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News & Happenings

Keep up to date on the Foundation's news, events, programs, and scholarship and grant information here, on our Facebook page, by downloading this year’s Growing Home Gazette, or through our e-newsletter. For more information on the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio download our Fact Sheet.


Walmart commits $3,000 to Hocking County Community Fund

FAO match results in $6,000 to benefit county’s residents, communities LOGAN, Ohio – Walmart has committed $3,000 to the Hocking County Community Fund (HCCF) to be invested in efforts that support the residents and communities of Hocking County. The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO) is matching Walmart’s gift dollar-for-dollar, resulting in $6,000 to benefit Hocking […]

Grants available in Vinton County through the Michele L. Hart Legacy Fund

Funding to support projects, programs in healthcare, domestic violence, and higher education NELSONVILLE, Ohio – Nonprofit and public organizations serving Vinton County are invited to apply for grants through the Michele L. Hart Legacy Fund. Rebecca “Becky” Hart established the Michele L. Hart Legacy Fund at the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO) in memory of […]

Vinton County National Bank commits $30,000 to Jackson County Community Foundation

FAO match results in $60,000 investment to benefit county’s residents, communities JACKSON, Ohio – Jackson County Banking Center, a member of the Vinton County National Bank (VCNB) Financial Family, has committed a total of $30,000 over the next three years to the Jackson County Community Foundation (JCCF), establishing a permanent fund that will advance opportunities […]

Vinton County National Bank commits $30,000 to Hocking County Community Fund

FAO match results in $60,000 investment to benefit county’s residents, communities LOGAN, Ohio – Hocking Hills Banking Center, a member of the Vinton County National Bank (VCNB) Financial Family, has committed a total of $30,000 over the next three years to the Hocking County Community Fund (HCCF). This donation will support projects and programs that […]

Peoples Bank Foundation commits $25,000 to Jackson County Community Foundation

JACKSON, Ohio – Peoples Bank Foundation has committed a total of $25,000 over the next five years to the Jackson County Community Foundation to enhance the quality of life and create a lasting impact in the county. “Many Peoples Bank employees live and work right here in Jackson County,” said Patrick Ball from Peoples Insurance […]

Ohio Valley Bank commits $25,000 to Gallia Community Foundation

FAO matching funds result in $50,000 that will be invested in Gallia County residents, communities GALLIPOLIS, Ohio – Ohio Valley Bank has committed $25,000 to the Gallia Community Foundation, bringing two community-based and community-serving organizations together in support of Gallia County residents and communities. The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO), with support from the Governor […]

Ohio Valley Bank commits $10,000 to Meigs County Foundation

FAO matching funds result in $20,000 that will be invested in Meigs County residents, communities POMEROY, Ohio – Ohio Valley Bank (OVB) has committed $10,000 to the Meigs County Foundation – a gift that will benefit the residents and communities of Meigs County today and into the future. The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO), with […]

Grant applications for Donald R. Myers Legacy Fund open Feb. 14

Appalachian Ohio nonprofit, public organizations invited to apply through March 21 NELSONVILLE, Ohio – The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO) is accepting grant applications Feb. 14 through March 21 for the Donald R. Myers Legacy Fund to Support Partnership in Appalachian Ohio. The Donald R. Myers Legacy Fund was created to support Appalachian Ohio’s nonprofit […]

Grant funding available for projects promoting economic growth in 16 eastern Ohio counties

Applications for the Dale Hileman Legacy Fund are due March 21 NELSONVILLE, Ohio – Grant funding is available for projects and activities that promote economic growth in 16 eastern Ohio counties. The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO) is accepting grant applications Feb. 14 through March 21 for the Dale Hileman Legacy Fund, created in partnership […]