• Call for Nominations for the 2015 Jenco Awards to Honor Appalachian Ohio’s Unsung Heroes

    Awards Honor Individuals Who Have Shown Leadership in the Service of Others NELSONVILLE, OHIO – The Jenco Foundation Fund Committee is seeking nominations for the 2015 Jenco Awards. The Jenco Awards, which began in 2002 to uphold the legacy of Father Martin Jenco, are cash awards for individuals in Appalachian Ohio who have performed noteworthy […]

  • iBELIEVE Foundation Fund to Host 4th Annual Dinner Party Benefit in Columbus

    Appalachian Ohio’s own David Wilhelm to be recognized with iLEAD award Bricker & Eckler to Receive the iGIVE Corporate Award Nelsonville, OH – For four years, the iBELIEVE Foundation has been upholding and inspiring the youth of Appalachian Ohio. The iBELIEVE Foundation Fund, held within the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio, works to make sure Appalachian […]

  • 2015 Scholarship Applications Now Available From the Southern Perry County Academic Endowment Fund

    Scholarship Opportunities Begin for Students Pursuing Post-Secondary Education Nelsonville, OH – As graduation quickly approaches, scholarship season begins again for students seeking to attend post-secondary institutions next fall. To assist students in pursuing higher education, the Southern Perry County Academic Endowment Fund is again accepting scholarship applications. Scholarships are available from donor-established funds within the […]

  • 2015 Scholarship Applications Now Available

    Scholarship Opportunities Open for Students Preparing for Post-Secondary Education Nelsonville, OH – With the close of another school year coming into sight, seniors have begun the search for scholarships to help with their post-secondary aspirations. With that in mind, the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio is excited to once again begin accepting scholarship applications. Scholarships are available […]

  • Grant Opportunity Available in Monroe County

    Applications Accepted through March 23, 2015 The Statoil Monroe County Energy Fund is now accepting grant applications from tax-exempt organizations in Monroe County for projects that improve quality of life. Other organizations and initiatives are welcome to partner with a fiscal agent to apply. More information and the application form can be found on the Statoil […]

  • Gulfport Energy Fund Opens Applications for Grants to Create Educational Opportunities

    Nonprofit Organizations in Belmont, Guernsey, Harrison, and Monroe Counties Encouraged to Apply Nelsonville, OH – This round of the Gulfport Energy Fund’s grants are focused on education because of the vital role it plays in quality of life. Tax-exempt organizations, including schools and nonprofits, serving Belmont, Guernsey, Harrison, and Monroe Counties are invited to apply by […]

  • Watch Videos to See the Difference Philanthropy Makes

    Take a look at our new videos page.  Find all of our latest videos in one place and learn more about FAO, our partners, and the difference we can make together in Appalachian Ohio.

  • Foundation for Appalachian Ohio Announces AEP Access to Environmental Education Mini-Grants

    20 Grants Awarded Across Appalachian Ohio The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO) is pleased to announce 20 grants from its AEP Access to Environmental Education Fund. Applications were received from K-12 educators and 501(c)(3) community organizations throughout Appalachian Ohio’s 32 counties. The grants were given to projects supporting and encouraging creativity in local environmental education […]

  • Red Cross Accepting Nominations for Hometown Heroes

    The American Red Cross of Southeast Ohio is asking for nominations for hometown heroes, both for individuals and for groups, who have gone above and beyond expectations to impact the lives of others in a meaningful way. The organization will hold their 7th annual Hometown Heroes Breakfast on March 10th to celebrate exemplary people from […]

  • Community Foundation for Perry County Celebrates 2nd Annual Dinner

    Last night the Community Foundation for Perry County hosted a successful second annual foundation dinner at Barn in the Backwoods in Thornville. The keynote speaker of the night was Ohio University President Dr. Roderick J. McDavis, who delivered inspiring remarks on the impact philanthropy is having on Perry County and beyond. The Community Foundation for Perry […]