Riverside Arts Center Endowment Fund

Established by Bill Kinley, a founder of the Riverside Arts Center, this endowment ensures the lasting impact of his commitment to the arts in the greater Ypsilanti area. Riverside Arts Center was created to provide a dynamic space where the entire Ypsilanti community, along with the surrounding areas, can come together, engage with the arts, and access transformative cultural experiences. This fund will support the Center’s mission to foster creativity, inclusivity, and community connection for generations to come.

Andy and Linda Eggan Fund

Established in 2021, this Community Impact Fund supports the Ypsilanti Area Community Fund's grant programs, giving YACF the flexibility to respond to emerging community needs, now and forever.

J. Don, Christine S., and Joseph D. Lawrence Memorial Museum Building Fund

The primary purpose of the Fund, as directed by the trust of Joseph D. Lawrence, is for maintenance of the building overseen by the Ypsilanti Historical Society.

James W. and Marla J. Gousseff Fund

Established in 2020, this unrestricted fund supports the Ypsilanti Area Community Fund's (YACF) grant programs, giving YACF the flexibility to respond to emerging community needs, now and forever.

James W. and Marla J. Gousseff Fund for Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels

This endowed fund supports the mission of Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels.

James W. and Marla J. Gousseff Fund for the Ypsilanti District Library

This endowed fund supports the mission of the Ypsilanti District Library.

Arthur G. Erickson and Louis P. Porretta Educator Impact Fund

"Eric" Erickson and Lou Porretta were both great educators and this fund honors their life commitment to making an impact on young students' lives in Ypsilanti and beyond. With this fund, their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren seek to perpetuate their mutual contribution to Ypsilanti and to honor the passion for teaching that Lou and Eric passed on to them.

Arts-in-Ypsi Fund

The Arts-in-Yspi Fund was created by art educator Dr. Cam McComb. She believes the creation, celebration, and education for all through the arts is critical to enriching the quality of life in Ypsilanti. Cam hopes others will join her in supporting this fund to sustain the arts in the Ypsilanti community for generations to come.

Vicki L. Reaume & Family Fund

Since she stepped foot on the Eastern Michigan University campus as an undergraduate, Vicki Reaume has sought to embrace all that was EMU-including the surrounding community of Ypsilanti. The former co-chair of the Ypsilanti Area Community Fund (YACF) is establishing this permanent fund as a testament of her lasting commitment to greater Ypsilanti.

Gillenwater Legacy Fund

The Gillenwater Legacy Fund supports scholarships for students from Ypsilanti Community Schools. Mary Williams Gillenwater had a strong work ethic and helped to provide for her family. In her estate, she also generously provided for others to achieve what she did not have the opportunity to pursue-a college education.

Ypsilanti Historical Society Endowment Fund

The primary purpose of the Fund is to provide support to the Ypsilanti Historical Society to carry out its role and mission.

John and Betty Barfield Community Investment Fund for Parkridge

The primary purpose of this fund is to support the Parkridge Community Center in Ypsilanti, Michigan.

Captain C. Robert Arvin Scholarship Fund

Established July 1, 2015 by the Captain C. Robert Arvin Foundation to award scholarships to students from Ypsilanti Community High School, the secondary school of Captain C. Robert Arvin. The primary use of the award will be in support of tuition and/or books.

Bill French Memorial Fund

This fund was established in 2015 as a memorial to Bill French. The primary purpose of the Fund is to support charitable organizations in Washtenaw County. Preference will be given to human service organizations that uplift and enrich individuals' lives, in keeping with the impact Bill French had on the Ypsilanti area through his support for nonprofits such as the Depot Town Association, Salvation Army and Big Brothers Big Sisters.

Lynette M. Findley Fund

This YACF unrestricted fund was established by YACF Advisory Committee member Lynette M. Findley, Ph.D., to support the general grantmaking program of the Ypsilanti Area Community Fund

Apple Tree Fund

The Apple Tree Fund was established by anonymous donors to support services and programs for young people in Washtenaw County. In 2021, AAACF designated the fund to provide support to the Corner Health Center in Ypsilanti.

Marlene & John M. Barr Fund in Honor of Max & Viola Bielenberg

This donor advised fund was established by the Barrs in 2013. The primary purpose of the fund shall be to provide support for charitable organizations and programs in the Ypsilanti area.

Washtenaw County Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund

This Fund was established in 2012 by the Washtenaw County Chapter 310 of the Vietnam Veterans of America to provide support to the Charter Township of Ypsilanti for the care, mainenance, and repair of the Washtenaw County Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Ypsilanti.

Ypsilanti Area Beyer Memorial Health Fund

Established in 2012, when the Board of the Ypsilanti Area Beyer Memorial Health Foundation voted to transfer its assets to YACF, this Fund awards grants to improve the health status of Ypsilanti residents in five key areas: healthy kids, healthy adults, healthy environment, safe communities, and community initiatives.

Huron Valley Catholic School Endowment Fund

Earl and Jo Taylor established this fund in 2007 to benefit Huron Valley Catholic School. Huron Valley Catholic School is an independent school in Ypsilanti that provides students with solid academic and extra-curricular programs as well as an extended care program for kindergarteners and after-school care for pupils with working parents.