The Community Foundation of Fayette County Distributes $292,423 for “Fayette Gives”
January 5, 2021, Fayette County, Pa. – The first-ever Fayette Gives was held on November 12, 2020 and raised money for local nonprofits. Generous donors contributed more than $233,746 during this fundraising marathon. In addition, the Community Foundation of Fayette County’s (CFFC) $57,000 Bonus Pool increased these donations to $292,423.
“Many nonprofits were forced to cancel their 2020 fundraising events. The nonprofit organizations that participated in Fayette Gives were able to encourage donations through a new outlet, with safe and convenient check and online options. Thank you to everyone who supported this community-wide effort and made it possible for $292,423 to be distributed to local nonprofits, which will help strengthen Fayette County.” – Daniel Gearing, CFFC 2020 Board Chair.
Special thanks to the generous sponsors who supported the Bonus Pool.
Community Sponsors:
Mike Kelly Toyota of Uniontown
The Swimmer Family
Generosity Sponsors:
Charity Fund
Erie Insurance
Joy G. Huston
Humanity Sponsors:
The Eberly Foundation & Robert E. Eberly, Jr.
Fayette Legacy Partners of Janney Montgomery Scott
First Federal Savings & Loan Association of Greene County
Mid Penn Bank
Nemacolin Woodlands Resort
Somerset Trust Company
The CFFC is happy to see a positive response to this new initiative and plans to host Fayette Gives annually. The Fayette Gives website lists eligibility requirements and FAQs. Registration for 2021 is planned to open in March at www.fayettegives.org.
The goal of Fayette Gives is to engage the community in philanthropy and build a stronger Fayette County by supporting local nonprofits. Giving back and supporting those who help residents will always be important to CFFC, regardless of the ever-changing needs of the community.
