Building Bridges Across Borders: A New Fund Creates Opportunities for Global Connection
Join us in celebrating the launch of the John and Martha Kaczynski Bay City–Ansbach Sister City Fund, honoring the 65th anniversary of the sister-city relationship between Bay City, Michigan, and Ansbach, Germany.
Building a Permanent Resource for the LGBTQ+ Community
Join us in celebrating the launch of the Great Lakes Bay LGBTQ+ Community Fund and a special Pride Month matching opportunity.
Celebrating the 2026 Bay Commitment Scholars!
The Bay Area Community Foundation was proud to celebrate 73 outstanding students this week as they each received a $2,000 Bay Commitment Scholarship.
Gretchen’s Giving Journey, Supporting Community Through the Friends of the Foundation Fund
For Gretchen, community is not an abstract concept. It’s a lived experience. GivingTuesday resonates deeply with Gretchen because it embodies the values she holds close.
Celebrating the Jr. and Kaye Hausbeck Fund 2025 Award Recipients
On August 11, two outstanding students were honored and recognized, one each from the Bay County and Saginaw County Boys & Girls Clubs, to receive this year’s awards. Both recipients exemplify leadership, kindness, and a strong commitment to their futures.
Celebrating the 2025 Bay Commitment Scholars!
The Bay Area Community Foundation was honored to celebrate 69 incredible students from Bay and Arenac counties as they each received a $2,000 Bay Commitment Scholarship to begin their college journeys at Delta College or Saginaw Valley State University.
Celebrating the 2024 Bay Commitment Scholars!
We are thrilled to celebrate the achievements of the Bay Commitment Scholarship recipients of 2024! The Bay Area Community Foundation (BACF) is proud to recognize 100 graduating seniors from Bay County high schools who have been awarded a $2,000 scholarship to attend either Delta College or Saginaw Valley State University (SVSU). This scholarship program supports […]
Celebrating Robert Sarow’s Legacy
In Memoriam: Robert (Bob) Sarow Honoring Robert (Bob) Sarow, we remember a man who dedicated his life to our community’s betterment. Bob’s journey with the Bay Area Community Foundation (BACF) began in 1982, serving on the BACF Board from 1983 to 1985, providing invaluable insights for our growth. In 1998, Bob’s contributions earned him the […]
Preserving our Resources and Community Assets
The Riverwalk/Railtrail has been a shining example of what can be achieved when many people work together for the good of the community since the 1980s. Early donors bought “shares” for $25 each to help get the project off the ground and the leaders who brought us this project placed a portion of every dollar […]
A New Way to Give
Being a part of the Women’s Philanthropy Circle or the Men’s Philanthropy Group is an incredible way to get involved in giving back for someone who is “community-minded and wants to go about giving in a slightly different way,” says Lee Miller, financial advisor. Barb Engelhardt, an insurance agent/owner, adds that the Women’s Circle is […]
I am proud to serve my community through my role at BACF. As a Program Officer, I collaborate with nonprofit, government, church, and school partners in Bay and Arenac counties to navigate our grant opportunities and find the right funding alignment. From project conception to post-award, I am your main contact for all things grants. Connecting organizations and donors who share the same vision and passion is at the heart of my work.
