by Community Foundation of Fayette County | Mar 18, 2015 | Uncategorized
The Community Foundation of Fayette County (CFFC) has recently been reaccredited with National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations- the highest standards for philanthropic excellence.
We strive to support the causes Fayette County cares about from education to arts and culture to health and human services. National Standards says that we meet the most rigorous standards in philanthropy and is a promise to our community that we’ll continue to do this good work together, right here in Fayette County.
National Standards is not mandatory. We chose to go above and beyond by affirming our commitment to excellence and accountability. Our accreditation provides assurance that we have sound policies and practices in place. In short, it means we meet the highest standards for local giving.
To receive accreditation with National Standards, the CFFC submitted our policies and procedures to a rigorous review of 41 National Standards in six key areas of community foundation operations, including donor services, investment management, grantmaking and administration.
The National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations program was established in 2000 in cooperation with the Council on Foundations. For more information about National Standards, visit www.cfstandards.org
by Community Foundation of Fayette County | Mar 17, 2015 | Uncategorized
UNIONTOWN (March 17, 2015) —— The Community Foundation of Fayette County (CFFC) is accepting grant applications for the Chevron Community Fund. Applications must be post-marked by April 15, 2015.
The Chevron Community Fund is based at the Community Foundation of Fayette County. Grant requests from Fayette County non-profits will be considered in this cycle, and requests for projects of up to $10,000 will be accepted. Funding is focused on, but is not limited to, the following areas: STEM Education, Workforce Development, and Basic Human Needs.
Chevron, which holds regional offices in Uniontown, PA and Moon Township, PA, is one of the world’s largest integrated energy companies and a leading producer of Marcellus shale in the Appalachian Basin.
Since 2009, The Community Foundation of Fayette County has assisted Chevron with this strategic grantmaking program in response to the needs of this region. Since 2009, Chevron has awarded approximately $335,000 in a four county region of SWPA including Washington, Greene, Westmoreland and Fayette Counties. Over $258,000 has been awarded in Fayette County alone.
About CFFC:
The Community Foundation of Fayette County was founded in 1999, to serve the community through philanthropy. The Foundation holds the distinction of national accreditation from the Council on Foundations and was named the Outstanding Foundation in Western Pennsylvania for 2009 by the Association of Fundraising Professionals. The CFFC is widely recognized as an important regional charitable resource for donors and nonprofit organizations.
About Chevron:
Chevron is one of the world’s leading integrated energy companies, with subsidiaries that conduct business worldwide. The company is involved in virtually every facet of the energy industry. Chevron explores for, produces and transports crude oil and natural gas; refines, markets and distributes transportation fuels and lubricants; manufactures and sells petrochemical products; generates power and produces geothermal energy; provides energy efficiency solutions; and develops the energy resources of the future, including biofuels. Chevron is based in San Ramon, Calif. More information about Chevron is available at www.chevron.com.
by Community Foundation of Fayette County | Feb 25, 2015 | Uncategorized
The CFFC is announcing a new Matching Gifts Program. In an effort to promote philanthropy, the Foundation has set aside $250,000 for this program. Individuals, families or non-profit agencies wishing to create an endowment for charitable giving may be eligible to receive a matching gift of up to $7,500. New and current donors are welcome to participate in this program. We expect the funds to be distributed quickly, so contact the office today.
The Community Foundation of Fayette County (CFFC) was formed in 1999 to enrich the quality of life for all residents of Fayette County and to make the County a better place to live and to work. We accomplish this by providing support to non-profits and assisting individuals with their charitable giving intentions. The CFFC offers everyone an opportunity to impact the lives of others. The many Funds held at the Foundation were created by individuals from all walks of life who share a belief in giving back and a commitment to this community. There is a great value in giving.
For additional information on the matching gifts program, contact Clara Pascoe or Renee Couser at 724-437-8600, or visit the office at 2 W. Main St., Suite 101, Uniontown, PA 15401.
by Community Foundation of Fayette County | Feb 5, 2015 | Uncategorized
The Community Foundation of Fayette County, in partnership with the Fayette County Cultural Trust and DeOrio Strategies Group, is announcing a new program.
The Non-Profit Leadership Program is designed to be a low cost, intensive training course for those interested in non-profit management and board service. It will consist of a series of six workshops with the goal of creating new community leaders and strengthening the non-profit sector. The program will include detailed sessions covering leadership, board governance, strategic planning, grantwriting, non-profit marketing and financial management/ budgets.
Classes will be taught by non-profit professionals. Total cost for the six session course is $100 per person. All sessions will be held at the Connellsville Canteen, 131 West Crawford Ave., Connellsville, PA. Dates for the workshops are as follows: March 11, 25; April 8, 22, and May 6 and 20. Classes will begin at 5:30 pm with refreshments followed by the classes from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Classes are open to anyone with an interest in non-profits.
For more information about the Non-Profit Leadership Program, please contact Clara L. Pascoe, CFFC Executive Director, or Renee Couser, Director of Donor Relations, at 724-437-8600. To registration, please complete the Registration Form and mail, along with your payment to: CFFC Leadership Program, 2 West Main Street, Suite 101, Uniontown, PA 15401.
by Community Foundation of Fayette County | Jan 28, 2015 | Uncategorized
The Community Foundation of Fayette County (CFFC) is accepting grant applications for the Foundation’s upcoming grant cycle.
Eligible organizations must be non-profit (recognized under Section 501 (c)(3) or equivalent, of the I.R.S. Code), tax-exempt, and located in Fayette County, PA. The Foundation also considers the grant requests of organizations from other areas whose purposes and programs benefit Fayette County.
The Community of Foundation of Fayette County’s General Grant-Making Fund gives priority to programs in the following areas: Arts and Culture, Education, Community Development, and Health and Human Services.
Funding opportunities are also available through the Nelson Foundation Fund which focuses on projects and programs that raise awareness of Destructive Decisions.
The CFFC will also be accepting applications for The Charity Fund which focuses on Basic Human Needs, the Development of Self-Sufficiency and Projects and Programs Serving Women and Children.
Requests of up to $5,000 will be accepted. If the organization receives a grant, a grant report is required within six (6) months of receiving the award.
The Community Foundation of Fayette County (CFFC) also has many scholarship opportunities available to Fayette County residents. Criteria vary for each scholarship, such as the high school or college you are attending, GPA, or major. Some scholarships are based on financial need and others are not.
If you have any questions, please contact the CFFC office at 724-437-8600.