Washington County Community Foundation

The Close to Home Disaster and Emergency Fund has awarded a $5,000 grant to the Main Street Farmers Market to support its bonus token program for low-income individuals.

The Close to Home Disaster and Emergency Fund awarded a $5,000 grant to Genesis of Pittsburgh to conduct "Essential Needs Days" at its Washington location.

Health care workers are on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic, risking their lives to save ours. The Close to Home Disaster and Emergency Fund has given grants totaling more than $100,000 to three local hospitals and a senior care facility to purchase masks and other equipment needed for direct patient care.

Community Foundation Finalizes Its Charity of Excellence Initiative Which Included $150,000 in Grants
The Washington County Community Foundation recently finalized its Charity of Excellence initiative, naming Blueprints the winner of the top award which included a $25,000 unrestricted grant, and the Washington Area Humane Society as the winner of a $5,000 People’s Choice Award. The Charity of Excellence initiative was the cornerstone of the Foundation’s celebration of its 25^th anniversary in 2020.
Community Foundation Awards $50,000 to Greater Washington County Food Bank for Protein
The Washington County Community Foundation (WCCF) announced today that it has awarded a $50,000 grant to the Greater Washington County Food Bank to purchase shelf-stable protein for distribution to the more than 2,800 Washington County clients served by the Food Bank.

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