“The Community Foundation of Fayette County (CFFC) proudly serves Fayette County, with a strong network of donors and partners who believe in our mission. Together, we can build a stronger Fayette through philanthropy. We invite you to review this report to learn more about our impact in the community and the possibilities of charitable giving.” – J.D. Ewing, 2021-2022 Board Chair
The foundation created the Educate Fayette Scholarship Fund to award scholarships to students pursuing higher education. Donors who wish to support post-secondary students can contribute to this fund, as an alternative to creating a named scholarship fund. Donors will be recognized as Silver ($100 – $4,999), Gold ($5,000 – $14,999), and Platinum ($15,000 +) Sponsors.
You can donate by check or online through CFFC’s PayPal donation portal. If you have questions, please contact Renee M. Couser, CFFC Executive Director, at 724-437-8600 x1.
Fayette Gives is a “day of giving” to support local charities and engage the community in philanthropy. This year’s Fayette Gives is on November 9, 2023 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at www.fayettegives.org.
You can help make this fundraising marathon a success! Download the sponsorship form to learn more.
Based on your level of sponsorship, you can be recognized on the Fayette Gives website, Check Contribution Form, social media, e-newsletters, printed ads, and at check presentations.
Visit www.fayettegives.org to learn more, or contact the CFFC office at 724-437-8600 x1.
The Community Foundation of Fayette County (CFFC) is hosting the second Gala of Giving – Catalyst for Change on Saturday, April 29, 2023 at Seven Springs Mountain Resort. The event’s mission is to strengthen Fayette County through financial support of initiatives and projects that will aim to improve our community.
Individual tickets are now on sale!
Guests can enjoy a cocktail hour while they peruse the auction items, dinner with a brief program and open bar, live music, and an after-party. Online bidding is available for the silent auction, so guests can track their competition and make bids through an app.
“We’re excited to announce that Mike Clark, WTAE Anchor, will be the Gala’s emcee. Guests can look forward to an exciting evening packed with festive entertainment by the Kendall Brothers, an array of fabulous auction items, and great company. CFFC is grateful for everyone supporting this event,” said Renee M. Couser, CFFC Executive Director.
Fairchance Construction Company is the Presenting Sponsor for the 2023 Gala of Giving.
Platinum Sponsors: First National Bank, Gabriel Family, Specialty Conduit and Manufacturing, Sprowls Insurance Group, Wells Fargo Advisors (Jim Wiltman).
Gold Sponsors: The Braun Family, COE Distributing, Fayette Pipe Company, Ford Office Technologies, Gismondi Family Foundation, Joyce’s Jewelry, Mike Kelly Toyota, MountainCreek Properties, Neubauer’s Flowers & Market House, Pine Hollow Mechanical, Inc., Stoney’s Brewing Company, Mr. & Mrs. Joshua & Maria Swimmer, WVU Health Sciences.
Sponsorships are still available. If you or your business is interested in sponsorships or ads, please contact Trish Desvarro, Gala of Giving Event Manager, at 724-557-0820.
The Community Foundation of Fayette County (CFFC) is led by a board of directors, consisting of community members who volunteer their service and support. We thank these board members for their dedication to our mission: to help define charitable needs, connect donors with causes that matter to them, support nonprofit organizations, and invest charitable assets to make the community a better place to live.
Serving on the board of directors up through 2022, CFFC extends appreciation to Beth Casteel, Daniel Gearing, and Joshua Swimmer. The 2023 board of directors is as follows:
The Community Foundation of Fayette County (CFFC) offers nearly fifty scholarship opportunities for individuals pursuing post-secondary education. Scholarship applications are now available for the 2023-2024 school year through CFFC’s online scholarship software, which can be accessed from the Scholarships page at www.cffayettepa.org. The deadline to apply is April 30, 2023.
Applicants will complete a “universal” application to determine their eligibility for individual scholarship opportunities, since each has its unique criteria. Once they complete the “universal” application, applicants will see a list of CFFC scholarships they may apply for. Each application will have additional questions and must be submitted individually.
CFFC awards scholarships to graduating high school seniors, current post-secondary students, and adults wishing to continue their education. Some scholarships target a field of study, participation in extracurricular actives, or a specific post-secondary school. Each scholarship opportunity is made possible by donors who created a charitable fund to support local students in this way.
In 2022, CFFC made over 120 scholarship fund awards, amounting to $208,000.
Applicants can read more about CFFC’s scholarship process on the Scholarships page at www.cffayettepa.org. For questions about scholarship applications, please contact Mrs. Lee O’Neil, Scholarship Coordinator, at eoneil@cffayettepa.org.
