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The Forgotten Champions of West Virginia’s Pandemic Response

by Paul Daugherty, President & CEO of Philanthropy West Virginia Since the first hours the pandemic arrived in our state, West Virginia’s nonprofits have taken initiative, shown leadership, and provided continuous service from the local to the state level. The nonprofits range from food pantries to health centers, youth programs to senior services, community and …

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West Virginians recognized with 2021 WV Spirit of Philanthropy Awards

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 …

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Job Posting – Community Impact Director, Tygart Valley United Way

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 …

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Philanthropy WV Expands Team to Advance Mission

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. …

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Transforming Rural

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 …

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Benedum Foundation announces new Program Staff

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.  …

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Philanthropy WV is growing: Staff Hires & Promotions

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 …

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Philanthropy WV Launches 2021 Corporate Responsibility Program of Excellence Series

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 …

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