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Tucker communiTy FoundaTion
2012 AnnuAl RepoRt
Mike Kwasniewski harvests late season carrots for his Charm Farm CSA near Beverly, WV. local farmers are pursuing alternative methods of marketing their crops. tucker Community Foundation is helping.
COVER: the potential is there. lettuce seedlings greet the spring sun on the Proudfoot Mountain Farm in Belington, WV.
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Our foundation continues to expand its presence in the community. In addition to the main office in
Parsons, the Run For It headquarters in Davis is open and staffed year round. The newly created Preston Community Fund and our investment in the food and farm economy helps us increase our outreach and further our mission.
Patience, hard work and proven success built on civic engagement, community support, and personal collaborations have placed us on the radar of large grant making bodies.
In the fall of 2012, a grant from the Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation enabled us to establish the Potomac Highlands Food & Farm Initiative (PHFFI), an economic development project focused on food and farm production. Under the direction of Kimmy Clements, this project will encourage both agricultural and economic growth in the region.
The support of Benedum is an endorsement that motivates and challenges us. Their support is only possible because of yours.
The bulk of our support continues to come from donors who create and support endowed funds. Our donors are the cornerstone of our organization and the source of more than $5 million dollars of grant and scholarship awards.
Our foundation provides the kind of transparency and accountability investors deserve. Investors come in all sizes and shapes and so do our donation options. Keeping in line with our food and farm theme, we’ve engaged “Penelope” to lead the charge on our new feed the pig campaign (p. 31).
This report is a snapshot of our donors’ accomplishments. Our region is blessed by your vision and generosity.
Your humble servant,David Cooper
President’s Message
the Foundation serves Barbour, Grant, Mineral, preston, pocahontas, Randolph, and tucker counties in West Virginia as well as Garrett County in Maryland.
establish a fund that serves your community. Contact the Foundation office for more information.
Tucker Community Foundation Service Area
An autumn storm clears over the Poor Farm in Belington, WV.
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As the greater world experiences sporadic growth and decline, communities are increasingly looking inward for inspiration and solutions.
The Tucker Community Foundation sprouted in 1989 in response to a need in its namesake county. As the Foundation grows it puts down roots in neighboring counties–providing resources and encouragement to a wide range of philanthropic projects. The roots are the solution.
In 2012, the Foundation received a Claude Worthington Benedum grant to investigate the local food system. This project, which has been termed the Potomac Highlands Food & Farm Initiative (PHFFI) acknowledges the local growers as an integral part of building a vibrant local economy.
Good farmers are adept at reading the land and reacting to the weather. Their solutions are defined by the landscape. Some farmers pursue Community-Supported Agriculture (CSA) in which their shareholders pay a seasonal rate for a share in the farm’s harvest. Others are utilizing the PHFFI in order to reach new markets or add value to their crops.
By joining forces with the local growers, the Foundation seeks to nourish and strengthen its own roots in order to provide the most opportunities for the communities it serves.
Innovative communities prosper
tony Sfameni shows off his heirloom Sicillian fig.
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OUR MISSIONCreating opportunities for the communities we serve.
2012 TAblE OF CONTENTS
2012 HarvestMoney in, money out.
Endowed FundsGrants by area of interest, pages 5-19.Spotlight: Preston Community Fund page 6.Scholarships, pages 20-22.
Potomac Highlands Food & FarmMarketing growers–growing markets.
Uncle Sam’s birthday PartyRecap of the annual celebration.
UpdatesPrograms in progress.
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SnippetsQuick stories from the year.
Run For ItBig numbers from the big race.
Financial ReportThe numbers: TCF operational expenses.
2013-14 CalendarEvents and opportunities.
board of Directors & StaffNew faces around the office.
