About MCCF

Madison County Community Foundation . . . For Good, Forever

This incredible county we call home benefits from your contributions as they are directed to assist many of the humanitarian, educational and cultural organizations in the area. All this is made possible through the annual earnings of investments managed through the Foundation.

As our county grows, so does its needs. It is for this reason that we want to assist you in helping meet those needs. When generous people like you choose respectable and appropriate ways to give back to your community, the Community Foundation is always available to facilitate your wishes.

Photo collage of images from around Madison County, Indiana

Mission & Priorities

Our goal at Madison County Community Foundation is to invest in lasting positive change to elevate and strengthen Madison County. We envision Madison County as a community where every person has the opportunity to thrive. We are guided by the following core values:

  • Integrity

    We steward resources with transparency, honesty, and accountability.: in the areas of arts and culture, education, health and human services, economic development, and civic affairs

  • Community

    We believe in the strength and potential of Madison County and our leadership role in uniting people for the common good.

  • Impact

    We invest in lasting change through thoughtful grantmaking, community leadership, and strategic partnerships.

  • Inclusion

    We honor the diverse voices and experiences that shape our community and seek equitable opportunities for all.

  • Legacy

    We help donors create enduring legacies that reflect their values and benefit future generations.

Board of Directors

The Board of Directors oversees the governance of the Foundation with the day-to-day business managed by a professional staff with expertise and knowledge of our community’s needs. We go beyond simply making grants that advance charitable activities: we also identify current and emerging issues, stimulate resources to address those needs, and help our region prepare for the future.

  • Chair
    Koty McDole, Jimmy McDole — Attorney at Law

    At-large
    Brian Donahue — Donahue Gas

    Secretary and Vice-Chair
    Jill McKinney — Butler University

    Treasurer
    Gina Brisco - Gaither Management

    Board Members
    Terri Austin — Former State Representative
    Eric Davis — Indianapolis Public Schools
    Michele Hockwalt — Community Hospital Anderson
    Suahil Housholder — Butler University
    L.J. Mechem — LM Products
    Kim Townsend — Anderson Housing Authority
    Terry Truitt — Flagship Enterprise Center

  • 2026 Executive Committee

    Koty McDole, Jill McKinney, Brian Donahue, Gina Brisco



    2026 Finance and Investment Committee

    Tom Beeman, Gina Brisco, Brian Donahue, Michele Hockwalt, Steve Madinger, Terry Truitt

    2026 Governance (Nominating/Bylaws)

    Terri Austin, Eric Davis, Laine Ricker-Patterson, Kim Townsend, Terry Truitt



    2026 Grants Committee

    TBD



    2026 Lilly Endowment Scholarship Selection Committee

    Greg Bramwell, Christy Clark, Jayen Cox, Eric Freeman, Michele Hockwalt, Tressena Jones, Bethany Keller, Drake Sayre, Angie Strickler, Kari Sisk, Vice President of Programs- non voting

MCCF Staff

Ben Davis, President

bdavis@madisonccf.org

Kari Sisk, Vice President of Programs
ksisk@madisonccf.org

Tamara Dreger, Communications Manager
tdreger@madisonccf.org

Sue Patton, Director of Finance
spatton@madisonccf.org

Libby Manning, Development Advisor (not pictured)

manningl@madisonccf.org

Foundation History

In 1990, Lilly Endowment announced a major philanthropic program for Indiana- the G.I.F.T. Initiative (Giving Indiana Funds for Tomorrow). The initiative was launched to assist Hoosier communities in establishing and strengthening community foundations.

The Madison County Community Foundation was incorporated and designated a nonprofit public charity in 1992 as a direct result of the Lilly Endowment program. Upon its formation, the Lilly Endowment offered the Madison County Community Foundation a $500,000 challenge grant—whereby Lilly Endowment would match every $2 raised in endowed funds with $1.

Lilly's G.I.F.T. Initiative has brought philanthropy in Indiana to a new level; offering communities throughout the state the incentive to develop a mechanism by which local citizens can pool funds in perpetuity for the betterment of their own communities.

Beginning with this initial challenge gift, Madison County Community Foundation today is a stable, trustworthy and permanent partner in efforts to sustain and improve our community. With assets at $30 million and growing, the Foundation annually returns hundreds of thousands of dollars to Madison County in the form of grants and scholarships. Our mission remains constant: to enhance the quality of life of the citizens of Madison County by attracting charitable gifts, making philanthropic grants, providing responsible financial stewardship and community leadership.

Enhancing the Quality of Life

for the Citizens of Madison County