Investing in What Matters
Our areas of interest reflect a commitment to meeting essential needs, expanding opportunity, and building stronger communities. Below is a small sampling of highlighted awardees with whom we partner.
Food, Shelter & Clothing
Helping individuals and families access the essentials for a safer, healthier, more secure life.
Education
Opening doors to knowledge, personal growth, and lifelong opportunity through education.
- Regional colleges and universities including Bluefield, Emory & Henry, and Milligan
- Morrison School
- Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine
The Arts
Celebrating creativity, culture, and the artistic traditions that bring communities together.
Health & Wellness
Supporting access to compassionate care and programs that improve well-being.
Community & Civic
Strengthening local services and the organizations that make our communities better places to live.
- Local fire and EMS departments, police departments, and sheriff’s offices
- Bristol Humane Society
- United Way of Southwest Virginia
Children & Youth
Helping young people discover their potential through mentorship, enrichment, and supportive programs.
- Local YMCA and YWCA organizations
- River’s Way
- Boys & Girls Club of the Mountain Empire
The organizations listed above represent a sampling of highlighted awardees, not a complete list of Foundation partners.
Making a Difference Together
Interested in learning more about the Foundation’s funding process? Explore our application information and guidelines.
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