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the 2012HARVEST
$101,100 Kep & Alice Smith Trust Income
unReStRICteD InCoMe
pRoGRAM InCoMe
$4,400 $63,839
$26,410$2,500
$995 $7,230
$1,000 $2,937 $1,000
$75,000
$183,311
Run For Itentry Feesteam Sponsor supportRace Sponsor supportDominion GrantAdvertising Grant supportDivision of tourism MApp Grant
Feet Under Seats ProgramFamily Resource networktucker County Board of educationSt. George Medical Clinic
Food & Farm InitiativeBenedum Foundation
Total Program Income
$133,678 $8,856
$142,534
General Donationsuncle Sam’s Birthday party
Total Donations
DonAtIonS
$106,879 $78,600
$4,999 $5,000$2,500
$54,100 $258,331
$510,409
Run For ItCompetitive & Designated GrantsMini GrantsWV GrantmakersChallenge GrantsScholarshipsHarman Fund
Total Distributions
DIStRIButIonS
Warm the Children donationsHeart of the Highlands $75 - Donations$112,00 - uSFWS grant Friends of Mountain top library
Total Fiscal Sponsorships
$12,335 $112,075
$7,730
$132,140
FISCAl SponSoRSHIpS
A nonprofit, tax-exempt organization that acts as a sponsor for a project or group that does not have its own tax-exempt status.
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ANIMAl WElFARE
DonoRSMountaineer Humane
Society FundCruisin’ Critters team
Joanne pattersonRun Jeb, Run!
Jeannette Kinkaid
Total Market Value as of 12/31/12
Mountaineer Humane Society Fund**seed fund
$4,673
Endow a fund to create your legacy, honor the memory or life of a loved one, or to further a cause you are passionate about. Donors can create and name a fund for as little as $5,000 and take up to five years to fund it. Establishing a fund raises awareness and provides a destination for donations in support of the same cause. Endowed funds receive ongoing recognition through print media and online. Visit our web site to view the complete list of funds managed by the Foundation.
Endowed Fund donations are invested for growth and income, preserving the historical value of the donation. The income generated provides grant and scholarship awards based on criteria established by the fund advisor.
ENDOWED FUNDS
Some grant awards are supplemented with unreStrICted FundS.
Max Dubansky and his team of percherons prep the soil on the Backbone Farm in oakland, MD.
The goal isn’t to live forever;the goal is to create something
that will.“ “
- Unknown
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AREA
DonoRS
Preston Community FundDana RexroadDavid Moran
Mt. lions ClubtCF Match
Total Market Value
preston Community Fund**seed fund
$1,400
True to its mission, the Foundation is increasing its outreach by creating an opportunity specifically for Preston County. In the fall of 2011, the board committed a $1 for $1 match up to $5,000 for donations received prior to Jan 1, 2015 to endow the PrestonCommunity Fund.
Donations are invested, and once the fund reaches $10,000, the income generated will be available for
unrestricted grant and scholarship awards for Preston County. Representatives from Preston County will be appointed to advise the Foundation on how to best use those assets to meet the area’s charitable needs and opportunities. Establishing the Foundation’s first Area Fund is a pilot project the board hopes to replicate in other counties.
Tucker Community Foundation started this fund to provide a perpetual funding
source for Preston County projects.
The Preston Community Fund is an unrestricted
endowed fund that provides support for
nonprofits, community and economic development, educational services and other charitable causes in
Preston County.
thePreston
CommunityFund
Farm turkeys enjoy the fresh grass and summer sun on Stan and Sue Jennings’ farm in preston County, WV.
