Celebrating Results from PCCF’s 40th Anniversary Campaign
As the Putnam County Community Foundation (PCCF) marks 40 years of growing generosity, we are proud to share the results of our special edition of Share the Dream: Match Madness 2025–2026.
This milestone campaign was designed to strengthen local nonprofit endowments — and thanks to the incredible support of donors and fund advisors, it delivered in a big way.
By the Numbers
- Nearly $60,000 raised across 14 participating endowments
- Over $10,000 awarded through bonus challenges
- $80,000 total distributed in matching funds and challenge prizes
- More than 100 gifts from over 70 donors
- Gifts ranged from $25 to $15,000, showing that every contribution made a difference
Together, these results represent a powerful investment in the long-term sustainability of organizations serving our community.
Celebrating Champions
Congratulations to our top finishers:
- First Place: First Baptist Capital Improvement Endowment
Added over $60,000 to their endowment through gifts and matching funds - Second Place: Putnam County YMCA Endowment
Added over $36,000 to their endowment - Third Place: Heritage Preservation Society Endowment
Added nearly $13,000 to their endowment
These organizations demonstrated outstanding engagement and community support throughout the campaign.
Why This Work Matters
At its core, Share the Dream: Match Madness is about more than numbers — it’s about building permanent resources that will support local nonprofits for generations to come.
Endowment funds provide stability, flexibility, and long-term impact. The gifts made during this campaign will continue to generate support year after year, helping organizations plan ahead, respond to community needs, and sustain their missions well into the future.
A Heartfelt Thank You
We are deeply grateful to the donors, fund advisors, and participating organizations who made this campaign possible.
Your generosity, enthusiasm, and commitment to long-term impact are what made Match Madness such a success. Whether you gave once, gave multiple times, or helped spread the word — you played a role in building a stronger future for Putnam County.
Looking Ahead
This special edition of Share the Dream served as PCCF’s endowment-building program for both 2025 and 2026, making it a truly unique opportunity to celebrate our 40th anniversary while investing in the future.
Because of you, we are entering our next chapter with stronger endowments, deeper community engagement, and renewed momentum for the work ahead.
Thank you for being part of this milestone moment — and for helping ensure that generosity continues to grow for the next 40 years and beyond.