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Food for Preston adapts to 15% demand increase, anticipates an even greater need this academic year
According to WVU’s Science and Technology Note, West Virginia experiences the highest rates of food insecurity in the country. Food assistance programs are proven to combat food […]
Art at Ridge Way Farm to uplift Appalachian artists, support veteran-oriented service dog program
The idea was planted at a botanical garden in Phoenix, Ariz., but will blossom thousands of miles away at a 30-acre community-oriented farm in Cheat Lake. During […]
Christian Help to showcase its variety of community support services with public tours
Upon consulting with the community and discovering that many aren’t aware of the true expanse of its many services, local support hub Christian Help will host a […]
Local animal rescue’s annual craft fair benefits cats in need
The foster-based animal rescue covering Monongalia and Preston counties, Homeward Bound West Virginia (HBWV) has its annual Fall Arts, Crafts and Vendor Fair set for 11 a.m.-3 […]
Local Goodwill locations lessen environmental footprint, break down barriers to employment
According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, some of the largest sources of municipal solid waste include clothing, furniture, footwear and other nondurable goods like bedding. […]
New executive director takes the helm at Empty Bowls Monongalia
MORGANTOWN — There are some recent developments at Empty Bowls Monongalia. The nonprofit, arts-based organization committed to raising money to alleviate hunger in Monongalia County and promote […]
Estimated 1 in 4 community members receive support
Happy New Year! We hope 2021 will prove to be a better year for everyone than the last. With the changing of the calendar, many people are […]
Healing those who serve: Project Healing Waters brings peace to wounded combat veterans with fly fishing
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. — What can we give to someone who’s risked it all overseas? The answer is simple for Parkersburg resident Bubba Holt: Healing. “Healing Waters had […]
Filling the Giver’s Hand
YCF awards almost $26K to assist nonprofits during COVID-19 Your Community Foundation of North Central West Virginia Inc. awarded 11 more grants totaling $25,870 to assist nonprofits in […]
