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Registration is LIVE for our Annual Conference Philanthropy West Virginia will hold its Annual Conference October 14-16, 2025 at Canaan Valley Resort in Davis, WV. Register today and join us for an incredible conference experience including an excellent lineup of speakers, opportunities to connect with other Philanthropy WV members, and to enjoy a scenic part […]
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Recent Executive Orders regarding a freeze on federal financial assistance have created significant uncertainty for many in our nonprofit community. We urge our elected officials to carefully consider every action related to pausing or ceasing federal funding. West Virginia’s philanthropy community is dedicated to the well-being of all of West Virginia’s citizens and we will collectively and individually step in to support our communities so all can thrive.
An open letter to West Virginia’s Federal and State Representatives Read More »
Philanthropy West Virginia Proudly Announces the 2024 Spirit of Philanthropy Awards Honorees The honorees for the 2024 West Virginia Spirit of Philanthropy Awards have been selected, based on their philanthropic commitment, leadership, and creativity in uplifting the Mountain State. This year’s honorees will be celebrated on Tuesday, October 22nd during the 2024 Philanthropy WV Annual
Stonewall Resort will host the Philanthropy WV 2024 Annual Conference Save the Date For Philanthropy WV’s Annual Conference Philanthropy West Virginia will hold its Annual Conference October 21-23, 2024 at Stonewall Resort in Roanoke, WV. We are excited to see you there, so please save the date! Registration for the conference will open on Monday, April 1,
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After a competitive nationwide search, Philanthropy West Virginia is proud to announce the hiring of its new President and CEO, Jennie Smith-Peers. Jennie comes to us from Iona Senior Services in Washington, D.C. where she has served as the Director of Development and Communications for the past five years. Prior to that, Ms. Smith-Peers was
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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
The Forgotten Champions of West Virginia’s Pandemic Response Read More »
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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As our name signifies, Philanthropy West Virginia values the love of humanity. Hatred, intolerance, violence, and racism are violations and outright attacks on humanity and our values. We are horrified, saddened, and beyond frustrated by the unjust killings of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and others. Philanthropy West Virginia stands in support and in
Our Commitment: Listening, Learning, and Leading to be Better! Read More »
Leadership during Uncertain Times: Leading with our values is more important than ever. Philanthropy West Virginia’s value of leadership through strategic partnerships is our commitment and practice. This week West Virginia’s many sectors are coming together to respond swiftly to the impacts of COVID-19 on our citizens, communities, schools, churches, nonprofits, businesses, local and state government,
Standing Up for Nonprofits – Leadership during Uncertain Times Read More »
What does Ocean County, New Jersey (pop. 601,651) have in common with Greenbrier County, WV (pop. 35,480)? There is more than meets the eye. Recently, West Virginia hosted the National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) Conference with national and state leaders from all across the country. This conference provided us an opportunity to
The Forum: Collaboration in Disaster-ful & Delightful Times Read More »