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CHURCH
Denver & ethel Raines Smith Memorial Fundnan parsons presbyterian Church Fund Richard & Mary J. Raines Harr FundValentine Family Fund
$7,296$6,677$5,900
$122,894
Total Market Value
DonoRS
Denver & Ethel Raines Smith Memorial FundSt. paul’s united Methodist Church
buena Chapel Churchfor sound system
$600
GRAntS AWARDeD
ARTS
DonoRS
Carl DelSignore FundCleta long History of Tucker County
book proceeds
Dutch Easton FundWarren & Carol Billings
Fresh Canvas teamMichael, Anne, & James Wardwell
John & Glenda eastonlaura & Mike todd
John Gerwig, IIIWarren & Carol BillingsBarry & nancy SweigartJohn & Melanie Richard
Alpine Festivalfor ArtSpring event
Tucker County Schools Music Programfor Pilot Learning project
Rubenstein Center Art Educationfor Tucker County student mural
$1,000
$800
$1,100
GRAntS AWARDeD
Carl Delsignore Fund Fred t. Busk Fund Garrett James “Dutch” easton Fund
$38,927$9,669
$24,361
Total Market Value
Mike ledden (left) painting during 2012 ArtSpring pHoto: tyleR HuFFMAn lynn Bishop’s antique 1948 tractor at ArtSpring. pHoto: luDoVIC MooRe
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COMMUNITY-bASEDCommunity-based funds serve a range of purposes and are limited to specific
geographic boundries.
louise Harman Fund Sarah thompson Kaemmerling Fund William M. Harman Memorial Fund
$30,484$140,545
$16,519,616
Total Market Value
Five Rivers Public libraryfor staff computers
Thomas Parks & Recreation board to pave walking track
$1,400
$4,650
Grants Awarded
William M. HarmanMemorial Fund
$118,503$34,875$42,000$62,953
parks & Wellness Centerparsons City Cemetery Five Rivers libraryCitizens of parsons
distributions determined by parsons city council
$20,000$26,453
$8,500$5,000$1,000$1,500
$500
parsons police DepartmentSewer DepartmentRaw water Intake pump RepairCorrick’s Ford trail Grant MatchFireman Homecoming Fair entertainmentChristmas paradeRailroad Depot Improvements project
$258,331 Total Distributions
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Tucker Community Foundation: They are absolutely key.They basically started us.
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Marti NeustadtBusiness DeveloperWoodlands Community lenders
Woodlands Community lenders
In 2012, the Foundation provided a $5,000 grant to Woodlands Community Lenders, a developing community loan and business support program that is responsive to local priorities throughout the region. To date the program has provided capital and technical assistance to a number of small businesses in Tucker, Barbour and Randolph counties. In addition to helping existing businesses expand, WCL has several start-up businesses in the pipeline. Foundation funds provided direct support for staff, training, and start-up expenses.
ECONOMIC DEVElOPMENT
terra Alta economic Development Corporation Fund$15,518
Total Market Value
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EDUCATION
DonoRS
John P. & Sarah Catherine Swartz FundJohn & Melanie Richard
Dehari FundAnonymous donors
Dehari Fund George W. & Marjorie H. Walburn Memorial Fund John p. & Sarah Catherine Swartz FundMargaret Kump Roberts Fund
$59,929$14,292
$6,040 $23,797
Total Market Value
Tucker County High School Marching bandfor uniforms and instruments
Kump Education Center
Tucker County Schoolsfor Pilot Learning project (p. 25)
$5,000
$1,100
$5,000
Grants Awarded
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EMERGENCY SERVICES
DonoRS
Donaldson – Corey FundDeerfield 74 team
Anne Cecelia SmithBarbara Raymond
James D. Jordan FundDewey & estelle RiceRonnie & Diane Beall
Capt. Karl patrik youngblood Memorial FundDonaldson – Corey FundJames D. Jordan Fund
$7,025$10,778$12,075
Total Market Value
Canaan Valley VFDfor emergency medical services
Tucker County EMSfor emergency medical services
Harman EMSfor emergency medical services
$700
$350
$250
Grants Awarded
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DonoRS
louise & Jim Cooper, Jr. Family FundJames & loretta Cooper, IIIMichael & Susan Wingfield
Carl & Carol Stark
Woody F. Nestor Memorial FundSt. George united Methodist Women
Thompson Family FundJohn & Melanie Richard
George & Mariwyn Smith FundGeorge & Mariwyn Smith
Diane Hinkle
Philip Warken Fundestate of philip Warken
blackwater Ministerial Associationfor general operations and food pantry
Warm the Childrento purchase clothing for children in need
Parsons Ministerial Associationfor utility, medical, and other assistance
First United Methodist Churchfor food pantry
Tucker County Senior Center
Central WV Center for Pregnancy Carefor safe cribs
Tucker County Family Resource Networkto reestablish and stock baby pantries
North Central WV Community Actionfor utility, medical, and other assistance
Catholic Charities of West Virginiafor food pantry
$6,800
$100
$3,500
$6,350
$350
$500
$1,000
$2,500
$2,000
Grants Awarded
GENERAl CHARITAblEPURPOSES
General charitable purpose funds are intended for one or more specific causes,
determined by donors.
