From BOWLING GREEN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
The Bowling Green Community Foundation is proud to announce the 2026 awarding of more than $54,000 in grants to local organizations and initiatives that enhance the quality of life, expand educational opportunities, and support community well-being throughout Bowling Green and Wood County.
The latest round of funding reflects the foundation’s continued commitment to strengthening the community through strategic investments in programs that serve residents of all ages.
“These grants reflect the full spectrum of what makes Bowling Green a community worth investing in. From youth development and the arts to public health and accessibility, the foundation is proud to stand behind organizations doing this work every day, and we’re grateful to the donors whose generosity makes it possible,” said Joe Edens, board president.
The 2026 grant recipients include:
- BG Christian Food Pantry
- $700 to support a chili and soup supper fundraiser benefiting the pantry and Angels in Arms
- BG Dog Park
- $7,500 to install a durable gravel walking path around the perimeter of the large dog area off Ridge Street
- BG High School Art Department
- $1,216.27 to purchase display panels and pedestals, expanding opportunities to showcase student artwork
- BG High School Drama Club
- $2,500 to pilot a sensory-friendly, immersive theater experience for very young audiences
- Children’s Resource Center
- $3,009 to create a dedicated sensory room with inclusive resources for individuals with sensory needs
- Crim Inclusive Playground Project
- $1,500 to purchase accessible playground equipment for children with physical disabilities
- Downtown Foundation
- $7,500 to transition to a digital gift card system that supports local businesses and improves accessibility for consumers
- Prevent Blindness
- $3,000 to expand access to vision care services, including exams, follow-up care, and eyewear for underserved populations
- Wood County Agricultural Society
- $1,675 to develop a Farm-to-Market educational activity at the Wood County Fair
- Wood County Committee on Aging
- $3,375.73 to install an AED in the production kitchen to enhance safety measures
- Horizon Youth Theatre
- $7,230.73 to purchase a portable theatrical sound system for expanded student learning opportunities
- Bowling Green State University
- $1,454.30 to support In the Round, featuring Native American author Robin Wall Kimmerer
Founded in 1994, the Bowling Green Community Foundation has grown from a community vision to a philanthropic partner. Through the stewardship of charitable funds, community grantmaking, and lasting partnerships with individuals, families, and businesses, the foundation connects generosity with community need by supporting the programs, organizations, and causes that shape quality of life across Bowling Green and Wood County.
Organizations and individuals interested in supporting the foundation’s grantmaking mission or applying for future funding are encouraged to contact Christine Cook at 419-464-2452 or bgcf@bgohcf.org. For more information about the Bowling Green Community Foundation and its grant programs, contact Christine Cook at the phone or email listed above.
