Paradise Area Community Foundation

Paradise has something to offer everyone who enjoys the outdoors- anglers, bird watchers, blueberry lovers, beach walkers ,boaters , bikers, campers, canoeists, hikers, four-wheelers , kayakers, maritime enthusiasts, photographers, rock hounds, and snowmobilers. Many use Paradise for a base camp while they explore all the Central Upper Peninsula has to offer. The Paradise Area Community Foundation strives to ensure the future of Paradise for its inhabitants as well as share its beauty with visitors. For good. For ever.

Paradise Funds and Scholarships

  • BenjaminTimmer Memorial Fund

  • Community Development Fund

  • Community Service Fund

  • Erickson Cultural Center Unendowed Fund

  • Fred and Ione Wackley Designated Endowment Fund

  • Helen Newberry Joy Hospital Agency Endowment Fund

  • Helen Newberry Joy Hospital Unendowed Agency Fund

  • Hulbert Wildflower Day Unendowed Scholarship Fund

  • Kristine Marsden Cultural Events Fund

  • Paradise Emergency Services Endowment Fund

  • Paradise General Operating Fund

  • Paradise Van Antwerp Family Foundation Fund

  • Paradise Willard D. Hobbs Memorial Scholarship Fund

  • Paradise Unrestricted Fund

  • Paradise Youth Endowment Fund

  • Taquamenon Area Civic Center Unendowed Fund

  • The Area Public Library Endowment Fund

Paradise Area community foundation Supporters

Mr. and Mrs. Christopher C. Arvani

Mr. and Mrs. Jack L. DeGroot

Ms. Deborah A. Fickies

Mr. Dennis L. Horton

Mr. and Mrs. David L. Johnson

Mr. and Mrs. Terry Keller

Mr. and Mrs. William D. Odell

Pinemont Properties, LLC

Mr. and Mrs. Mark Roelant

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas W. Rohlfs

Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Thomas

If you'd like to donate to any of the Paradise Area Community Foundation funds:

Donations Online

Click on the DONATE button

Mail Donations to:

Community Foundation of the Upper Peninsula

c/o Paradise Area Community Foundation

2420 1st Avenue South, Escanaba, MI 49829

Please note on the check what Paradise Fund you will be making your donation to.

If you would like to start a fund or scholarship please call the office at (906)-786-6654.

Paradise Area Community Foundation is an affiliate of the Community Foundation of the Upper Peninsula.

For good. For ever.