George & Mariwyn Smith FundJohn, Kathleen & Sharon Syrian / Donald t. Goss Fundlouise & Jim Cooper, Jr. Family Fundphilip Warken Fundthompson Family FundWoody F. nestor Memorial Fund
$16,601$6,545
$19,464$465,493
$17,005$15,560
Total Market Value
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Kyle Weaner on his family’s farm in Moore, WV. He was instrumental in securing the Benedum grant that funded the potomac Highlands Food & Farm Initiative. Weaner, who has studied tibetan Medicine for the past 5 years in Bangalore, India, opened his own wellness center in elkins, WV.
HEAlTH
DonoRS
Harold & Ruth Shaffer Mountain Hospice FundDiane Rader
Barbara Hinkle
billie G. Armstrong FundCentral WV Center for pregnancy Care team
Vincent MazellaDeborah Krenzer
Dawn lopezthomas & Julie Kucer
David Hansford
Cortland Acres Association Fundelaine Roth
Billie G. Armstrong FundCortland Acres Association FundHarold & Ruth Shaffer Mountain Hospice Fund
$13,108$12,981$31,112
Total Market Value
St. George Medical Clinicfor HIPAA required document shredders
$750
Grants Awarded
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HISTORIC PRESERVATION
Bright’s Chapel Cemetery FundBuena Chapel Cemetery FundDavis Cemetery Fund Holly Meadows - long Family Cemetery Fundleadmine Cemetery FundMcneeley Cemetery Fund tucker County Veterans’ Memorial Fundutterback Family Fund
$8,186$6,819
$55,866$10,638
$7,419$44,523$14,668
$5,880
Total Market Value
DonoRSbuena Chapel Cemetery Fund
Juanita linkous
leadmine Cemetery FundAlston & patricia Helmick
McNeeley Cemetery Fundestate of Sharon C. Hott
Davis Cemetery FundHarold & Mary lee phelps
Margaret SiembiedaBuddy & elisabeth Harmon
Tucker County Veterans Memorial FundBuddy & elisabeth Harmon
Sharon Cooper Hott bequeathed more than $10,000 to the McNeeley Cemetery Fund. Her mother, Evelyn Swartz Cooper, five of her mother’s siblings, and grandparents, John and Sarah Swartz are buried in the Tucker County cemetery that borders the communities of Hambleton and Hendricks. Hott is a first cousin of founding member and president of Tucker Community Foundation (1988-1994), Sarah Minear.
