Piqua Emergency Response Fund

Piqua Emergency Response Fund

Funder: Piqua Community Foundation
Established: April 2020
Geographic Scope: Piqua, Ohio
Contact: Michelle Perry, Executive Director, michelle@piquacommunityfoundation.org, 937-615-9080

Overview

The Piqua Emergency Response Fund was established by The Foundation in April 2020 to support nonprofit organizations serving the unique needs of the Piqua community during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Foundation committed $50,000 to the emergency fund and accepted an additional $14,800 in contributions from local individuals and businesses.

Award Information

• Initial Foundation Commitment: $50,000
• Additional Community Contributions: $14,800
• Distribution Status: As of July 2020, funds remained available and applications continued to be accepted until expended
• Grants Issued: 16 grants totaling more than $51,000 distributed

Eligible Applicants

• Nonprofit organizations serving Piqua residents
• Must address emergency response needs

Eligible Uses

• Telehealth care for remote medical attention
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) for staff and volunteers
• Direct stipends to local residents for:
- Food assistance - Fuel - Utility payments - Rent assistance

Application Timeline

• Rolling applications
• Funds available until expended
• Guidelines and application available on foundation website

Status

This was a time-limited emergency fund created in response to COVID-19 pandemic; current status as of 2026 unknown but likely closed