Hancock County Agricultural Society

Findlay, OH · Founded 1938

Operating county fair and facilities for agricultural education and youth engagement

Primary audience
Business Members
Work area
Regional Advocacy
Topic
Education Advocacy
Contact
Darrell Baird
Website Contact

About Organization

Encourages, assists, and engages youth participation in the Hancock County Fair while providing facilities for entertainment and agricultural education. Based in Findlay, OH, the agricultural society has operated the county fair since 1852. Operating with $2.8 million in annual revenue and 9 employees plus 100 volunteers.

What They Focus On

Business Advocacy

Represents member interests in policy development and advocates for pro-business initiatives at local and state levels

Community Leadership

Develops business leadership capacity and facilitates collaboration on community priorities and regional challenges

Economic Growth

Promotes regional economic development through strategic partnerships and support for business expansion initiatives

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$2.8M

+84.5% vs 2022

Expenses (2023)

$2.3M

+116.4% vs 2022

Assets (2023)

$2.0M

+31.4% vs 2022

Employees (2023)

9

+0% vs 2022

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2023 $2,751,333 $2,299,713 $1,951,533 9
2022 $1,491,328 $1,062,602 $1,485,147 9
2021 $1,624,240 $913,487 $1,414,188 6
2020 $1,719,656 $1,206,422 $839,530 6
2019 $854,162 $1,335,484 $326,775 7
2018 $1,871,158 $1,578,766 $805,369 10
2017 $1,582,883 $2,685,328 $512,976 8

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Member Engagement

    Identifies priority issues through stakeholder consultation and analysis of business community needs

  • 02

    Strategic Planning

    Develops targeted initiatives based on member input and regional economic development priorities

  • 03

    Program Implementation

    Executes programs through partnerships with member organizations and community stakeholders

  • 04

    Impact Assessment

    Evaluates outcomes through member feedback and tracks progress toward organizational objectives

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Hancock County Agricultural Society

Member Services

Provides networking opportunities, resources, and support to member organizations across the region

Economic Development

Promotes regional economic growth through strategic partnerships and development initiatives

Business Advocacy

Represents business interests in policy development and legislative initiatives at state and local levels

Leadership Programs

Develops business leadership capacity through training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities

Community Engagement

Facilitates collaboration between business and community stakeholders on shared priorities

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Hancock County Agricultural Society.

DB

Darrell Baird

Vice President
1 hrs/week
LB

Levi Beagle

President
1 hrs/week

Milestones

1938

Organization Founded

1938

Established to serve business community development and economic growth initiatives

1982

Regional Expansion

1982

Extended programming and membership services to serve broader regional business community

2023

Growth Milestone

2023

Achieved significant revenue growth reflecting expanded member services and regional programming

2026

Continued Impact

2026

Maintains active programming serving member organizations and regional economic development priorities

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AS
Aaron Smith Director 0.50 hrs/week
AC
Andrew Crates Director 0.50 hrs/week
BB
Brian Bauman Director 0.50 hrs/week
CG
Casey Glick Director 0.50 hrs/week
CC
Clay Cooper Director 0.50 hrs/week
CC
Curt Cramer Director 0.50 hrs/week
DM
Dustin Mengert Director 0.50 hrs/week
GB
Gail Bowman Director 0.50 hrs/week
GC
Gary Clunen Director 0.50 hrs/week
JS
Joe Smith Director 0.50 hrs/week
JL
John Livingston Treasurer 0.50 hrs/week
KM
Karen Moses Director 0.50 hrs/week
ML
Mandy Lobdell Director 0.50 hrs/week
MN
Matt Noel Director 0.50 hrs/week
MD
Michael Deter Director 0.50 hrs/week
MS
Michael Stacy Secretary 0.50 hrs/week
NC
Nick Conrad Director 0.50 hrs/week
PB
Pat Ball Director 0.50 hrs/week
RP
Randy Powell Director 0.50 hrs/week
TW
Tim Wiler Director 0.50 hrs/week
TH
Tom Higbie Director 0.50 hrs/week
TW
Tom Warren Director 0.50 hrs/week
TH
Tony Hufford Director 0.50 hrs/week
BF
Budget & Finance (Voted) John Livingston
Levie Beagle
Darrell Baird
Brian Bauman
Clay Cooper
Tom Higbie
Tom Warren
PP
Policies & Procedures (Appointed) Mandy Lobdell – Chair
Aaron Smith – Co
JF
Jr. Fair Britta Fenstermaker – Chair
Mandy Lobdell – Co
LR
Long Range Planning and Building Pat Ball – Chair
Tom Higbie
Brian Bauman
Darrell Baird
Tom Wiler
Adnrew Crates
GG
Gates & Grandstand Brian Bauman – Chair
Jim Klausing
Tony Hufford
BF
Britta Fenstermaker
 Aaron Smith – Chair
Curt Cramer
Tom Higbie
Tom Warren
LS
Livestock Sale Mike Stacy – Chair
Mandy Lobdell
Curt Cramer
Darrell Baird
ER
Equipment Rental, Radios Aaron Smith
Tom Higbie
SM
Sawdust, Manure, Gates, Trash, Restrooms Levi Beagle – Chair
Clay Cooper
Mike Deter
Matt Noel
Casey Glick
HP
Horse Pull Andrew Crates – Chair
Mandy Lobdell
Curt Cramer
SC
Sound & Communication Aaron Smith
Tom Higbie

MB
Merchants Building Jim Klausing
Tim Wiler

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2021)

$5K

Highest Paid

$5K

Britta Fenstermaker

Compensated Officers

1

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Britta Fenstermaker Director $5,223 — $5,223 1

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Contact

Get in touch with Hancock County Agricultural Society

Email

[email protected]

Phone

(419) 429-7344

Social

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1017 E Sandusky St Findlay, OH 45840