All About Us
Our History
Fayette Community Foundation was founded in 2001 with the goal of becoming this area’s premier resource for philanthropists, non-profit organizations, and community leaders. FCF serves the needs of the remarkable people whose financial gifts make a lasting difference in this community.
Our Vision
Our vision of producing a positive and sustainable change for the communities we serve is guided by our commitment to the following values:
INSPIRING donors to establish their charitable goals for future generations
AWARDING grants and scholarships that sustain a vibrant community
CONNECTING those driven to build a stronger community
STEWARDING charitable resources focused on community need



Service Areas

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Stay up to date with the latest news and events happening in Fayette County by reading our blog. Our team of writers and contributors are passionate about making a difference in our community, and our blog is a great way to stay informed. Our goal is to keep you connected to the community and to empower you to make a difference.
The Directors of the Foundation are local men and women who are knowledgeable about the unique needs of Fayette County and the surrounding areas. They seek to identify problems and needs not otherwise being adequately addressed and make these known to potential donors. They serve the donors, the charitable organizations, and the community as a whole in their capacity as Director.

Cheryl Pekar
President, Schulenburg/Weimar

Cathy Horn
Immediate Past President, Flatonia

Reenie Collins
Vice President, Round Top

Leslie Penello
Secretary, Fayetteville

Linda Streicher
Treasurer, Muldoon

Karen Bookout
Fayetteville

Don Jones
La Grange

Janis Richardson
Hallettsville

Christine Scully
Round Top

Gale Lincke
Director of Emeritus, La Grange

Jeanne Schilling
Director of Emeritus, Fayetteville

Susannah Mikulin
Cheif Executive Officer

Ashleigh Parks
Senior Director of Program & Community Engagement

Jamie Lee Manning
Public Initiatives Program Director

Valerie Esparza
Community Engagement Coordinator