Dillsboro Summer Recreation Lands DCF Grant to Help Pay for Defibrillator

DCF Board Member Casey Finnegan made the grant recommendation.

DCF Board member Casey Finnegan, left, presents a $1,000 proactive grant to David Pruss of Dillsboro Summer Recreation. Photo provided.

(Lawrenceburg, Ind.) - The Dearborn Community Foundation (DCF), Inc. recently awarded a $1,000 proactive grant to the Dillsboro Summer Recreation Inc. to help purchase an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) for use during the youth organization’s sporting events in Dillsboro.

In its 25th year of helping donors make a difference, DCF is awarding 15 proactive grants of $1,000 each throughout 2023 to charitable organizations that serve Dearborn County residents. Each of the Foundation’s 15 volunteer Board members is recommending a grant. The money comes from the Foundation’s Unrestricted Endowment Funds, established by donors to provide flexibility to address changing needs in the community over the years.

DCF Board Member Casey Finnegan made the grant recommendation.

"Hundreds of people gather on a given day at Dillsboro Park during youth baseball, softball or soccer events," said Finnegan, who grew up in Dillsboro and participated in the recreational program. His kids also have participated in youth sports at the park.

The organization needs an AED that might save the life of a visiting adult or youth participant during an event.

“I learned there was a need for an AED, and the organization could use more funds to purchase one. You just never know when it might save someone’s life to always have one of these at the park. It just makes sense to have one where groups of people gather,” said Finnegan.

To make a contribution, visit the organization's website, or mail your donation to Dillsboro Summer Recreation Inc. P.O. Box 188, Dillsboro, IN 47018-0188.