WCCF News

A new grant opportunity benefiting municipalities has been established through a partnership between Range Resources and the Washington County Community Foundation (WCCF). The newly created Range Resources Municipal Enrichment Fund, supported by a $50,000 commitment from Range Resources, is now accepting applications.

The Washington County Community Foundation (WCCF) is currently seeking applications from local nonprofits for grants from the GIVE Washington County Fund. Grant requests may be submitted from any nonprofit, governmental or educational institution providing charitable services in Washington County.

The Washington County Community Foundation has awarded $230,000 in capacity-building grants to 16 local nonprofits, providing support for projects designed to strengthen their programs, operations, and long-term stability. Capacity-building is defined as any activity that increases a nonprofit’s operational, programmatic, financial, or organizational maturity.

The Washington County Community Foundation recently awarded $5,700 in grants to three local nonprofits through its internship grant program, funded by the Three Oaks Internship Fund and the Betty Drach Internship Fund. The program provides stipends to student interns who are enrolled in accredited post-secondary educational programs and perform services for nonprofit organizations, helping both students and organizations grow.

The Washington County Community Foundation has awarded a $5,000 grant from its African American Community Fund to the LeMoyne Community Center to support STEAM activities for at-risk youth in Washington. About 60% of the youth the Center serves are minorities, with most identifying as Black or multiracial.

The Washington County Community Foundation (WCCF) is currently accepting applications for its second and final cycle of capacity-building grants for 2025. More than $200,000 is expected to be awarded in this cycle, with individual grants typically ranging from $5,000 to $50,000.