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More than $47,000 invested in civics education learning experiences across the region NELSONVILLE, Ohio – The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO), in partnership with the Longaberger Family Foundation, has awarded 17 grants, totaling $47,028, to support K-12 civics education programming throughout the region. “Firsthand experiences are critical for civics education at a young age – […]

CAMBRIDGE, Ohio – The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO) and the Guernsey County Foundation announce the 2026 Myron Fishel Scholarship recipients. Dr. Waite Phillip Fishel, a former chemistry professor at Vanderbilt University, created the Myron Fishel Scholarship Fund in 1974 to honor the memory of his only son, Myron, who was killed in action during World […]

More than $60,000 invested in Southern Perry County students, educational programs CORNING, Ohio – The Southern Perry County Academic Endowment Fund (SPCAEF) at the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO) has awarded $60,257 in 2026 scholarships and grants. SPCAEF was established in 1987 to create and grow resources that promote learning experiences for residents of the […]

Individual achievement awards celebrate Appalachian Ohioans’ service to others NELSONVILLE, Ohio – The Jenco Foundation Fund is accepting nominations for the 2026 Jenco Awards, recognizing Appalachian Ohioans who have made a difference in the lives of others through community service and visionary leadership. A partnership between the Jenco Foundation and the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio […]

K-12 professionals recognized for service to Appalachian Ohio communities NELSONVILLE, Ohio – Fifteen emerging community builders from Appalachian Ohio have received full scholarships to pursue advanced degrees, thanks to an anonymous  gift to the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO) and a new partnership with American College of Education (ACE). Scholarship recipients are part of FAO’s […]