EIGHTY FOUR, Pa. – The Washington County Community Foundation (WCCF) announced today that this year’s WCCF Gives event raised more than $1.9 million for 152 local charities, marking a 7% increase over last year's contributions total and the highest number of gift designations in the program's history.
The seven-week campaign drew thousands of donors who made nearly 6,000 gift designations, demonstrating the community's continued commitment to supporting local charitable causes.
Monies raised through WCCF Gives are issued as unrestricted grants, providing critical flexibility at a crucial time for the sector. Unlike restricted funding that must be used for specific programs, these dollars allow the charities to address their most pressing needs, from covering increased operational costs to meeting surging demand for services.
“Together, thousands of individuals and local businesses have affirmed what makes Washington County exceptional: our commitment to each other,” said Aliesha Walz, WCCF President & CEO. “With nonprofits facing unprecedented challenges, the remarkable response to WCCF Gives demonstrates that Washington County residents will stand together, turning uncertainty into opportunity by investing in the charitable organizations that strengthen our community every day.”
The WCCF Gives grants total is comprised of donor contributions and $100,000 in prizes. WCCF Gives sponsors include: Washington Financial Charitable Foundation, Chapman Corporation, Alex E. Paris Contracting, GBU Life, Observer-Reporter, South Hills Toyota, and Coen Markets. Additionally, an anonymous donor generously covered the transaction fees associated with the contributions made through the online giving platform.
For details on prize winners, donations, and donor counts by charity, visit www.wccfgives.org
About the Washington County Community Foundation
The WCCF’s mission is to improve the quality of life in Washington County by promoting and facilitating philanthropy. In addition to issuing grants to local nonprofits, the Foundation provides free educational opportunities to help strengthen our local charities and hosts the innovative Community Snapshot website that highlights community needs.