ABCF NEWS

On August 16, 2025, Anchor Bay Community Foundation attended the 1st Annual Justin Mello Memorial Ride.

White t-shirt with red text.
People gathered at outdoor event with tents and tables.
Man speaking at an outdoor event with a DJ setup, under a canopy. People watch nearby.
Three people in yellow t-shirts stand outside on a sunny day. A motorcycle is in the background.

Our newest event, “May the 4th Be With You” occurred in 2025. Stormtroopers roamed the streets of New Baltimore and visited the local hosting establishments. The cast of characters came to the New Baltimore Civic Club to get out of the weather, enjoy pizza and beverages, and participate in a raffle. Princess Leia, Obi-Wan Kenobi, C-3PO, and Yoda hosted a great gift basket raffle. All the proceeds went to our unrestricted funds to provide grants for those in the greater Anchor Bay community. Watch for a fun 2026 event and join us. The Force is always with you.

Three people in Star Wars costumes: R2-D2, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Princess Leia pose indoors.

In 2025, the first recipient, Ian, of the Carlos Alvarez/IMPETUS FOUNDATION Scholarship traveled to Paris. The Foundation is working on expanding the program.

Seven young people standing on a stone structure, overlooking a green landscape under a blue sky.

In May of 2025, ABCF awarded over $75,000 for scholarships for graduating high school seniors and current college students in areas of study including engineering, medicine, economics, education, music, band, general studies, culinary arts, insurance, dance, creative studies, technology, fine arts, and trade school.

ABCF welcomes new board members: John MacKenzie, attorney and resident of Chesterfield; Diane Caldwell, retired educator and former AB School Board member, resident of Chesterfield; Karen Lietke, President of Campbell-Shaw Steel and resident of New Baltimore; and Lisa Donnellon Hall, Project Manager of Global Telcom Solutions and resident of New Baltimore.