On May 18, Shelby Seniors were rewarded for their academic achievements during the annual recognition assembly. Because of the generosity of donors, $72,250 from 21 scholarship funds housed at The Shelby Foundation was awarded to worthy graduates. While each fund has its own criteria for candidate selection, most are based on academic merit, financial need, [...]
On Monday, June 5th, Shelby native Troy Baker, financial advisor at Edward Jones, will share his expertise with us on preparing for retirement. “Securing your future one penny at a time” will feature solid advice for planning for retirement for everyone from their twenties to those approaching their golden years. Mr. Baker also will discuss [...]
Spring is in full swing and so is the cleaning that goes with it. This is the perfect time of year to crack the windows, get rid of clutter in the garage, and deep clean the house, but caring for your home can take a great deal elbow grease, which is often nearly impossible for [...]
In 2016, The Shelby Foundation implemented and collaborated with Marvin Memorial Library to help local students embrace a love of reading. Since the program was so well received by the students, staff, and administration, efforts are being duplicated again this year. Third graders from Auburn Elementary, Dowds Elementary, Sacred Heart of Jesus, and Most Pure [...]
Cody Albert, a Shelby native and marketing manager for Ohio Health, was named the new board chairperson of The Shelby Foundation at the last board meeting on April 18. Mr. Albert has been with the foundation since 2013 and has acted as its vice-chair since 2015. Outgoing chairperson Attorney [...]
The Shelby Foundation established the Women’s Fund in 2009 to empower women, young and old, to achieve their full potential and thrive as members of our community by promoting intellectual, physical, emotional, social, economic, and cultural growth. Last year, over 200 women attended the Women’s Fund’s three-part lecture and open-forum discussion series, “Let’s Talk: Woman [...]
Shelby kids will have something to celebrate on February 20 besides Presidents Day. This year school age children, kindergarten through eighth grade, can enjoy a fun day at the Shelby YMCA sponsored by The Shelby Foundation. The Shelby Foundation instituted Family Fun Nights several years ago by partnering with Seltzer Pool when it saw a [...]
Thank you! The Shelby Foundation has made a substantial impact in our community, and, without the generosity of our donors, it could not have achieved so much! Thank you to the many people who kindly supported The Shelby Foundation in a multitude of ways this past year. Your support allows the foundation to continue [...]
The Shelby Foundation celebrates another year of solid working relationships, partnerships and collaborations that get us one step closer to our ideal community. DOWNLOAD PDF OF OUR 2016 NEWSLETTER
The Shelby Foundation is excited to announce the addition of two new members to our Board of Directors. Marissa Miller, D.D.S., and Joe Wechter have been elected to serve a three-year renewable term effective April 19, 2016. The Foundation’s board members are responsible for overseeing and approving the distribution of grants and scholarships, guiding the [...]