FRANKLIN, Ind. - After 15 years of service, the Johnson County Community Foundation (JCCF) is saying goodbye to Stephanie Fox, Director of Grants and Scholarships.
Fox first joined the Foundation as an intern in August 2011 and became a full-time Program Officer in June 2012. In 2023, she was promoted to Director of Grants and Scholarships, where she continued to make an impact on the community. Stephanie has overseen the stewardship of millions of dollars in grants and scholarships throughout her 15 years.
A lifelong resident of Johnson County and a graduate of Franklin College, she has been deeply involved in community service. Fox has contributed her time and leadership to organizations and initiatives, including Pay It Forward Johnson County, Leadership Johnson County, the Franklin Chamber of Commerce YP Network Task Force, the Johnson County Youth Leadership Academy Task Force, and others.
The JCCF Board and staff said, "Stephanie, thank you for your years of dedication to the Foundation and to Johnson County. We will miss you. We wish you all the best in your next chapter."
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