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Congratulations 2020 Hamilton Community Foundation Scholarship Recipients!
This year $1.3 million in scholarships were awarded to graduating seniors. Thank you to the generous donors who support education in our community!
Butler County COVID-19 Response Fund Making an Impact in the Community
A collaborative, community response to deploy resources to local nonprofit organizations
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Building a better community through creative philanthropy, vision and leadership.
Latest News
View All StoriesFront line organizations receive support from Covid-19 Fund
The Butler County COVID-19 Response Fund has granted nearly $450,000 to 28 organizations with a focus on directly assisting those in need including families, seniors and the homeless. The Hamilton Community Foundation
More than $1 million in Scholarships awarded to high school graduates
This year nearly 200 high school seniors were selected as recipients of more than $1 million in scholarship awards. While students and donors are typically recognized at the annual scholarship program and reception in
Donor Stories
View All StoriesBob and Pam Long Donor Advised Fund
Bob and Pam Long learned about giving to others at a young age, and that lesson is practiced daily in both their professions and their lives. Because of this shared compassion for their community, last summer summer they established the Bob and Pam Long Donor Advised Fund. Read more about the Longs...
Friends of the Chrisholm Fund: Preserving History
The Friends of Chrisholm Historic Farmstead established an organizational endowment fund at the Foundation in 2014. The fund was started in conjunction with the 20th Anniversary of the founding of the Friends of Chrisholm Historic Farmstead nonprofit organization and the 200th Anniversary of the arrival of the Amish to Butler County. Learn more about Friends of Chrisholm...
The Lane-Hooven House: A Timeless Treasure
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, public tours are not available at this time.
The Lane-Hooven House was built in 1863 for Clark Lane, a Hamilton Industrialist and often thought of Hamilton’s first philanthropist, by James Elrick, Hamilton builder. The house,which because of its octagonal shape is widely regarded as Hamilton’s most unique residential structure, was sometimes called “Lane’s Folly.” Construction began in 1863 and took 11 months from commencement to completion. The doors were always open for every charity and aid society. The largest entertainment numbered more than 300.
Ownership of the Lane-Hooven House transferred to the Hamilton Community Foundation in 1951. The home's beauty reminds us of the rich history of our community. It inspires us to continue creating a stronger community one citizen at a time!
When appropriate, self-guided tours available Monday - Friday - 9 am - 4 pm