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Sep 24, 2024 AT&T, Human I-T provide 150 Chromebooks and backpacks to Foundation for Appalachian Ohio for Athens County students and families

NELSONVILLE, Ohio – AT&T and Human I-T provided the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO) 150 refurbished Chromebook computers and 150 new backpacks, which were distributed Friday at the Athens County Community Cares Resource Center in Nelsonville. Funded by AT&T contributions, the computers and backpacks were given to Athens County students and families who were pre-selected […]

Aug 26, 2024 Foundation for Appalachian Ohio announces 2024 scholarship recipients

Nearly $659,000 in donor-established scholarships awarded to students across the region NELSONVILLE, Ohio – The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO) has awarded nearly $659,000 in donor-established postsecondary scholarships to students across Appalachian Ohio. FAO collaborates with donors, an advisory committee of volunteers and its 15 affiliate foundation partners to award scholarships to students across the […]

Aug 20, 2024 FAO and its affiliate foundation partners announce funding for youth-led projects

Up to $75,000 available for projects developed, implemented by youth under age 18 NELSONVILLE, Ohio – The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO) and its 15 affiliate foundation partners announce the opening of grant applications for projects developed and implemented by youth under age 18. Up to $75,000 in grant funding is available to support youth leadership […]

Aug 14, 2024 Osteopathic Heritage Foundation makes history with gift to Nelsonville Community Foundation

Funding will provide immediate and long-term investment in the Nelsonville area

Jul 29, 2024 2024 grant applications open for FAO affiliate foundations

Deadline to apply for funding is Sept. 10

Jun 21, 2024 Funding available for projects advancing conservation, environmental stewardship

Applications open for research, community and innovation grants as well as fellowships