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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New Year Marks Beginning and End of Service
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FOV is grateful for the vision and leadership of its Board of Trustees. These community leaders serve as volunteers and represent a variety of industries and backgrounds. Each member shares a passion for the betterment of the Ohio Valley and the role CFOV plays in the process.
We are pleased to welcome Dr. John Holloway, Dr. David Kappel and Jim Stultz to the team and look forward to their involvement.
And while we welcome new board members, we must also extend our thanks to departing member Christine Hargrave. Christine's service on the board will always be appreciated.
You can learn more about our Board of Trustees by visiting
here.
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Several CFOV Grant Programs
Announce Awards
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The last several months have been quite active for many of CFOV's competitive grant programs.
The Community Impact Fund, the Smith-Goshen Rice Enrichment Fund and the Women's Giving Circle each completed a grant cycle. In all, 40 Ohio Valley organizations received grants totaling $170,905!
Community Impact Fund
The Community Impact Fund is comprised of several unrestricted funds of the Community Foundation and other funds designed to support a particular area of need as identified by the donor. Grants supported by specific funds are noted below.
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Belmont County Student Services
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Taking on the Challenge - alcohol literacy curriculum
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$3,363
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Brooke County Library Foundation
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Job Readiness Training Program
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$5,000
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Catholic Charities West Virginia
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Crisis Prevention Institute Training
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$1,617
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Gabriel Project of West Virginia
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Helping Hands and Hearts in Hancock County
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$4,500
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Girl Scouts of Black Diamond Council
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Girl Scout Summer Day Program in Marshall County
*supported by the Williams Fund
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$500
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Marshall County Animal Shelter
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Expansion of spay/neuter program
*Supported by the Joseph & Marilyn Fraker Fund for the Protection of Animals
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$7,400
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Marshall County Schools
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Support for Drug Free Club
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$2,500
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Martins Ferry High School
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College Road Trip 2017
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Supported by the Ken Dennis Fund
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$5,270
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New Day Christian Center
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Dream Big After-School Music Program
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$2,400
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Ohio County 4-H Leaders Association
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Expansion of 4-H Robotics Program
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Supported by the Ken Dennis Fund
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$5,000
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The Lighthouse Child Advocacy Center
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"Social Networking: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly" School Assembly
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$4,000
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The Salvation Army - Wheeling
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Support for School of Performing Arts
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$5,000
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Upper Ohio Valley Sexual Assault Help Center, Inc.
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"Love and Logic" Parenting Skills Course
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$2,328
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West Virginia Independence Hall Foundation
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Soliders & Sailors Monument Move and Restoration
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$5,000
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Wheeling National Heritage Area Corporation
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Blue Church Roof Repair and Replacement
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$10,000
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| Youth Services System, Inc. |
Serving Youth: 54 Indiana Street Project
*supported by the Two Bridges Fund |
$10,000 |
| YWCA Steubenville |
"The Lift Off Project" - job search and life skills training |
$2,500 |
Smith-Goshen Rice Enrichment Fund
The Smith-Goshen Rice Enrichment Fund supports programs and projects that are located in or serve Belmont County, Ohio.
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5 Loaves Food Ministry
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Program Support
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$1,500
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Barnesville St. Vincent de Paul
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New Building Project
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$10,000
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Bellaire Volunteer Fire Department
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Equipment
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$2,900
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Belmont County General Health District
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Cribs for Kids
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$2,000
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Belmont County Military Veterans Museum
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Support for accessibility project
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$1,000
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Belmont County Student Services
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In the Middle - supporting a substance and addiction free life
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$2,300
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Bethesda Volunteer Fire Department
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Support for purchase of rescue tool
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$2,500
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Glencoe Economic Development Committee
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Support for community/youth center
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$2,000
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Morristown Park Commission
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Support for the Lynn Hunkler Memorial Park Playground Project
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$2,500
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Salvation Army - Belmont County
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Support toward purchase of new van
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$2,000
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Smith Township Volunteer Fire Company
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Support toward purchase of emergency shelter generator
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$2,500
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Switzerland of Ohio School District
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Blessings in a Backpack
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$3,000
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Tri-County Help Center
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Support for Belmont County Human Trafficking Coalition
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$3,000
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Village of Bethesda Police Department
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Support toward equipment purchase
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$5,000
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Village of Morristown/Morristown Volunteer Fire Department
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Support toward purchase of extrication tools
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$2,500
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Women's Giving Circle
The Women's Giving Circle grants are designated for programs that improve the lives of women and girls in our eight-county service area.
