• Nearly $40,000 awarded to support K-12 civics education in Appalachian Ohio

    Eleven grants to fund civics education learning experiences across the region NELSONVILLE, Ohio – The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO), in partnership with the Longaberger Family Foundation, has awarded 11 grants, totaling $39,435, to support K-12 civics education programming throughout the region. “Informed and engaged young people are vital to strong communities, and that starts […]

  • More than $53,000 invested in Southern Perry County students, educational programs

    SPCAEF announces 2025 scholarship and grant recipients CORNING, Ohio – The Southern Perry County Academic Endowment Fund (SPCAEF) at the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO) has awarded more than $53,000 in 2025 scholarships and grants benefiting Miller High School students. Part of the Community Foundation for Perry County’s family of funds, SPCAEF was established in […]

  • Bellisio Foods Scholarship Fund announces spring 2025 scholarship recipients

    JACKSON, Ohio – Two students have been awarded spring 2025 scholarships from the Bellisio Foods Scholarship Fund at the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO). The Bellisio Foods Scholarship Fund, founded in 2007 under Bellisio Foods, has continued to be fostered by CPF/NA since acquiring the company in 2016, reinforcing one of its key values in […]

  • Donald R. Myers Legacy Fund announces 2025 grant recipients

    Funding awarded to efforts nurturing stronger Appalachian Ohio communities NELSONVILLE, Ohio – The Donald R. Myers Legacy Fund to Support Partnership in Appalachian Ohio has awarded nearly $3,000 in grants to organizations advancing quality of life in the region. “We are honored to be investing in individuals and organizations who share my father’s commitment to […]

  • Three organizations awarded 2025 Dale Hileman Legacy Fund grants

    Funding to support an emerging museum, local entrepreneurs and student internships NELSONVILLE, Ohio – The Dale Hileman Legacy Fund at the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO) has awarded three grants, totaling more than $2,500, to support projects advancing economic development and growth in eastern Ohio. “With this funding, we are supporting opportunities today that will […]

  • Seven FAO affiliate foundations accepting 2025 grant applications

    Funding available for Gallia, Harrison, Highland, Hocking, Jackson and Monroe counties as well as regionwide through AACF NELSONVILLE, Ohio – The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO) and seven of its affiliate foundation partners announce the opening of 2025 grant applications. Funding is available for nonprofits, schools and public organizations serving Gallia, Harrison, Highland, Hocking, Jackson […]

  • Nominations open for 2025 Jenco Awards

    Individual achievement awards celebrate Appalachian Ohioans’ service to others NELSONVILLE, Ohio – The Jenco Foundation Fund is accepting nominations for the 2025 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 […]

  • Nearly $32,000 awarded in grants benefiting Logan and Hocking County

    Twelve projects, programs receive funding from Logan-Holl Foundation Fund LOGAN, Ohio – The Logan-Holl Foundation Fund at the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO) has awarded 12 grants, totaling nearly $32,000, to projects and programs benefiting the people of the city of Logan and Hocking County. “We are honored to carry forward the legacy of Barton […]

  • Edge of Appalachia – Adams County Fund awards $100,000 in grants and scholarships

    Funding to support Adams County projects, programs and students WEST UNION, Ohio – A total of $100,000 in grants and scholarships benefiting the people and communities of Adams County has been awarded through the Edge of Appalachia – Adams County Fund, a partnership between The Nature Conservancy (TNC) and the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO). […]

  • Mapping generosity in action in 2024

    FAO’s 2024 annual report highlights collective impact of region’s donors and doers NELSONVILLE, Ohio – The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio has released its 2024 Annual Report, highlighting investments made in the well-being of people and communities across our 32-county region – all thanks to collective giving. Every symbol on this map represents opportunities created, needs filled […]