Philanthropy WV

11/02/2026

Thanks to our friends Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley for sharing this easy-to-read blog post about community foundations! Check it out below!

What exactly is a community foundation, and how does it help strengthen the place we call home?

From supporting local nonprofits to helping donors establish charitable funds, the Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley connects generosity with opportunities across our eight-county region.

Read our latest blog to learn how community foundations work and why they matter to the Ohio Valley: https://cfov.org/what-is-a-community-foundation/

11/02/2026

What a night, and what a reminder of the power of philanthropy. 💙

A few weeks ago, we gathered to celebrate this year's Spirit of Philanthropy honorees and the many ways they are making West Virginia stronger. We're grateful for everyone who joined us and helped make the evening so memorable.

Enjoy these photos from a wonderful night of celebration and community.

✨📸 Chris Gosses Photography

10/28/2026

Learn more about upcoming Medicaid Work Requirements at a session near you! If you don't see one happening locally, get in touch to help host!

Keeping West Virginia Covered: A Community Partner and Nonprofit Workshop on the 2027 Medicaid Changes

📆Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026
⏰10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍Hazel's House of Hope, 20 Scott Avenue, Morgantown

This workshop is FREE for nonprofits, community-based organizations, service providers, faith-based organizations, workforce and educational partners, healthcare and social-service organizations, and others who assist West Virginians in their communities.

What the workshop will cover:
🔹Who the changes may affect (certain adults in the Medicaid Adult Expansion Group)
🔹Exclusions and exceptions
🔹Ways to meet the 80-hour standard (work, school, approved training, and community service)
🔹What happens when coverage is at risk or ends
🔹How your organization can help individuals understand notices, identify resources, and navigate requirements
🔹Tools, resources, and real-world scenarios
🔹Next steps and available support

REGISTER FOR THIS FREE WORKSHOP TODAY!
👉Scan the QR code or visit https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/SYatv6qnxG

10/22/2026

That’s a wrap on the 2026 Philanthropy WV Annual Conference! 🎉

Last week, philanthropic leaders, partners, and grantmakers from across West Virginia came together to learn, connect, and explore new ideas for strengthening our communities. From inspiring speakers and engaging discussions to meaningful networking and site visits, the conference showcased the power of philanthropy in action.

Thank you to our attendees, sponsors, speakers, and community partners who helped make this year’s conference such a success. We are energized by the conversations, collaborations, and shared commitment to building a stronger West Virginia.

Here are some photos capturing our time together. 📸 We look forward to continuing this important work with you throughout the year!

10/21/2026

Important information about our state's needs

West Virginians have become much more familiar with Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) over the last year after a spring announcement from Governor Morrisey stated that several programs were facing potential cuts as a result of a structural deficit in the program. Residents around the st...

10/21/2026

We are always happy to share job postings for our members! The fabulous folks Beckley Area Foundation are ready to find the right candidate...check it out!

10/21/2026

We are still buzzing from all the fun last week! So pleased to share more photos from our friends The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation!

10/21/2026

Thank you to Matthew L. Evans, Vice President of Advocacy & External Relations at United Philanthropy Forum, for serving as our keynote luncheon speaker at the Philanthropy WV Annual Conference. Matthew shared timely insights on philanthropy, public policy, and advocacy, highlighting how the philanthropic sector can use its voice and influence to strengthen communities and advance meaningful change.

We are grateful for his expertise, leadership, and inspiring message. Thank you for helping inform and energize West Virginia’s philanthropic community!

10/21/2026

A special thank you to the Kanawha County Public Library for welcoming our Annual Conference attendees for a site visit! 📚

Attendees had the opportunity to explore this vibrant community resource, learn about the library’s impact across Kanawha County, and see firsthand how it serves as a hub for learning, connection, and opportunity.

We are grateful for the warm hospitality and for the library’s ongoing commitment to enriching the lives of West Virginians through accessible programs, services, and community engagement. Experiences like these highlight the important role community institutions play in fostering strong, connected, and thriving communities.

Thank you, KCPL, for sharing your story and inspiring our philanthropic community!