WCL Community Foundation

“Unique Boutiques...The Ultimate in Chic Shopping” is presented by West Chester ’s “Designs by Paolo and features a variety of artists, designers and specialty boutique owners from all over, who showcase their distinctive product lines at these type of events.
Non-traditional students from throughout the area have benefited for three years from a scholarship called Leading Individuals for Tomorrow (LIFT) Scholarship Fund. The fund of the Community Foundation of West Chester/Liberty, LIFT was started by the graduates of the West Chester Chamber Alliance’s Leadership 21 class of 2005.

“One of the most important aspects of this unique scholarship is the focus on individual’s barriers, rather than only achievements,” said George Lang, one of the founding members of the LIFT fund. “Many individuals have a commitment and desire to further their education, but due to a variety of circumstances in their lives, they may not receive traditional scholarships based only upon merit or pubic service.”

Non-traditional students include students of any age located anywhere in the greater West Chester area. Up to $5,000 is awarded annually to individuals from LIFT to be used for tuition, fees, books, daycare, travel, or other resources necessary to pursue additional training or education. The main goal of LIFT is to support as many individuals as possible and help them reach their fullest potential.

Tickets for the February 12 event are $85 per person and can be obtained from the Community Foundation of West Chester/Liberty at the following link online:http://www.wclfoundation.com/LiftScholarship.asp or by calling (513) 874-5450.

Foundation Provides more than $25,000 in Grant Awards

The Community Foundation recently awarded more than $25,000 in grant awards to local charities.

$3,000 was awarded to Companions on a Journey Grief Support to support their "Teens in Grief" program within Lakota Schools

$565 was granted to the Havelock D. Nelson American Legion Post 681 to support a purchase of a bugle and TAPS Insert

$1,700 was awarded to the Middletown Public Library to support the Early Literacy Station at the new West Chester Library.

$4,200 was approved to support the National Voice of America Museum of Broadcasting and their efforts to create a video that showcases the story and significance of Bethany Station.

$2,500 was awarded to support One Way Farm and their Animal Education Therapy Program.

$3,500 was approved to support Partners in Prime and their efforts to create an activity center at the old West Chester library.

Reach Out Lakota was awarded $8,000 to support their efforts in the community.

$2,500 was awarded to Big Brothers Big Sisters to support their "Sports Buddies" Program

$1,500 was awarded to Lakota West High School to support their "Common Cause" initiative.

The Community Foundation's next grant application deadline is March 12th. Non-profit organizations serving West Chester and Liberty Township should contact Melissa Benedict at Melissa@wclfoundation.com or 513-874-5450 for more details.

Power of the Purse Selects Companions on a Journey to receive a $10,000 Grant

On Tuesday, December 8th, the women of The Power of the Purse (POP) Fund announced the recipient of their annual grant award, Companions on a Journey. The Companions on a Journey "Teens in Grief" program will receive $10,000 to support their efforts of providing grief support to those students who have experienced a loss.Each year, members of the Power of the Purse Fund select a charity to support. The Power of the Group is a group of women from our community, who pull together their charitable dollars to make a larger gift and therefore impact to the annual recipients. . Each year, the membership nominates charities to be considered for the annual grant award. Finalists present their program to the membership for final consideration. Other charities that have been awarded grant by the POP include Girls on the Run and One Way Farm. The Power of the Purse educates, inspires and increases the number of women committed to philanthropy in order to strengthen our community by providing funds and assistance to women and girls. To learn more about how you can become a member of the Power of the Purse contact the Foundation, today.

Community Foundation Welcomes Sue Mahlock as Program Associate, Promotes Nancy Fister to Vice President- Finance

The Foundation is excited to welcome Sue Mahlock, our new Program Associate, to the Community Foundation! Sue is a former Human Resources Director with Hyatt and Stouffer Hotels in Chicago, DC, New York, and Connecticut. For the past 8 years, Sue has been associated with the Middletown non-profit, The Parent Project for Muscular Dystrophy, serving in the capacity of fundraiser, office manager, and business administrator. Fourteen year residents, Sue and her husband Bill have three children... Bill, a junior at UC, Maggie, a sophomore at UC, and Marlene, a freshman at Lakota West Freshman school. We know you will enjoy both meeting and working with our newest member of The Community Foundation team.

The Foundation's Board of Directors recently promoted Nancy Fister to Vice President - Finance. Nancy has proven herself to be a valuable asset to the Foundation over the past 5 years. The Board is thrilled to recognize Nancy's dedication and accomplishments. Congratulations, Nancy.

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Foundation News:

Foundation Provides more than $25,000 in Grant Awards

Power of the Purse Selects Companions on a Journey to receive a $10,000 Grant

Community Foundation Welcomes Sue Mahlock as Program Associate, Promotes Nancy Fister to Vice President- Finance

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