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Campaigns to fill freezers of local food pantries yield 33,000+ pounds of protein
Communities in Gallia, Harrison, Hocking, Lawrence, Morgan, Perry and Vinton counties are fighting hunger – one pound at a time NELSONVILLE, Ohio – Food insecurity rates top 20 percent in some parts of Appalachian Ohio. But in seven of the region’s counties, communities stepped up this summer to provide more than 33,000 pounds of locally […]
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FAO, MWCD expand partnership to advance environmental stewardship across region
New investment brings FAO’s first Pillar of Prosperity fund to $10 million goal NELSONVILLE, Ohio — The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO) and the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) have expanded a partnership designed to advance environmental health and well-being for people within their service areas for years to come. Earlier this year, MWCD’s Board […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Grant funding available for nonprofits, schools and public organizations serving Vinton County
Vinton County Community Fund accepting applications through Sept. 10
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2024 grant applications open for FAO affiliate foundations
Deadline to apply for funding is Sept. 10
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Michele L. Hart Legacy Fund accepting 2024 grant applications
Funding to support healthcare, domestic violence and higher education initiatives in Vinton County
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Three organizations awarded Donald R. Myers Legacy Fund grants
Funding to support efforts that are advancing quality of life in Appalachian Ohio
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Mapping generosity in action
FAO’s 2023 impact map highlights investments made across 32-county region
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Foundation for Appalachian Ohio announces two funding opportunities
Applications being accepted Feb. 6 through March 12 NELSONVILLE, Ohio – Grant funding is available for projects and activities that are improving quality of life and advancing Appalachian Ohio communities. The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO) announces the Feb. 6 opening of grant applications for the Dale Hileman Legacy Fund and the Donald R. Myers […]