Fund for Ravenswood

04/03/2026

What will you discover this weekend? Our office is closed for the Easter holiday and will reopen Monday, April 6th. As eggs and moments of joy are found all around our community, we hope you discover something that brings you happiness.

When you’re ready, partner with the Foundation to support the causes you care about and share that joy with others.

Happy Easter!

01/26/2026

January 26, 2026: Due to inclement weather, the physical office for the Parkersburg Area Community Foundation is closed today. Their team is working remote and ready to assist you regarding the Fund for Ravenswood. Please call 304-428-4438 or email [email protected].

Stay safe and warm. We'll keep you updated.

01/19/2026

Our office is closed today in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. May we all find ways, big and small, to serve our communities today and every day.

01/17/2026

📣 Now Accepting Grant Applications!

The Fund for Ravenswood is now open for applications through the Parkersburg Area Community Foundation! Eligible nonprofit organizations and public institutions are encouraged to apply for funding to support projects that serve Ravenswood or directly benefit Ravenswood residents.

🗓 Deadline: March 15, 2026
🌐 Learn more and apply: www.pacfwv.com/grants

Stewarding donor gifts to meet the needs of area region.

01/13/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome Maribeth Saleem-Tanner as Senior Program Officer at the Parkersburg Area Community Foundation! She brings extensive experience in nonprofit leadership, grantmaking, and community collaboration across our region. Maribeth is passionate about strengthening local communities, building civic leadership, and supporting nonprofits.

Please join us in giving her a warm welcome!

Learn more about Maribeth: pacfwv.com/team/maribeth-saleem-tanner

12/24/2025

From our families to yours – we wish you a joyous holiday season! 🎄✨

📅 12/24: Office closes at 12 PM
📅 12/25: Office closed for Christmas
📅 12/26, 12/29, 12/30: Open during normal business hours
📅 12/31: Office closes at 12 PM
📅 1/1: Office closed for New Year’s

Thank you for being part of our community! 💛 Looking to make a meaningful impact before the year ends? Our team will be available to answer any questions and assist those wishing to make a gift before the end of the year.

12/16/2025

🚘 Your Collectibles Could Drive Change in our Community!

As classic cars shine in local car shows and holiday parades and collectors gather to admire craftsmanship and history, it’s worth pausing to ask:

💡What happens to the things we treasure most?

A single classic car or cherished collection could help fund scholarships, preserve local heritage, or invest in the future of your hometown.

Charitable giving isn’t just about cash or stocks. Some legacies are built in garages, stored in safes, or worn on special occasions, ready to support causes that matter most to you!

💭 What legacy could your collectible create?

Read our creative giving article:
https://conta.cc/3MDoqAv

12/08/2025

🎉 Congratulations to our Fall 2025 Grant Recipients! 🎉

Representatives from the Fund for Ravenswood and the Parkersburg Area Community Foundation awarded $104,420 through 13 grants to local nonprofits during our Fall 2025 ceremony at First United Methodist Church in Ravenswood. We’re pleased to support the organizations and volunteers who make Ravenswood stronger every day!

🌟 Community Action Grant Recipients

• Ravenswood Board of Parks & Recreation – $9,000 for a shade shelter at Veteran’s Park playground
• City of Ravenswood WV – $16,000 for operating support for the OnTrac Program (Downtown Ravenswood Partners)
• FARMacy WV: Prescriptions for Produce – $13,820 for FARMacy programs in Jackson & Doddridge Counties
• Hope House Ministries Inc. – $10,000 for operating support
• The Pilot Club of Jackson County – $10,000 for dental care for Ravenswood residents
• Read Aloud West Virginia – $11,600 to expand classroom readers & provide book bundles
• Ravenswood High School – up to $20,000 matching grant for creation of a new student courtyard
• Sleep in Heavenly Peace - WV, Jackson Co – $5,000 to build and deliver 15 fully furnished beds for local children

👏 Caught Doing Good Award Recipients

• Ravenswood High School Boys Basketball Team – $1,000 in recognition of Coach Price
• Ravenswood High School Girls Basketball Team – $1,000 in recognition of Coach Varney
• Ravenswood High School – $1,000 honoring Jason Knopp and student volunteers
• Ravenswood Adopt-A-Family Program – $3,000 for holiday assistance
• Operation Fancy Free Inc. – $3,000 recognizing Kathy and Brian Stone’s volunteer efforts

These grants empower organizations and volunteers who are creating lasting, positive change in Ravenswood. Since 2019, the Fund for Ravenswood has invested $782,677 into projects that uplift our community. 💙

Learn more or support the Fund at pacfwv.com.

12/02/2025

🌟 On , we celebrate how acts of generosity can strengthen communities everywhere. 🌟

The 2025 Community Sponsors Campaign is underway, and we invite you to be part of this year’s collective impact. This is our one annual appeal, a meaningful way to say, “We believe in the vital work you do and want it to continue forever!”

Your support helps us:
✅ Strengthen our region
✅ Support essential programs across 11 counties in WV and OH
✅ Respond to emerging community needs with care and confidence

💡 Gifts allow our growing team to focus on resourcing stakeholders and the community, while over 99% of donated dollars go directly to the students and nonprofits we serve.

➡️ Be a Community Sponsor. Help us build a stronger tomorrow — together. Give + learn more: https://pacfwv.com/funds/community-sponsors-fund

12/01/2025

🎓 Attention Students!
The 2026 Scholarship Application is NOW OPEN! 📝

✅ One easy application for hundreds of scholarships
✅ Funding for trades, associate, bachelor’s & more
✅ Deadline: Feb 28, 2026

📌 Tip: Start today — complete your FAFSA, gather transcripts & essays, and plan your applications! Be sure to check out our new PDF checklist to make sure you have everything you need.

Learn more and apply now 👉 https://pacfwv.com/news/pacf-seeks-scholarship-applicants

11/26/2025

🍂 Our office will be closed Thursday and Friday for Thanksgiving!

This year, we had some fun with the trend of imagining our team as our favorite Thanksgiving dishes.

Each of us plays a special role in supporting our community, and together we make the perfect "feast" of generosity, service, and impact.

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at the PACF! 💛