Grant for Community Fund of McDowell County - Arts, Education, Economic Development, etc.

Grant for Community Fund of McDowell County - Arts, Education, Economic Development, etc.

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Beckley Area Foundation
Amount: US $700
Last Updated: June 02, 2025

Summary

The Grant for Community Fund of McDowell County, managed by the Beckley Area Foundation, aims to enhance the lives of residents and visitors through support for arts, education, economic development, and youth activities. With a total of $1,500 available for distribution, this fund encourages charitable initiatives that promote well-being and community engagement. Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations and public institutions that align with the fund's mission.

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 $60 million more than 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 principal remains intact to serve the community forever. Since its inception, BAF has distributed over $21 million to charities and other worthy projects in the fields of education, public recreation, health & human services, the arts, animal services and beautification. Community Fund of McDowell County - Arts, Education, Economic Development, etc. The mission of the Community Fund of McDowell County is to enhance the lives of those who live, work and visit McDowell County; to promote the emotional, intellectual and physical well-being of McDowell County citizens; to support the advancement of education, arts, culture, historic preservation, good citizenship, character development and youth activities; to inspire economic independence among McDowell County citizens; and, to serve as a versatile vehicle through which donors may realize their charitable objectives. The income from this fund will be distributed for charitable purposes in McDowell County. This fund has $1,500 available  to award.

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 support arts, education, economic development, historic preservation, or youth activities in McDowell County.