Create your own giving plan
Discovering the how, why and to whom you want to give is the first step. Check out this guide book to help develop your personal giving plan.
Show your spirit and celebrate with us! We’re now accepting entries for the 2025 Hamilton Fourth of July parade! Businesses, schools, nonprofits, performers, and more — this is your moment to shine.
Hometown Heroes Banners Return to Hamilton
They served with honor — now we honor them. The Hometown Heroes banners are back in Hamilton, celebrating our local veterans and service members with a moving visual tribute displayed across the city from Memorial Day to Veterans Day.
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Lee Sanders: The Voice Behind The Scholarship Reception
When Lee Sanders stands at the podium each spring, reading the names of Butler County’s scholarship recipients, she does so with deep care, years of experience—and the voice of a mentor in her heart. Lee’s
Welcome Jill Roy
Welcome Our New HIGHER Fund Impact Officer, Jill Roy! The Foundation is excited to welcome Jill Roy to our team as the new HIGHER Fund Impact Officer! Jill brings both a personal passion and a deep community connection
Donor Stories
View All StoriesKen and Karen McFarland Memorial Scholarship
Ken and Karen McFarland left a legacy of giving in their family, so much so that even their sons in law knew that the best way to honor them was through helping others. To the surprise and delight of the three McFarland daughters, Lynne, Colleen and Kathleen, the Ken and Karen McFarland Memorial Scholarship was established in 2019 by husbands Mike, Andy and Brian respectively. Read more about the McFarland legacy...
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
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!
By appointment, self-guided tours available Monday - Friday - 9 am - 4 pm. Contact the Foundation at 513-863-1717 to schedule an appointment.