Sharon Cooper HottDryfork, WV1930 – 2011
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lIbRARY & lITERACY
DonoRS
McClain FundMcClain printing Company
Mariwyn Smith’s Recipe Book proceedsKen Smith
Mt. Top library FundRachelle DavisMary Sue Witt
Martha BernardiHoward & Carol Wiles
Robert & Marcia lemon
pioneer Memorial public library FundJohn pill / Mt. top library FundMcClain Fund
$22,489$8,669
$14,148
Total Market Value
Five Rivers Public libraryfor staff computers
Mt. Top libraryfor vehicle for book sales & storage
Pioneer Memorial Public libraryfor handicap ramps
$600
$350
$1,500
Grants Awarded
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PARKS & RECREATION
DonoRS
National bank of Davis FundScott & Diane Hinkle
C. W. Pell FundJohn & Melanie Richard
C. W. pell Fund national Bank of Davis Fund Rubenstein / Schilansky Fund
$10,757$6,340$7,940
Total Market Value
Thomas Parks & Recreation boardto pave walking track
Friends of blackwaterfor trail sign
Challenged Athletes of WVfor winter adaptive sports equipment
Tucker County Fair Association for permanent animal pens
leadmine United Methodist Churchto build a pavillion
$350
$400
$1,000
$3,000
$3,000
Grants Awarded
SENIOR CITIZENS
Grant County Senior Citizen Fund$10,547
Total Market Value
the Challenged Athletes of West Virginia received a parks & Recreation grant to purchase winter sports equipment for adaptive athletes.pHoto: luDoVIC MooRe
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TCF OPERATIONS
DonoRS
Old Ridge Runner FundMark & Marsha Doak
Herman Hebb’s Old Ridge Runner book proceeds
old Ridge Runner Fund$13,296
Total Market Value
YOUTH
DonoRS
Thomas P. Patrick, DDS FundMichael Martin
Mountain top RealtyMegan Dzaack
Milan nypl
P. J. Zickefoose Fund John & Melanie Richard
Falling Green FundlaVerna White
Mark Ford & Jane RodrigueScott & Diane Hinkle
erica KraemerMichael & Barbara McInerney
Diane RaderMary Jane Wilson
Ridge Runners team
Falling Green Fundohio / West Virginia yMCA Fundparsons Kiwanis Club /J. Kenton lambert Fundp. J. Zickefoose Fund thomas p. patrick, DDS Funde. Kepler and Alice D. Smith Fund
$135,196$16,925$28,938$10,181$78,626
$6,283
Total Market Value
Tucker Co. 4-H JETSfor equine camp and trips
Our House Youth MinistriesDevelopment of a youth center
Randolph County Schoolsfor ski activities
$3,000
$2,500
$450
Grants Awarded
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the crew weeds lettuce mix on Backbone Farm in Garrett County, MD.
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DonoRS
Directors’ General FundDr. Wayne & Betty Spiggle
Kurt Rademacher & paula HallbergCarol & Steve Schimpff
tom, Catherine & Jacqueline DeScisioloJacob Barclaynancy DotsonRobert Fanslerlinda SpenceShelby CarterJoseph Hurley
Judith nicholsontCF Board of Directors
H. Dailey & belva Shaffer Martin FundFrank & Miriam Martin
nola DeVilderSheila DeVilder
Uncle Sam’s birthday Party Fund 2012 party proceeds
Citizens Bank of West Virginia FundDirectors’ General Fund H. Dailey & Belva Shaffer Martin FundMountain Valley Bank, nA Fund Robert W. & Sarah M. Minear Funduncle Sam’s Birthday party Fund
$6,297$60,119
$8,343$6,417
$14,179$5,000
Total Market Value
Foundation of Mon General Hospitalfor health screenings and education
Domestic Violence and Sexual Abuse Resource Ctr.for operations and domestic violence shelter
$2,000
$2,000
Grants Awarded
UNRESTRICTEDCommunity foundations are adept at maximizing the impact of unrestricted funds. they give foundations the flexibility to apply funds where they are needed most.
Donations to the Directors’ General Fund (and penelope) are unrestricted.
