The Licking County Foundation seeks to enhance the well-being of Licking County's people through fostering charitable giving, managing and investing funds wisely, supporting community resources, and providing philanthropic leadership. It aims to build charitable assets, distribute grants based on community needs and donor intent, and support local educational, social, cultural, health, and civic initiatives.
The Cecil L. Mauger Charitable Trust Grant, facilitated by the Licking County Foundation, aims to support charitable organizations within Licking County through a competitive grant-making process. Established by Cecil L. Mauger, a Newark businessman, the grant invites proposals from tax-exempt, nonprofit organizations within the county. Despite being a small foundation with limited resources, it strives to allocate funds effectively, acknowledging that not all worthy causes can be supported.