The mission of the Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley, Inc. is to increase a permanent endowment that can respond to the current and future needs of the Upper Ohio Valley.
We work with donors and their financial advisors to provide a flexible, efficient and lasting way for them to benefit their community.
We are a faithful steward and prudent manager of philanthropic assets.
We make grants that have a significant impact in our community. |
Confirmed in Compliance with National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations.
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Our move is COMPLETE!
A donor made the purchase of
1226 Chapline Street
possible. R
ead more about the generous gift and
Our phone number and email addresses will remain the same, but do update your mailing records to reflect the change (1226 Chapline Street, Wheeling).
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It is no secret COVID-19 (coronavirus) will be making an impact on all our lives over the next few weeks at the very least. The true impact of related closures and reduced services remains unknown, but we do know the important work being done by our area's nonprofit organizations will very likely become even more necessary.
We are hopeful that what comes our way can be managed and it is in that spirit we are taking guidance from public health and government entities to heart.
Adjustments to our work and operational efforts have been made in response to recommended precautions, including working remotely. While certain aspects of our work may be delayed, it is our intention to continue serving our donors, grantees and partners during this time of uncertainty.
In the meantime,
cough into your elbow,
wash your hands and
be kind - we're in this together.
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| Stealey Community Fund - Apply Now! |
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Here's the scoop on the Stealey Community Fund, an incredibly generous gift left for the benefit of the Middlebourne community by Ruth Stealey Green. |
| Belmont County Enrichment Fund Grants Awarded |
Grants were awarded to the following organizations:
| Organization |
Project |
Amount |
| Belco Works/Employment Works |
Greenhouse Project |
$2,000 |
| Faith in Action Caregivers |
Belmont County Volunteer Program |
$2,500 |
| First Christian Church |
5 Loaves Food Ministry |
$1,500 |
| Gabriel Project of West Virginia |
Safe Nests for Belmont Babies |
$2,000 |
| NAMI Greater Wheeling, Inc. |
Suicide Prevention & Support Program |
$2,660 |
| Ohio Hills Health Service |
Support for oral health services |
$10,000 |
| The Underground Railroad Museum |
Support for roof repair/maintenance |
$5,000 |
| Tri-County Help Center, Inc. |
Security, Safety and Sanitation at agency shelters |
$3,100 |
| Wheeling Health Right |
Healthcare for Belmont County residents |
$2,500 |
| Young Life |
Belmont County Peer Group Initiative |
$10,000 |
Want to learn more about this great example of community-driven philanthropy?
Visit here!
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Criminal Justice Reform Grant Opportunity
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Please explore this exciting opportunity hosted by the
Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation (TGKVF), in partnership
with the Chan Zuckerburg Initiative.
The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation (TGKVF) and the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI) have launched a partnership that will support criminal justice reform efforts in West Virginia.
Today, 2.3 million people are incarcerated in our jails and prisons and over 70 million people have a criminal conviction on their permanent record making it difficult to find a job, secure housing, or even vote in some states. Our system of mass incarceration means that nearly half of all children in the US have a parent with a criminal record.
While we do not believe that our criminal justice system is broken, we believe that the justice system must be redesigned, with community health and safety at its core, and with those directly impacted - presently and formerly incarcerated persons, crime survivors, law enforcement, families, and communities - at the helm of its transformation. It is critical that we work to redesign the justice system, otherwise it will continue to create barriers to success for generations to come. Our collective commitment is to learn from, and be an excellent partner to, those closest to the work. CZI and TGKVF are not going to reform the justice system. But we hope to collaborate with and empower those who will.
Information sessions concerning this exciting grant opportunity will be held in Charleston on April 8 and in Morgantown on April 9. For questions about the grant information sessions, contact Derek Vance at dvance@tgkvf.org or 304.346.3620 x19.
Registration Deadline: April 1, 2020
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Women's Giving Circle to Meet
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The
Women's Giving Circle, an initiative of the Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley, seeks to empower through philanthropy by making strategic, researched-based grants supporting projects serving women and girls.
The next WGC meeting will be held April 22 at 5:30 p.m.
Please make plans to join us at Crittenton Services, Inc.,
located at 2606 National Road (Elm Grove).
Members are encouraged to bring a friend (or two) who may be interested in becoming part of the WGC.
The WGC is building a community of philanthropists and creating a legacy to address the needs of women and girls in areas served by the Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley. In its grantmaking history, the Women's Giving Circle has awarded over $300,000 to projects supporting women and girls.
New members are always welcome!
Visit here to learn more about this community of inspiring women! |
Update: This training has been postponed, but the link offers instruction as to how you can be advised of the new dates!
Our friends at Volunteer West Virginia are hosting a grant writing training at the end of April! This two-day event might be just what you need to sharpen your skills!
The CFOV team is ALWAYS happy to see organizations take steps that result in stronger requests for support.
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| STILL Wanted: CLIP Hosts! |
Play a role in inspiring the next generation
of our area's young professionals!
We are always interested in adding to our list of businesses that may be a good fit for a placement. There is absolutely zero cost to a business to host.
Hosts are asked to provide relevant experience, mentorship and connection - this program could identify a future employee!
If your business would like to learn more about joining these efforts, please
reach out to
Debbie
or call 304-242-3144!
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| Nonprofit Resource - Leadership Qualities |
Leaders are all around us - have you ever thought about
what makes a leader great (or not so much)?
Check out this article about leadership qualities
and the role they play in the nonprofit world.
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Dates to Remember
Stealey Community Fund - applications due April 17 by noon
Women's Giving Circle Quarterly Meeting - April 22, details in post above |
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