Foundation Goals
The Buckeye Lake Region Community Foundation seeks to achieve its mission by funding approaches that contribute to the transformation of the Buckeye Lake Region.
Below is an overview of projects the Foundation is currently focused on along with funding goals and project status.
WALNUT TWP ADVISORY TASK FORCE
A core value of the Foundation is to support BLRC in its mission to help guide growth to be sustainable and have a positive impact. At the request of the property owners and Walnut
Township, the Buckeye Lake Region Corporation assembled a task force of renowned designers, architects, engineers and environmental experts to provide guidance and gather community input on creative concepts consistent with community values. The project includes funding for design and market study work that will be made available to the public.
Project Goal: Provide funding to support this strategic BLRC initiative.
Status: Completed; $10K in monetary support provided to the BLRC. Advisory services provided by the BLRC to Walnut Township and the land-owners. Ongoing support to be provided through 2022.
NORTH SHORE COMMUNITY PARK TRANSFORMATION
The Foundation was instrumental in securing funds within the State of Ohio Capital Budget for the transformation of the North Shore Community Park located in the Village of Buckeye Lake. This transformation will include construction of a community pier, which is currently in the design and general engineering phase.
Project Goal: Secure funding for Phase 1: Design and Concept
Status: $392K secured, Phase 1 in process
THORN TOWNSHIP ADVISORY TASK FORCE – TASKFORCE
At the request of Thorn Township, the Buckeye Lake Region Corporation assembled a task force of renowned designers, architects, engineers and environmental experts to provide Thorn Township with information on how to successfully develop the western side of Honey Creek. The Foundation provided monetary support to coordinate the task force and execute multiple Town Hall meetings.
Project Goal: Provide funding to support this strategic BLRC initiative.
Status: Completed; $10K in monetary support provided to the BLRC. Advisory services provided by the BLRC to Thorn Township. Ongoing support provided through 2021.
BUCKEYE LAKE REGION CORPORATION
Additional funding to maintain operation of the Buckeye Lake Region Corporation, which is the backbone of the Buckeye Lake Region Community Foundation’s efforts.
2021 Status: Ongoing; 2021 funding secured and provided.
