West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness Inc
WEST VIRGINIA COALITION TO END, based in Bridgeport, West Virginia, is a public charity that works to develop and implement long-term solutions to homelessness and poverty. Its 2025 filing reports 14 grants totaling $2,136,902, with grant purposes described as supporting homelessness initiatives.
West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness Inc at a glance
In short: West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness Inc gave $2.1M across 14 grants in 2025 (avg $153K), mostly in West Virginia. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $2,136,902
- Grants made (2025)
- 14
- Average grant
- $152,636
- Median grant
- $135,180
- Total assets
- $2,571,548
- +24.2% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- West Virginia (95% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness Inc
- Contact
Mailing address: 110 Cambridge Place, Bridgeport, WV 26330
Phone: (304) 842-9522
Website: https://wvceh.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Jefferson County Community Ministries ($263K). Together the top 10 received $2.0M.
Grant Size Distribution
14 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $100–250K range: 6 grants of 14 (43%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The organization is based in Bridgeport, West Virginia. Its 2024 filing describes work serving West Virginians statewide. In 2025, 95% of reported grant dollars went to recipients in West Virginia and 5% to recipients in Florida.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 14 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2025 it made 14 grants totaling $2.1M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson County Community Ministries Charles Town, WV | To Support Homelessness Initiatives | $262,737 |
| Project Rainbow Inc Morgantown, WV | To Support Homelessness Initiatives | $260,060 |
| Kanawha Valley Collective Charleston, WV | To Support Homelessness Initiatives | $254,998 |
| YWCA of Charleston Charleston, WV | To Support Homelessness Initiatives | $251,204 |
| NCWV Community Action Assoc Inc Fairmont, WV | To Support Homelessness Initiatives | $245,002 |
| Greater Wheeling Coalition for the Homeless Wheeling, WV | To Support Homelessness Initiatives | $180,627 |
| Raleigh County Community Action Beckley, WV | To Support Homelessness Initiatives | $144,606 |
| NFS Ministries Parkersburg, WV | To Support Homelessness Initiatives | $125,754 |
| Huntington City Mission Huntington, WV | To Support Homelessness Initiatives | $125,000 |
| Life Hub Inc Tampa, FL | To Support Homelessness Initiatives | $110,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,571,548 | $8,343,670 | $8,334,879 | $2,136,902 | 14 | $447 |
| 2024 | $2,069,956 | $6,953,293 | $7,067,493 | — | — | $113 |
| 2023 | $2,331,802 | $6,923,640 | $6,808,722 | — | — | $32,358 |
| 2022 | $1,515,160 | $6,740,756 | $6,799,361 | — | — | $437,439 |
| 2021 | $2,317,658 | $6,094,283 | $7,358,470 | — | — | $159,404 |
| 2020 | $3,200,894 | $6,298,806 | $4,002,595 | — | — | $10 |
| 2019 | $135,272 | $2,510,695 | $2,585,656 | — | — | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization states that its mission is to build partnerships at local, state, and national levels to develop long-term solutions to homelessness and poverty; advocate for public policies addressing the needs of people experiencing homelessness; and work with government, public and private entities, advocates, providers, and consumers to prevent and end homelessness in West Virginia.
The 2025 grants show support for homelessness initiatives. Among its grantees, Project Rainbow says it provides low-barrier emergency shelter, street outreach, and supportive services to people experiencing homelessness in West Virginia. Kanawha Valley Collective describes itself as a collaborative network working to improve homelessness services and remove housing barriers in four West Virginia counties. Raleigh County Community Action says it provides anti-poverty services, including homeless services. NFS Ministries describes its work as providing resources, opportunity, and shelter for people experiencing homelessness through community partnerships.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the organization reported 14 grants totaling $2,136,902. Grant amounts ranged from $30,200 to $262,737, with a median of $135,180. The largest listed awards included Jefferson County Community Ministries ($262,737), Project Rainbow ($260,060), Kanawha Valley Collective ($254,998), YWCA of Charleston ($251,204), and NCWV Community Action Association ($245,002). Each was designated to support homelessness initiatives.
No application instructions, eligibility requirements, or deadlines are provided in the available information.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Traci Strickland as president; Alexis McMillan as secretary/treasurer; Michael Pennington and Murphy Poindexter as board members; Zachary Brown as executive director; and Kelly Casto as chief financial officer.
West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness Inc is led by Zachary Brown, Executive Director on every filing since 2024; 2 of 6 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Zachary Brown
Executive Director
On filings since 2024
40 hrs/week
$86K (2024) → $98K (2025)
Traci Strickland
President
Board Member → President, 2020
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kelly Casto
Chief Financial Officer
New on the 2025 filing
40 hrs/week
$62K (2025)
Alexis McMillan
Secretary & Treasurer
Board Member → Secretary, 2020
Secretary → Secretary & Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Michael Pennington
Board Member
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Murphy Poindexter
Board Member
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (14)
- Former: Amanda Sisson (2024) — COO
- Former: Amy Chandler (2019–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Francie Roberts Buchanan (2019–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Lisa Badia (2019–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Margaret Taylor (2019–2021) — Board Member
- Former: David Bott Past Member (2021) — Board Member
- Former: Jake Bowling Past Member (2021) — Vice President
- Former: Lisa Sharpe Past Member (2021) — Treasurer
- Former: David Bott (2019–2020) — Board Member
- Former: David Cisler (2019–2020) — Board Member
- Former: Jake Bowling (2019–2020) — Vice President
- Former: Lisa Sharpe (2019–2020) — Treasurer
- Former: Blaire Nuzum-Wise (2019) — Board Member
- Former: Wayne Bailey (2019) — Treasurer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $98K, to Zachary Brown (Executive Director). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness Inc
How much does West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness Inc give each year?
West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness Inc gave $2.1M across 14 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990.
What is West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness Inc's typical grant size?
West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness Inc's median grant in 2025 was $135,180, and its average grant was $152,636, across 14 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990.
Where does West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness Inc give grants?
West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness Inc gives mostly in West Virginia: 95% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The next largest state was Florida (5%). The most frequent recipient cities were Charleston, WV (2 grants) and Morgantown, WV (2 grants).
Does West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 14 grants with a stated purpose on West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness Inc's 2025 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "To Support Homelessness Initiatives" (14 grants).
Who are West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness Inc's largest grantees?
West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness Inc's largest 2025 grantees include Jefferson County Community Ministries ($262,737), Project Rainbow Inc ($260,060) and Kanawha Valley Collective ($254,998), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. Together they received 36% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness Inc?
West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness Inc reported $2.6M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $8.3M.
What does West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness Inc fund?
The organization states that its mission is to build partnerships at local, state, and national levels to develop long-term solutions to homelessness and poverty; advocate for public policies addressing the needs of people experiencing homelessness; and work with government, public and private entities, advocates, providers, and consumers to prevent and end homelessness in West Virginia. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness Inc?
West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check wvceh.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness Inc's EIN?
West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 55-0784381. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2025.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS January 21, 2020)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 13, 2023)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 15, 2026)
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Grantable. (2026). West Virginia Coalition to End Homelessness Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 24, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/west-virginia-coalition-to-end-homelessness-inc-morg_e9767385f4a04823ad899188dd676b8f
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