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WCCF News

February 1, 2024

In Loving Memory of Gwendolyn Simmons

Those of us who had the pleasure of knowing Gwen, know that our lives have been blessed - blessed by her beautiful smile, infectious laugh, love of community and the kindest of hearts.

January 30, 2024

WCCF Commemorates Black History Month with Grant Opportunity from the African American Community Fund

The WCCF is pleased to announce the availability of grants from the African American Community Fund in conjunction with Black History Month to promote and support the African American community in Washington County.

January 30, 2024

$200,000 in Grants Available for Local First Responders from Range Resources Good Neighbors Fund at WCCF

The WCCF is pleased to announce that $200,000 in grants is available this year from the Range Resources Good Neighbors Fund. Cumulatively, the fund has awarded over $770,000 to local first responder organizations.

January 16, 2024

Community Foundation Awards Over $155K in Lifelong Learning Grants

The Washington County Community Foundation recently awarded $156,206 in need-based lifelong learning grants, made possible by corporate contributions received through the Pennsylvania Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit Program and the Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program.

December 8, 2023

Community Foundation Awards $250,000 in Capacity-Building Grants

The WCCF recently awarded $250,000 in capacity-building grants to 23 organizations from a variety of component funds. Capacity-building is defined as any activity that increases the nonprofit’s operational, programmatic, financial, or organizational maturity.

December 5, 2023

Community Foundation Awards $170,000 in Grants to Public Libraries

Eighty Four, PA – The Washington County Community Foundation recently awarded $170,000 in grants from the Community CARE Fund to 11 community-based libraries in Washington County.