The Wells County Foundation, Inc. aims to enhance the quality of life within Wells County by supporting a wide range of areas including arts and culture, civic affairs, community development, education, youth, environment, animal welfare, recreation, health, and human services. It operates through the management and distribution of endowed and non-permanent funds to support charitable causes and organizations, guided by donor wishes.
LiGHT (Ladies Initiating Giving – An Honored Tradition) is a women‑led philanthropic initiative that unites local contributors to enhance the quality of life for women and children in Wells County. The program funds charitable projects that offer encouragement, education, or enlightenment for women and/or children—supporting individual applicants, community groups, and organizations through grants ranging from $100 to $3,000.