[EXCERPT] Fountain and Vermillion County are home to many wonderful people who have made a deep impact in the community. Are you looking for a way to memorialize a loved one or friend who is no longer with us?  Or perhaps you would like to honor a family member, friend, co-worker, or service provider who has a positive influence in your daily life?  MEMORIAL & HONOR GIFTS are great (... more)

[EXCERPT] The Western Indiana Community Foundation (Fountain County) has received a grant of $750,000 from Lilly Endowment Inc. through the Community Support Grant component of the ninth phase of its Giving Indiana Funds for Tomorrow (GIFT IX) initiative. This is one of 92 Community Support Grants being awarded through GIFT IX, a statewide Lilly Endowment initiative designed to support the efforts (... more)

[EXCERPT] The Lynnette McMahan Sophomore Scholarship Fund has been established through the Southeast Fountain Community Foundation, an affiliate of the Western Indiana Community Foundation, to honor the life and legacy of Lynnette McMahan. Mrs. McMahan served as a devoted sophomore English teacher at Fountain Central High School from 1969 to 2006, leaving a profound impact on generations of students. In addition (... more)

[EXCERPT] (Veedersburg, IN) – The Western Indiana Community Foundation is pleased to announce the recipient of the 2026 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship in Fountain County - Heidy Muniz-Montero of Fountain Central High School. Lilly Endowment Community Scholars are known for their community involvement, academic achievement, character, and leadership.  Heidy is the 45th Fountain County recipient of the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship. (... more)

[EXCERPT] Our community thrives because people like you believe in creating a strong and vibrant future for all who call Fountain County home. Unrestricted Funds (aka Community Funds) — the most flexible type of philanthropy — allow our community foundation to respond to today’s needs while preparing for tomorrow’s opportunities. We’re excited to share that Lilly Endowment Inc. will once again (... more)

[EXCERPT] The Western Indiana Community Foundation is pleased to announce that Taylor Powell has been named its new Chief Executive Officer. Powell and his family have become deeply rooted in the Covington community, where they have lived since 2018. He and his wife, Katherine, are raising their three children locally, and actively participate in area activities, schools, and youth programs. Powell (... more)

[EXCERPT] The citizens of Fountain County desire to participate in Fountain County’s 2026 bicentennial celebration, which aims to honor our county’s 200 years of history, and to do so in a way that engages all Fountain County residents and leaves a lasting legacy for future generations. One of the many events to celebrate this milestone is a full day of activities (... more)

[EXCERPT] The Southeast Fountain Community Foundation awarded a $2,500 grant to Fountain Central High School (FCHS) that supported the school’s annual Academic Awards Program. This year, the program took place on October 28, 2025. The Academic Awards Program recognizes and celebrates the hard work and achievements of students who excel academically. Cheryl Yager, Guidance Secretary at FCHS, shared the school's mission (... more)