Blanche Woods Ashworth Memorial Fund - Music Education Grant

Blanche Woods Ashworth Memorial Fund - Music Education Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Beckley Area Foundation
Amount: US $1,001
Last Updated: May 31, 2025

Summary

The Blanche Woods Ashworth Memorial Fund, managed by the Beckley Area Foundation, supports music education in Raleigh County. Established with a $1.1 million seed gift, the fund currently has $1,000 available for projects or programs that must be completed by February 28, 2026. Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations and public institutions dedicated to advancing music education, ensuring the continuation of cultural enrichment in the community.

Overview

Mission Statement Beckley Area Foundation exists to inspire and facilitate generous charitable giving that advances our community. About Us Beckley Area Foundation was established in January 1985 by ten community-minded citizens. It began with a gift of $1.1 million from the Dr. Thomas Walker Memorial Health Foundation as "seed" money for this Raleigh County project. BAF assets have grown to over $70 million with over 500 different funds managed by our three trustee banks. Today, Beckley Area Foundation is one of West Virginia’s largest community foundations. Only the income from these funds is spent. The initial gift remains intact to serve the community forever. Since its inception, BAF has distributed over $23 million to charities and other worthy projects in the fields of education, public recreation, health & human services, the arts, animal services and beautification. Blanche Woods Ashworth Memorial Fund - Music Education Assets were initially delivered to Mountain State University from the Blanche Woods Ashworth estate and from Barry and Connie Woods to establish a memorial scholarship. When MSU ceased operations, the assets were transferred to BAF establishing a field of interest fund that shall further music education in Raleigh County. ​At the current time, this fund has $1,000 available to award. Project or program must be completed by February 28, 2026.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. The Foundation considers grant requests from organizations which are:Designated as a non-profit under Section 501-c-3 of the Internal Revenue Code or is a public institution, school or municipality. Programs funded must further music education in Raleigh County.