The Shelby Foundation has announced the addition of three new members to its Board of Trustees: Christopher Vogt, Carli Bailey, and Heather Gies. Their appointments were officially confirmed on June 18, bringing the total number of board members to 14. “When we look at talent around the table, we select board members who are representative [...]
The Shelby Foundation has reached a major milestone in its downtown revitalization project. On June 12, the City of Shelby’s Historic Preservation Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for the Foundation’s exterior design plans, and on June 18, the Foundation’s Board of Directors gave its final approval of the renderings — a key step [...]
What started as a grassroots effort to help women and children in need has officially doubled in size. The 100+ Women for Shelby initiative now boasts 200 members, a major milestone for the community-led giving group housed under The Shelby Foundation. The public is invited to celebrate the occasion at a free social event on [...]
The Shelby Foundation is proud to announce it has awarded $98,500 in scholarships to graduating seniors through 27 donor-established funds during the 2025 scholarship cycle. This financial support helps students take their next steps in higher education with confidence and community behind them. In total, more than $300,000 in scholarship support was provided this year [...]
The Shelby Foundation’s Women’s Fund hosted its first lecture of the year with disability advocate, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker Heidi McKenzie as the presenter on April 28, 2025. McKenzie became a T4 paraplegic after a traumatic car accident at the age of 21. Since then, she has dedicated her life to breaking down social barriers [...]
The Shelby Foundation is proud to announce Jason McCoy as the new Chair of its Board of Trustees. A lifelong Shelby resident and long-time supporter of the Foundation, McCoy steps into the leadership role with deep ties to the community, years of board experience, and a passion for building a stronger future for all who [...]
On May 16th, Shelby Seniors received thousands of dollars in scholarships and a significant amount came from The Shelby Foundation. Through the generosity of donors and through 32 different scholarship funds housed at the Foundation, $115,000 in scholarships were awarded to district graduates. Carrie Kemerer, director, stated, “No other school district in the area provides [...]
A new fund has been established in memory of Elizabeth Crall Mawhinney, and it will be known as the “Betty Crall Performing Arts & Culture Fund of The Shelby Foundation.” Mrs. Audrey Dotson has very fond memories of her cousin, Betty. The two cousins were more like sisters and spent much of their young lives [...]
The Shelby Foundation is taking bold steps to make Shelby shine even brighter. After listening to donors, business owners, and other citizens, the Board of Directors developed a strategic plan that concentrates on building an attractive, strong, and secure community. Areas of strategic focus include growth and sustainability, city revitalization, quality of life, and [...]
The family of Fred Cooke has established a donor-advised fund at The Shelby Foundation in his honor. Inspired by his belief to show up for others, his wife, Lynn, and their children: Kelly, Allison, and Charlie, have made the decision to keep alive Fred’s penchant for giving his time and treasure by establishing the [...]