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Belmont County Student Services
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Continuation and expansion of project supporting at-risk girls
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$5,279
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Crittenton Foundation, Inc.
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Driver's License Accessibility
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$2,443
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Girl Scouts of Black Diamond Council
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Girl Scout Leadership Experience
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$2,000
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Habitat for Humanity - Wheeling
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Support for builds benefiting female heads of household
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$1,000
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Oglebay Institute
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Tuition assistance for girls PK-12 to attend 2017 camps
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$2,000
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SMART Center
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Support for GEMS Camp -
Girls Enjoying Math and Science
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$2,105
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The Children's Museum of the Ohio Valley
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Girls Who Code - creating opportunity and access to learn basic coding through a club
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$3,000
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The Greater Wheeling Coalition for the Homeless, Inc.
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Female Empowerment Program
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$5,000
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Upper Ohio Valley Sexual Assault Help Center, Inc.
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"Ask Angela" dating safety program
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$1,000
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Wheeling Health Right, Inc.
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Farmacy - Access to fresh, organic produce for female patients managing chronic illness
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$2,000
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WVNCC Foundation
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Emergency Assistance for Female Students
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$5,000
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YWCA - Steubenville
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GLAD - Girls' Leadership and Development program
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$3,000
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YWCA - Wheeling
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Appliances for emergency safe shelter and program support for Women Inspired in New Directions program
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$9,000
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Youth Services System, Inc.
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Support for transitional living program to help girls move forward through completion of education, job training and basic living skills
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$7,000
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We look forward to seeing the outcomes of these projects!
You can learn more about our competitive grant programs by visiting here. |
| The Amazing Raise Ohio Valley |
 
Preparation continues and the excitement is growing as we dive deeper into The Amazing Raise Ohio Valley 2017!
A number of Ohio Valley nonprofits are already registered for the May 2 event
and there's still time for organizations to join us.
To learn more about The Amazing Raise, please call
304-242-3144 or email [email protected].
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Scholarship Deadline Around the Corner!
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The calendar has flipped to February! With just a few months left in the school year, now is the perfect time for seniors (and their parents and guidance counselors) to put the finishing touches on scholarship applications!
CFOV is a proud scholarship provider and offers more than
60 different opportunities for Ohio Valley students!
Scholarship information can be found by visiting
here
and
following the menus on the left side of the page.
They are divided by state eligibility so be sure to explore each option.
Remember, MARCH 1 is the deadline for most CFOV Scholarships!
Reach out to [email protected] to learn more!
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Civic Leaders Fellowship Program
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Looking for an Intern? Partner with CFOV!
Local businesses in need of an intern are encouraged to apply to serve as a host as part of the Civic Leaders Fellowship Program.
This leadership initiative, hosted by CFOV and supported by a number of sponsors, provides paid internship experiences, professional development and exposure to the area's merits.
2017 will mark the fifth year for this innovative program, which is playing an important role in
retention efforts that impact the Ohio Valley.
Students who serve Fellows represent a wide variety of academic and career interests. Salaries are funded through CFOV, which makes this unique opportunity a perfect fit for any organization.
Ashley, pictured above, participated in the program for three years. Her final placement was at S&P Financial, which provided her with hands-on experience and extensive opportunities to build her network.
More information about the program, and access to the application links, can be found by visiting
here
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| The CFOV Annual Report is Here! |
We invite you to take a look at our latest annual report! It is full of informative stories about the change made through CFOV over the last year (July 2015-June 2016).
It's a wonderful way to learn more about the many parts of the Community Foundation and how they come together to make great things happen!
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Dates to Remember
March 1 - Deadline for most CFOV Scholarships
March 6 - Chevron Community Fund Spring Cycle Opens
March 9 - Amazing Raise Social Media Workshop
March 17 - Amazing Raise Nonprofit Registration Deadline
March 31 - Civic Leaders Fellowship Program Host Deadline
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