Funds

The fund shall be used to expose children of Barry County to the Arts.  The Arts are defined to include:  visual, music, fiber, literature and performing arts.  Exposure includes doing as well as listening or watching.  No more than 1/2 to scholarships, nor more than 1/4 for 1.

Tad Thatcher graduated from Thornapple Kellogg High school in 1990.  Tad was an outstanding member of the TK Band, serving as student band director, had leading roles in school musicals, and in several rock bands.  He simply loved music.  Tad’s favorite classes at TK were biology, English and band.  Tad received the Science Award, the English Award, the Drama Award…

Nathan and Becky Tagg established this fund to teach their children the value of philanthropy, giving back, and putting others' needs first. Each year the Tagg family determines which charities to support. Providing the opportunity for their children learn about giving and share their blessings.

TangleTown’s big adventure needs you! TangleTown at Bob King Park is getting a big makeover to make it more fun, safer, and ready for all our adventures. We’re building a brand-new play area that kids will love and we need your help to make it happen. You can help through making a financial donation and/or purchasing a picket for the…

The TAPRC created this special project fund to raise funds to create Sheridan Park facility that will feature a playground, walking paths, baseball/softball fields, pickleball and basketball courts for the Middleville community.

This scholarship will be awarded to a Delton Kellogg Academy graduating senior who plans to pursue a career path requiring college or a vocational/technical course of study - if no applicant the available see fund note for instructions.  

The purpose of the scholarship is to support the activities of the E-Pillar which is a collaborative of community partners who support entrepreneurs by developing new, and promoting existing programs and resources that foster sustainable economic development in our community. Eligibility Criteria: Must be a Barry County resident. Graduating senior or graduate Must be accepted into an entrepreneurship program at…

This scholarship was developed in the memory of Terrie Yoder by her husband, Dave, and her daughters, Wendy and Gina.  Terrie was a 1965 Thornapple Kellogg High School Graduate.  Post high school, she earned her Elementary Education degree from Michigan State University.  This vocation led her to the first grade classroom and teaching Sunday school at Freeport United Methodist Church. …

The fund shall be used to promote protect and preserve His creatures of this earth, as determined from time to time by an advisor committee and approved by the Foundation.  May also be used for, but not limited to, education in the broadest sense of the term, relating to animal.

The fund shall be used to raise funds for the benefit of youth in the Maple Valley community, beginning with the designation of monies toward creation of and maintenance for a skate park in the Village of Nashville, and thereafter as the Advisory committee finds appropriate.

This scholarship was established by Thomas Hamilton’s parents, Richard L. and Ruth Ann Hamilton, in their son’s memory.  Thom attended Thornapple Kellogg Schools and graduated in 1983.  As a small child, Thom was destined to be quite patriotic, learning to sing the national anthem when he was only three years old.  At an early age Thom developed a personal trait…

The fund will be used for the support of the Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation for charitable, scientific, literary or educational purposes for and in the Thornapple Area.

The purpose of this fund is to support the welfare of the Thornapple Area community and particularly with organized recreational activities.

The fund shall be used to support special projects initiated and managed by the Thornapple Arts Council.  

This fund shall be used for the support of the Thornapple Garden Club Scholarship Fund and/or related educational purposes as approved from time to time by the Barry Community Foundation. Eligibility Criteria: Student must be a Barry County Resident or attend a school in Barry County. Student must be accepted to an accredited educational institution. Student must be planning to…

The Fund shall be used for support of the Thornapple Kellogg Alumni Association Fund and/or related educational purposes.

To provide a scholarship for a Thornapple Kellogg graduate in honor of the class of 1957.Eligibility Criteria: Must be a graduate of or a graduating high school senior from Thornapple Kellogg Schools. Students pursuing a certification at technical or vocational school will be considered. High school GPA should be between 2.0 and 3.5. Must be accepted at an accredited post-secondary…

The TK Class of 1966 gathers on a regular basis to share memories and celebrate the accomplishment of class alumni. It is their wish to help a Thornapple Kellogg Graduate accomplish his/her post high school goals with a scholarship. The TK Class of 1966 values academic achievement, community service and leadership experience. Applicants need to be pursuing a degree in…

The fund shall be used for support of the Thornapple Kellogg School and Community Library, specifically for public purposes (which meets the IRS charitable standards), including, but not limited to, public library collection development and programming.

It is the intention of the Thornapple Kellogg Tradesmen Scholarship Fund to award a scholarship to graduating high school seniors and graduates of Thornapple Kellogg Schools exhibiting leadership skills and pursuing a career as a professional firefighter or a degree or certificate at technical or vocational school. Eligibility Requirements: Must be a graduate of or a graduating high school senior…

The fund shall be used for the benefit of Thornapple Manor.

The fund shall be used to support the activities of the Thornapple Players in providing for cultural experiences for Barry County residents.

Support continued trail acquisition and development to provide a linear trail through Barry County.

Travis Wenger, son of Phil and Becky Wenger and older brother to Tyler, was born on July 21, 1982.  Travis was raised on the family farm in Middleville and attended Thornapple Kellogg Schools throughout his school career, graduating in June of 2001. He was pursuing a career in Landscape Design at the time of his accidental death. Travis was an…

Travis Wenger, son of Phil and Becky Wenger and older brother to Tyler, was born on July 21, 1982. Travis was raised on the family farm in Middleville and attended Thornapple Kellogg Schools throughout his school career, graduating in June of 2001.  He was a four-year member of the T.K.H.S. football program and an active 4-H member, showing steers and…