The History of the OAF
More than 20 years ago, passionate idea makers living in the Oconomowoc area sparked a movement. They imagined what could happen if neighbors dedicated to giving back in meaningful ways could join resources together to make positive changes within their community and beyond.
The idea of the Oconomowoc Area Foundation (OAF) was set in motion. The vision of our founding donors was to establish a community foundation that would partner with generous givers invested in perpetuating this spirit of giving into lasting legacies.
Since its inception in 2002, we have awarded 4.7 million dollars to more than 125 area nonprofit organizations.
We are grateful for our Founding Members who pledged their support in the initial campaign.
Richard and Karen Bertrand
Bruce and Joan K. Brown
Jerry and Jeanie Burchardt
Maribeth Bush
Robert Butendorf
John and Judy Cooley
Dirk and Terry Debbink
John P. and Joan Debbink
Malcolm and Susan Dorn
First Bank Financial Centre
Richard and Mary Henszey
Phil and Judy Holland
Jim and Gloria Holsen
ISB Community Bank
Audrey Keck
Kiwanis Club of Oonomowoc
Louis and Jacquelin Morgan
Tom and Lynn Mount
MSI General Corporation
Peter and Nancy Roehl
Craig and Mary Schiefelbein
Ron and Donna Schlender
Col. James and Marlene Schumacher
Rich and Kristie Shovick
John and Joan Snyder Family
Maureen Stapleton
The Hilbert N. Scherffius Fund
Chris and Kathy Thorsen
Ford and Bobbe Titus
Ray and Collette Warell
Gertrude A. Wilkinson