2025 Grant Recipients
Payne EMS - Lucas Device
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Our current LUCAS automatic CPR device is no longer serviceable by the manufacturer, and replacement
parts are now extremely limited nationwide. Because these components are no longer being produced, any malfunction could leave the device out of service for an extended period (or permanently) if a needed part
cannot be obtained.
Investing in the latest model, the LUCAS 3, would significantly strengthen Payne EMS and Fire Department's ability to provide life-saving care. This upgraded device delivers consistent, high-quality chest compressions, reducing the manpower required on scene, lowering the risk of fatigue-related injuries to responders, and greatly increasing the chances of successful resuscitation for patients in cardiac arrest.
Paulding Elementary School - Incentives Program​
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End of the 1st 9 weeks incentive field trip for students Kindergarten through 5th grade that have no received
any Orange or Red Fix-It Tickets through our PBIS behavioral management system.
United Way of Paulding County - Dolly Parton Imagination Library​​
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Dolly Parton Imagination Library provides a book a month for free for children newborn to age 5. Children have books delivered to their home in their name get them excited for reading. The books begin with basic words and enhance over time to support literacy and expand their vocabulary. Currently there are over 580 children enrolled in the program in Paulding County.
Paulding County Opportunity Center - Behavior Awards​
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At PCOC, our mission is to meet students where they are—both academically and personally—and one way we do that is through our monthly food pantry in partnership with West Ohio Food Bank. On the second Thursday of each month, we provide food to students and families to support stability, dignity, and well-being. We are seeking community partners to help sustain this important effort, ensuring consistent access to nutritious food for those who rely on it. Your support makes a direct local impact in Paulding County, and we would be proud to recognize your business for helping strengthen our students and our community.
Hope's Harbor
Hope’s Harbor provides critical hospitality support for families of children receiving medical care at Northeast Indiana hospitals by offering overnight accommodations, meals, laundry, and a comforting place to rest. Our mission is to create a welcoming environment of hope and emotional support, ensuring that no family is turned away due to race, religion, gender, or financial circumstances. With two conveniently located houses on the campuses of Dupont and Lutheran Hospitals, Hope’s Harbor offers 14 private rooms, fully stocked kitchens, family gathering spaces, a playroom, and laundry facilities, giving families the comfort of home when they need it most..
Science Central - Field Trip
Science4U education programs serving students in Paulding County, bringing hands-on STEM learning to classrooms, virtual settings, and field trips. Through engaging labs and demonstrations aligned with school curricula across all grade levels, students are building confidence, curiosity, and academic readiness in science, technology, engineering, and math. This investment helps expand access to high-quality STEM experiences in a community where local funding for regional programs has been limited, creating lasting educational impact for Paulding County students.
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Defiance Area Youth for Christ - Overnight Camp
BreakAway is a one overnight Camp for 6-8th grade students at Camp Lutherhaven. This is a strategic event we host for young people in our Ministry Year to talk about who Jesus is. This event also aids in our
relationship building with young people. This event also sets the foundation of how we journey with young people throughout the year. It also gives a short amount of time to "break away" from whatever they have going on at home or in their lives. Gives young people a safe and positive place for them to be. Grant dollars will be used to help cover the cost of Paulding students attending the event.
Do you have a project that you think would be
eligible for a PCAF grant?
We have a new simplified process for grant project submissions. If you have a project that you feel may be eligible for a Paulding County Area Foundation Grant, please complete the Project Submission Form. We will review the project, and then contact you with a Grant Application if your project is eligible.
Grant applications deadlines:
November 14th for consideration in December.
March 31st for consideration in June.