Johnson County Community Foundation

09/27/2026

🌎 Happy World Tourism Day from the Johnson County Community Foundation! 🌎

Today, we’re celebrating the people, places, traditions, and natural beauty that make Johnson County, Kentucky such a special place to visit—and an even better place to call home. 💙
From our Appalachian heritage and beautiful mountain landscapes to local businesses, community events, outdoor adventures, and the stories that connect generations, Johnson County has so much to discover and share. 🏔️✨
This World Tourism Day, we encourage you to explore your own backyard. Discover a new local destination, enjoy a meal at a hometown business, shop local, attend a community event, or introduce someone to one of your favorite Johnson County treasures.
When we support local and celebrate what makes our community unique, we help build a stronger future for Johnson County. ❤️

📍 What’s your favorite place, tradition, or hidden gem in Johnson County? Share it with us in the comments!

07/30/2026

GivingTuesday may seem far away, but it's time to start thinking about how you can participate this year! On August 19, we want to help Johnson County nonprofits start planning for their campaigns.

We invite anyone connected to a nonprofit in Johnson County to join us and the Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky for a virtual informational session and conversation about your invitation to join this GivingTuesday! Foundation staff will be sharing details about GivingTuesday as a global movement, the campaign, and why community campaigns work.

As an added bonus, any nonprofit that registers and attends will be entered to win a prize of $250!

To register, visit https://bit.ly/givingtuesdaysession.

06/19/2026

Today, we join communities across the nation in recognizing Juneteenth, a day that commemorates freedom, resilience, and the enduring pursuit of equality.

At the Johnson County Community Foundation, we believe strong communities are built when every individual has the opportunity to thrive. As we reflect on this day, we celebrate the strength of communities and the importance of creating opportunities for all.

Happy Juneteenth!

06/16/2026

Today, we want to take a moment to shine a spotlight on one of our amazing affiliates: the Johnson County Community Foundation (JoCCF)! JoCCF was established in 2022 with the mission to promote philanthropy and bring together people and resources to identify and address the needs of the Johnson County community.

From inception until now, JoCCF has awarded more than $240,000 in local grants and scholarships. Throughout that time, they have awarded grants to support disaster recovery efforts, food security, tourism activities, art, culture, and youth projects.

In just four years, the Johnson County Community Foundation has made a significant impact in the Johnson County community. Some of their accomplishments include:
• Building a permanent local endowment fund to support charitable causes in Johnson County.
• Opening two scholarship funds to support local students.
• Responding to the 2022 flood utilizing their Johnson County Crisis Action Fund.

Their most recent and ongoing project is Reseat the Historic SIPP! This project focuses on replacing all the seats in their local theater and providing additional funding for the renovation of the building.

JoCCF is run by a board of local leaders from Johnson County, including: Daffiny Trimble (chair), Dewey Bocook (vice chair), Connie Bayes (treasurer), Tammy Barker (secretary), Doug Pugh (emeritus), John Michael Laney, Jerry Price, Barb Pugh, Angela Taylor, and Jennifer Wilson.

To learn more about the Johnson County Community Foundation, visit https://www.appalachianky.org/communities/joccf/.

06/07/2026

Register today!

We are pleased to offer 3 FREE CLE credits (including 1 hour of ethics credit) in both London and Pikeville this year! Accountants, insurance agents, attorneys, paralegals, professional advisors, and more are invited to attend.

LONDON EVENT:
Presenters: Carter Ruml and Kristin Walker Collins
Date: Wednesday, June 17
Time: 12:30pm to 3:30pm
Location: Kentucky Highlands Investment Corporation

PIKEVILLE EVENT:
Presenters: Carter Ruml and Kristin Walker Collins
Date: Thursday, June 18
Time: 9:30am to 12:30pm
Location: The Troubadour

Special thanks to our sponsors for making these free events possible: Community Trust and Investment Company and Hometown Bank.

You can read details about each session and register here: https://www.appalachianky.org/2026-cle-registration/

05/28/2026

We are so happy to collaborate with Highlands Foundation Inc to support this worthy cause! Reach out if you’d like to join our community efforts through contributing to our local work here in Johnson County.

Johnson County Community Foundation Board members presented a $1,500 check to the Highlands Foundation for the food pantry matching program. Left to right, Johnson County Community Foundation Board member John

05/12/2026

Today is KY Gives Day, and there’s still time to support the “ReSeat the SIPP” campaign!

If you have not made your donation yet, we encourage you to support the Historic SIPP Theatre — a treasured part of Johnson County since 1932. Your gift will help replace aging seats and create a more comfortable, welcoming experience for future generations to enjoy performances, events, and community gatherings.

Every donation helps preserve the history, culture, and community spirit of this beloved local landmark.

Donate today:
https://www.kygives.org/organizations/jccf-reseat-the-sipp

Together, we can help write the next chapter for the Historic SIPP Theatre.

04/27/2026

During April’s Volunteer Month, we want to take a moment to recognize the incredible individuals who serve on our Johnson County Community Foundation Board.
Their leadership, vision, and commitment help guide the mission and strengthen the communities we serve every single day. They give their time, share their expertise, and lead with purpose—and we are deeply grateful.
Because of Daffiny Trimble, Dewey Bocook, Connie Bayes, Tammy Barker, John Michael Laney, Jerry Price, Barb Pugh, Doug Pugh (emeritus), Angela Taylor, Jennifer McCoart Wilson, and Judy Daniel (fiscal court liaison), meaningful change is not only possible—it’s happening in Johnson County.
Thank you for your service and for believing in the power of community.
Johnson County Community Foundation, PO Box 474, Paintsville KY 41240 online donations at https://bit.ly/JohnsonCountyCF

04/22/2026

Our community is our home—and caring for it starts with the world around us. 🌎
This Earth Day, we’re reminded that small actions can lead to lasting change. From protecting our natural spaces to supporting sustainable initiatives, every effort helps build a healthier future for all.
At the Johnson County Community Foundation, we’re proud to partner with local organizations and neighbors who are working to preserve and strengthen the environment we share.

Join us in celebrating Earth Day by giving back to the place we call home. Johnson County Community Foundation, PO Box 474, Paintsville KY 41240 online donations at https://bit.ly/JohnsonCountyCF

04/20/2026

Art connects us—across cultures, generations, and experiences. On World Art Day, we celebrate the creativity that lives in every corner of Johnson County.

From murals, community theater, and quilts that tell our shared stories to classrooms where imagination takes shape, art helps us see the world—and each other—differently.

At the Johnson County Community Foundation, we’re proud to support local artists, educators, and organizations who make our community more vibrant, inclusive, and inspired every day.
Join us in celebrating the power of art to bring people together.

🎨 Johnson County Community Foundation, PO Box 474,
Paintsville, KY 41240 or online donations at https://bit.ly/JohnsonCountyCF .