Unrestricted IncomeDistributions from the Kep & Alice Smith trust
$17,300$5,000
$20,000$20,000
$5,000
programming support for Run For ItMini- grant awardsGeneral grants Scholarships Woodlands Community lenders grant for operational support
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MINI-GRANT AWARDSTucker County Chamber of CommerceTucker County HI-YCanines for ChristFive Rivers Public libraryTCHS Golf TeamTCHS Health Occupations Students of America ClubMountain laurel learning CooperativeWV Highlands Artisans GalleryPreston County Humane Societylog Cabin QuiltersPreston County Caring CouncilYoung life West VirginiaPreston County Arts CenterYouth Health Services
$500$500$500
$89$330$200$500$500$240$250$250$400$240$500
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SCHOlARSHIPS
Kimberly Clevenger$3,000
Rebecca Ann Chenoweth Memorial Fundtucker County
Steven Drumheller$1,200
Harry & elizabethBoyce Fund
tucker County
Jessey Vandevender$1,000
Forrest G. Clark Fundtucker County
Kristin Ritter$1,000
W. Denzel & ernestine A.Kee Fund
tucker County
Katie Clevenger$750
Harold W. & Ruth F.Shaffer Fund
tucker County
Katelyn Gnegy$1,500
Joyce ColbertVeterinary Fund
Garrett County, MD
Heather Eye$1,000
Walter & Mary ShafferHelmick Fundtucker County
Alexis Fulton$1,000
Fraternal order of eagles Fund
tucker County
Grant basagic$1,000
Madeline R. & lester e.Miller Fund
Grant County
Steven Sponaugle$7,000
p.l. & elizabeth Cook Milkint Fund
tucker County
Christopher Owens$1,000
Robert W. Minear, Jr. Memorial Fundtucker County
Sierra Hagy$1,000
Kline, evans, Allison FundGrant County
Erin Dzaack$1,200
enos, Delbert H. & Shirley W.Carr Fund
tucker County
Kimberly Smith$1,000
Margaret Ann & James A.Grafton Fund
tucker County
brittiny Snyder$1,500
parsons High SchoolAlumni Fund
tucker County
Nicholas Nedrow$750
Harold W. & Ruth F.Shaffer Fund
tucker County
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Catherine Fiorini$1,000
Jillian Roberts & Matilde Villalobos Millennium Fund
tucker County
Michael Phillips$1,200
Joseph R. Steffl Fund Randolph County
Aaron Nester$1,000
Martha C. Sponaugle Fundtucker County
Sky Meador$2,000
Kep & Alice Smith4-year Scholarship
tucker County
Anna Patrick$2,000
Kep & Alice Smith4-year Scholarship
tucker County
lyndsey Nester$1,200
Michael Shahan Fundtucker County
Cassandra liston$1,400
General Scholarshippreston County
Cassandra Fultz$1,400
General Scholarshippreston County
Stephanie Murphy$1,000
pass through Scholarship:Ryan Gosa
tucker County
lauren Whitehair$4,000
Kep & Alice Smithtucker County
Most scholarship awards are supplemented with
unreStrICted FundS.
Additional Scholarships
no photographs available
lee Falls$2,000
Kep & Alice Smith4-year Scholarship
tucker County
Melissa Carr$2,000
Kep & Alice Smith4-year Scholarship
tucker County
WVU Davis School ofAgriculture
$1500lindsey & Addie Reed
Scholarship Fundtucker County
Weslet Wade Kidwell$1,000
orr Family Fundtucker County
Ethan long$1,000
Doug & Betty preble Fundtucker County
Tyler Huffman$750
Herbert W. Clarkson Fundtucker County
Susan Simmons$750
Herbert W. Clarkson Fundtucker County
Mary Noland$1,500
Dr. Mary Alice Klein Fundpreston County
Michael Upole Jr.$2,500
H. Max price FundGarrett County
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SCHOlARSHIPS
Total Market Value
lindsey & Addie Reed Fund Harry l. & elizabeth A. Boyce Fund enos, Delbert H. & Shirley W. Carr Fund Rebecca Ann Chenoweth Memorial Fund Forrest G. Clark Fund Herbert W. Clarkson FundJoyce Colbert Veterinary Fund Crimson Shamrock Fund*Fraternal order of eagles Fund Kline, evans, Allison FundMargaret Ann & James A. Grafton Fund Walter & Mary Shaffer Helmick W. Denzel & ernestine A. Kee Fundp.l. & elizabeth Cook Milkint Fund Dr. Mary Alice Klein Fund Madeline R. & lester e. Miller FundRobert W. Minear, Jr. Memorial Fund the orr Family Fund parsons High School Alumni Fund Doug & Betty preble fundH. Max price Fund Jillian Roberts & Matilde Villalobos Millennium FundHarold W. & Ruth F. Shaffer Fund Michael Shahan FundMartha C. Sponaugle FundJoseph R. Steffl Fund Gary e. Wilson Fund*seed fund
