Fundraising Builds Community
Fundraising Builds Community
It all starts with purpose. All fundraising events need the kernel of a great idea, but the decision to undertake the huge amount of work needed to pull it off depends on why you do it. Bounty on the Bricks is an event to raise dollars to feed people. In our region of Appalachia, some […]
Read MoreLeadership Athens County Class of 2016 – 2017 Graduates
Leadership Athens County Class of 2016 – 2017 Graduates
Congratulations to the Leadership Athens County Class of 2016-2017! This year’s class of 24 individuals from various backgrounds brought perspectives on how we can work together to address important community issues here in Athens County. As with years prior, they explored our area’s economic, political, social and cultural landscapes through discussions, tours, simulations, and conversations with community leaders. They […]
Read MoreAda Woodson Adams received the 2017 Foster B. Cornwell Award
Ada Woodson Adams received the 2017 Foster B. Cornwell Award
On May 11, 2017, the Athens County Foundation recognized Ada Woodson Adams for her lifetime of service to the community and to philanthropy by selecting her for this year’s Foster B. Cornwell award. Adams was born in Nelsonville, Ohio, and is an alumna of Ohio University where she earned a B.S. in Education. Early in […]
Read MoreHosting a Community Conversation
Hosting a Community Conversation
Change is hard for most of us. My community is particularly challenged by change. In fact, in one recent issue of our local newspaper three stories ran that amplified the voice of a few loud citizens who opposed three separate new proposals in our community. In our communities and even our country conversations with those […]
Read More2017 Spring Grants
2017 Spring Grants
The Athens County Foundation will host their 2017 Spring Donor Celebration on Thursday, May 11, 2017, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM. (Add to Calendar) at The Lodge at Hocking College located at 15770 SR 691, Nelsonville, OH 45764. We will honor the Foster B. Cornwell Person of the Year and award our Spring grants in partnership with […]
Read MoreJanalee Stock Named 2017 Woman of the Year
Janalee Stock Named 2017 Woman of the Year
Janalee Stock was recently named the 2017 Woman of the Year by the Women’s Fund of the Athens County Foundation. Stock a retired Athens City Schools nurse and community activist was nominated by Rebecca Robinson – Miller and Andrea Reik. She will receive the Woman of the Year award for her courageous voice. She makes […]
Read MoreNEW FUND – William Beale Legacy Fund
NEW FUND – William Beale Legacy Fund
The family of William Beale announces the creation of the William Beale Legacy Fund at the Athens County Foundation. The new $150,000 fund will be used for investment in direct carbon footprint reduction innovations, including startups, discrete projects, and services. Carol Beale said, “I’m pleased with this opportunity to keep my husband’s passion and vision […]
Read MoreAthens County Foundation to host Fundraising for Non-Profit Boards Training
Athens County Foundation to host Fundraising for Non-Profit Boards Training
Fundraising for Boards 2.0: The Plan! On April 13th, 2017 from 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm at the Dairy Barn, join seasoned experts Libby Villavicencio and Susan Urano for a glass of wine and a bite to eat as they walk you through writing your own comprehensive fundraising plan. What are the components of a plan? Who […]
Read MoreWomen’s Fund Hosting 2017 Spring Luncheon
Women’s Fund Hosting 2017 Spring Luncheon
Join the Women’s Fund of the Athens County Foundation at their 2017 Spring Luncheon on Tuesday, April 11, 2017 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM EDT Add to Calendar at the Athens Country Club, 7606 Country Club Rd. Athens, OH 45701. The Advisory Board of the Women’s Fund will share updates on their grantees, goal progress, as […]
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