Celebrate summer with OCCF

Summer in Osborne County means hometown parades, celebrations, and community traditions—and the Osborne County Community Foundation (OCCF) is proud to be part of it all! We're hitting the road this season to show our support, connect with neighbors, and share how OCCF is helping build a stronger future for our county.

Here’s where you can find us this summer:

🎉 Downs Celebration – Parade NightWe’ll be cruising through Downtown Downs in our OCCF golf cart during the parade on Saturday at 7 p.m. Be on the lookout for smiling faces and plenty of candy! We’re proud to sponsor this great hometown tradition and celebrate with the community.

🎡 Osborne County Fair – July 23 Kickoff & ParadeThe Osborne County Fair kicks off on Tuesday, July 23, and we’ll be in the Butler Building on Wednesday evening with giveaways, including festive patriotic sunglasses from OCCF and The Peoples Bank. The theme this year is “Stars and Stripes and Summer Nights,” and we’re ready to celebrate!

🎈We’ll also be rolling through the Osborne County Fair Parade on Friday, July 25—look for our golf cart and don’t miss the candy!

Stop by our table at the Osborne County Fair!

🎊 Alton Jubilee – Saturday, August 23Catch us at the Alton Jubilee Parade as we join in the celebration—and this year, Executive Director Mindy Miller is honored to serve as one of the parade judges! We’re excited to support this beloved community event and cheer on everything that makes Alton shine.

🎆 Natoma Labor Day Celebration – Wrap up summer with us at the Natoma Labor Day Celebration! We’ll be joining in the festivities and—you guessed it—bringing along candy for parade-goers. It’s another chance to connect with our neighbors and celebrate what makes each of our communities unique.

☀️ All Around Osborne County

Throughout the summer, OCCF will be present at local events—sharing information about grant opportunities, connecting with community partners, and highlighting the incredible work being done across Osborne County. Whether you're enjoying a parade, fair, or event, we hope to see you there!

Let’s Celebrate Community

These events remind us why we love where we live—and how local giving can make a lasting impact. Come say hello, grab some OCCF swag, and learn more about how you can get involved in growing Osborne County’s future.