$32,612 $28,478 $25,412 $65,950
$7,355 $25,286 $27,919
$1,658 $23,503 $20,202 $15,385
$8,468 $12,959
$145,765 $28,959
$6,331 $14,627 $21,145 $31,941 $20,797 $51,417
$8,546 $22,101 $27,929 $10,820 $26,583 $11,048
W. Denzel & Ernestine A. Kee Scholarship Fund
John W. Kee
Dr. Mary Alice Klein Scholarship FundShirley & Frank Perozziello
Bob & Jeannette JenkinsJennifer Klein
Doug & betty Preble Scholarship FundSam Goughnour
Betty preble
Michael Shahan Scholarship FundMichael & Jacqueline Shahan
Joseph R. Steffl ScholarshipRichard & Shirley Steffl
John & linda StefflJulie Steffl
lindsey & Addie Reed Scholarship FundDavis Car Wash (tom & Robin Kalog)
Harry l. & Elizabeth A. boyce Scholarship Fund
Chris & Hilary BoyceHarry & liz Boyce
Joyce Colbert Veterinary Scholarship Fund
Jean ColbertAnita Wiles Fleming
Mt. lions ClubDavid & Darlene terlizzi
Margaret Ann & James A. Grafton FundJames e. & Marie Ann Grafton
Walter & Mary Shaffer Helmick Scholarship
Clara & John DoughertyDavid R. Stanton, Jr.
DonoRS
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Morchella esculentaCommon Morel; Yellow Morel; Molly Moocher. By any name, these mushrooms are one of the edible treasures to be found on farms and woodlands around the region.
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The Foundation received a $75,000 grant from the Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation to establish the Potomac Highlands Food & Farm Initiative (PHFFI); a multifaceted approach to promote and enhance the regional food and farm economy.
This is a collaborative project developed primarily by the Tucker Community Foundation, Tucker County Extension Service, Tucker County Development Authority and the Tucker County Convention Visitors Bureau.
Stakeholders providing support for the initiative include WV Food and Farm Coalition; Tygart Valley Growers Association; WesMonTy Resource Conservation and Development Project; Tucker County High School Greenhouse Project; Canaan Valley Institute; Rolling Thunder Farm; several local businesses, community developers and many other interested individuals.
The Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation has served West Virginia and Southwestern Pennsylvania since 1944 encouraging human development through education, economic development, Health and Human Services, and Community development in the region.
Food & Farm
pHFFI will focus on expanding production and sales of locally produced foods and promoting culinary tourism in West Virginia by:
• Expanding participation in the local food economy.
• Increasing production and sales by small plot growers.
• Developing a year round retail site based on food and farm products.
• Increasing exposure of food and farm products through a targeted marketing plan.
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Kimmy Clements, project Coordinator for the pHFFI, in collaboration with Canaan Valley Institute developed a Garden Start up curriculum and hosted a workshop for DteMS 6th graders for hands on learning. Students tested soil for nutrient levels conducive to plant growth and started seed beds for planting in their new DteMS vegetable garden. pHoto: tInA BonneR
Davis Thomas Elementary & Middle School (DTEMS) is developing a new strategy for engaging students and increasing academic achievement by developing a science, technology, engineering, arts, and math based curriculum centered on sustainability. Students will be involved in projects that focus on watershed health, stream monitoring and wildlife habitat. The curriculum introduces and enhances learning opportunities within the national forest, state parks and other public lands. The Foundation awarded a $5,000 grant to support the project.
local School gathers STEAM
“The goal of SteAM is to build proficiency in basic skills and grow our students into independent learners, critical and creative thinkers, and active and responsible participants in our global society.
