Philanthropy West Virginia presented the 2021 WV Spirit of Philanthropy Awards, the state’s highest award in philanthropy, by hosting small awards presentations in three West Virginia cities. “Every day in West Virginia should be Giving Tuesday,” shares Paul D. Daugherty, president and CEO of Philanthropy West Virginia. He adds, “West Virginians are naturally generous and […]
Job Title: Community Impact Director Reports to: Chief Executive Officer Status: Full time / Exempt Office Location: Main Office- Fairmont, WV Purpose of Position: Serves as lead professional staff for management of fund distribution process, agency relations activities and community impact programming, including, but not limited to, West Virginia 2-1-1, Flipside Afterschool, and VITA. This […]
The last few years have challenged philanthropy and the communities we serve in unprecedented ways, and now more than ever your leadership in the fight for equity, inclusion and social justice matters. The pandemic, recession, and social unrest have shined a light on what we have all known for far too long, that people with […]
MEDIA RELEASEContact: Paul D. Daugherty, President & CEO, 304.692.9883 (M) or 304.517.1450 (O) or paul@philanthropywv.org Philanthropy West Virginia is growing. Recenly, Philanthropy WV welcomed two new leadership team members: Sharell Harmon as Membership and Operations Assistant and Chad Matlick as Director of Operations and Revenue. “We are excited to welcome Sharell and Chad to our team. […]
As Philanthropy West Virginia’s Equity and Inclusion Working Group was first convened almost a year ago, we are sharing some of the internal learning, discussions, and changes we have made. The working group, including members and some partners, has helped us look inward to define, agree, and advance principles that center equity and inclusion. This […]
Since 2000, West Virginia has seen significant growth in the state’s community foundations by working with local communities to transform rural areas in amazing ways. This requires focus, creativity, dedication, and significant investment. In honor of West Virginia’s 158th Birthday, Philanthropy West Virginia presents Transforming Rural: Accelerating Community-Based Philanthropy, a new report on the state […]
On Friday, May 14, 2021, Philanthropy West Virginia’s member the Claude Worthington Benedum has announced the appointment of a new program staff member. Melanie Claxton has been named Senior Program Officer of the Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation. She will join the Foundation on June 3, 2021 and will oversee the Foundation’s grants programs in education. […]
Philanthropy West Virginia is pleased to announce the new members joining its staff team. This includes a promotion of team member, Kate Leary, and a new hire, Savannah Thomas. Philanthropy West Virginia recently promoted Kate Leary, formerly Operations Associate to Program & Engagement Coordinator as of January 2021. Ms. Leary joined Philanthropy WV in August […]
Philanthropy West Virginia launched their 2021 Corporate Responsibility Programs of Excellence series for companies advancing their work in corporate responsibility, giving, and foundations. This annual in-depth series delivers professional development and networking for companies, corporate foundations, and corporate responsibility leaders based in and/or serving West Virginia and central Appalachia. “Philanthropy WV partners with numerous companies […]
MEDIA RELEASE West Virginia Companies, Foundations & United Ways hear the Call to Unite & Lead on COVID-19 Response PRESS CONFERENCE RECORDING / Access Passcode: #Cp1m$VR Recently, Philanthropy West Virginia hosted a virtual press conference to highlight the collaborative giving of West Virginia companies, foundations and United Ways and their impact on COVID-19 response for nonprofit […]