Past Grants

Handbags That Help has awarded $771,322 since its first year of grantmaking in 2008. Each is a seed the giving circle planted that continues to blossom into strong families in our community. See the most recent round of grants below.

2025 – $45,000 total grants awarded

• Cancer Patient Services - $14,000
  • Supplemental protein smoothies for local cancer patients.

• City Mission of Findlay - $17,000
  • Playground area and equipment for Martha's Home.
• Owens Community College Foundation - $5,000
  • Creative curriculum at Owens Learning Center.
• Welcome to A New Life - $9,000
  • Closet of clothing and essentials for WNL clients.

If you’re interested in a Handbags That Help grant, see the Grants section of our website.