• Open Call for Nominations to Honor Individuals Committed to Serving Others

    2021 Jenco Award Nominations Due June 14 Nelsonville, OH – Do you know someone in your community who goes above and beyond to improve the lives of others? Is there a visionary leader in your community you want to recognize? To honor people of all ages who work passionately in the service of others in […]

  • Monroe County Community Foundation Invests in Youth Literacy

    Grant to the United Way of Guernsey, Monroe, and Noble Counties will Support Literacy in Monroe County Today and Tomorrow Woodsfield, OH – The importance of literacy among our youngest community members is essential to their – and our communities’ – long-term success. A recent grant from the Monroe County Community Foundation (MCCF) to the […]

  • Southern Perry County Academic Endowment Fund Grant and Scholarship Applications Are Now Open

    Deadline to Apply is May 1 Corning, OH – The Southern Perry County Academic Endowment Fund (SPCAEF) is pleased to announce its annual scholarship and grant applications are now open. Additional information as well as this year’s applications can be found on the Fund’s webpage, www.AppalachianOhio.org/SouthernPerry. Applications must be postmarked and submitted by May 1, 2021. The […]

  • Meigs County Schools Food Pantry Fund Responds to Food Insecurity Needs through Meigs County Schools

    Over 150 Families will be Served through New Fund Pomeroy, OH – The COVID-19 pandemic reinforced how pervasive food insecurity is in our communities, including in Meigs County. One of the best ways to address this need is by meeting families where they spend the most time. Inspired by a school-based food distribution program in Athens […]

  • FAO seeking Communications & Programs Assistant

    The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO) is seeking a new member of our team – a Communications & Programs Assistant. This team member will play a critical role in grantmaking through the Foundation’s 530 funds and in telling the story of the opportunities being created in Appalachian Ohio’s communities. Read the full position description and […]

  • Meigs County Community Fund Exceeds Fundraising Goal

    Meigs County Community Fund Raises $1 Million toSupport Meigs County Communities for Generations Pomeroy, OH – The Meigs County Community Fund (MCCF) at the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO) is pleased to announce that it has successfully completed its Endow 200 campaign, raising $1 million to benefit Meigs County communities both today and for generations […]

  • Over $60,000 Awarded to Connect Appalachian Ohioans with Nature

    Twelve Organizations Receive Funding ThroughEnvironmental Stewardship Grant Opportunity Nelsonville, OH – The Environmental Stewardship Pillar of Prosperity at the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO) has awarded over $60,000 in grant awards to support public and nonprofit organizations in their work to connect Appalachian Ohioans to nature. “We were inspired by the ideas and passion that shined […]

  • FAO and Partners Receive ResultsOHIO Feasibility Report for Mobile Vision Program

    Press Release Provided by the Ohio Treasurer’s Office COLUMBUS – Ohio Treasurer Robert Sprague today announced two project proposals deemed “Pay for Success Appropriate and Ready” through the ResultsOHIO program. The projects received ResultsOHIO Feasibility Reports based on a screening process.  “ResultsOHIO draws on bold new ideas in the private sector to help solve significant and persistent […]

  • Gallia Community Foundation Awards Funding to Respond to COVID-19

    Three Gallia County Organizations Receive Grant Awards Gallipolis, OH – The Gallia Community Foundation at the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO) has announced $10,000 in grant awards through a partnership with FAO’s I’m a Child of Appalachia® Fund. These grant awards support Gallia County organizations amid the ongoing COVID-19 crisis. “The COVID-19 crisis has created new […]

  • Harrison County Community Foundation Awards Funding to Respond to COVID-19

    Ten Harrison County Organizations Receive Grant Awards Cadiz, OH – The Harrison County Community Foundation at the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO) has announced $10,000 in grant awards through a partnership with FAO’s I’m a Child of Appalachia® Fund. These grant awards support Harrison County organizations amid the ongoing COVID-19 crisis. “The COVID-19 crisis has created […]