Buckner Woodford Clay, III Memorial Fund - Environmental Preservation Grant

The Buckner Woodford Clay, III Memorial Fund, established by Dr. Thomas W. Jarrett in memory of a friend passionate about environmental issues, aims to support anti-littering education and enforcement in West Virginia. With $35,000 available for grants, the fund prioritizes projects that promote environmental preservation, particularly in Raleigh County, and encourages youth involvement. Eligible applicants must be recognized non-profits or public institutions, with a focus on sustainability and community engagement.

It began with a gift of $1.1 million from the Dr. BAF assets have grown to over $70 million with over 500 different funds managed by our three trustee banks.
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.
​At the current time, this fund has $35,000 available to award.

Eligibility

Designated as a non-profit under Section 501-c-3 of the Internal Revenue Code or is a public institution, school or municipality. An IRS determination letter verifies 501-c-3 status and is required to apply for a BAF grant.
Programs must support environmental preservation in West Virginia (Raleigh County preference) with emphasis on anti-littering and youth-oriented activities.