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Dr. Eddie Campbelltucker Country School Superintendent
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2012 UNClE SAM’S bIRTHDAY PARTY
Master of CeremoniesChris Stadelman
Hospitality Table SponsorsGrant County Bank
Miners & Merchants BankMountain Valley Bank, n.A.
Citizens Bank of West VirginiaKingsford Manufacturing
Decorationspenny ellison of
Mountain Mist Florist
Event PlannersDonna patrick
Amy BarbDavid Cooper
Chris & Kelly StadelmanRob Burns
Photographers
Hilary BoyceJoel Wolpert
the Foundation’s 23rd uncle Sam’s Birthday party celebrated Independence Day by giving away $10,000 to ticket holders while raising $8,856 for annual grant and scholarship awards.
I think it’s a great fundraiser and I intend on using the money for my son’s
college education.“ “
Rhonda Clemplains, VAon winning the grand prize
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$400$300$200$200$200$200$200$200$200$100$100$100$100$100$100
Doug West Fred Meyertrudy DefoydRenee DiBaccoSpidermanRay & Roxanne tuesingMt. State expo Servicestimberline StablesDr. elaine MooreSherm JarrettWalt Ranallipriscilla & Jim FlanaganJean RuckmanKevin & Debbie WhiteRhonda & Hoot Helmick
CASH PRIZES
($1,000 each)Doug Milam
pam FryeMarsha Doak
Matthew ShockleyDoug West
SPECIAl DRAWWINNERS
Totally Tuckered TreasureChest Donors:
Titi Ferguson – Squirrel’s Nest StudioCanaan Valley Resort
Trail MixGerri & Bruce WilsonMountain Trail Rides
Blackwater Outdoor AdventuresMuttley’s DowntownThe Golden AnchorHellbender Burrito
Davis Ice Cream ShopBig John’s Family Fixins’
Blackwater BikesCanaan Valley Nat’l Wildlife Refuge
Timberline StablesSirianni’s Pizza Café
Timberline 4 SeasonsPerformance Motors
Mountain MadeWhite Grass Café
White RoomTip Top
Christmas Shop & MoreFlying Pigs
The Purple FiddleHolly Meadows GolfBright Morning Inn
SubwayBest of Canaan
Blackwater Falls
2012 JACKPOT
RHONDA ClEM$5,000 Jackpot
Richard WatsonI-pad & leather cover
Randy ColumboTotally Tucker Package
Ken SmithGreenbrier Get-Away Package
SPECIAl PRIZES
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2012 unCle SAM’S TICKET SAlES
Dick & Beth AdamsBruce & nancy Andersonlarry & Joan ArmbrusterJane Barb Douglas Barkerleo & Jeanette BasileKen & Diane BaumStan Beafore & linda VillaniRonnie & Diane BeallMitchell Beallliz BeallSusan Beall & Mikey Depettapat & Don BensonDr. Randy BlackburnMelissa BorowitzHarry & liz BoyceChris & Hilary BoyceJohn & Deborah BrownJane BrowningDan & Judy BucherJackie BurnsBruce CaldosCanaan CableCanaan Valley lawn & landscapingCanaan Valley ResortDanny & phyllis CarrDeby ChapmanMarc & Kerris ChenowethJoe & pam ChenowethVan & linda ChertavianChip Chase & laurie littleRhonda ClemBeth ClevengerDino ColumboChris & Kim CooperJohn & thisbe CooperJim & loretta CooperMike & Debbie Cooperpaula CurranceRon & Rella CveticanRandy DavisShawn & younge DavisArlie & Kathryn DavisRachelle DavisDavis Car WashAndrea DearbornMurray DearbornBill & trudy DefoydBilly & natalie DennisMike DeVilderSheila DeVilderRyan DiBaccoRenee DiBaccoButch DiBaccoDiggerMark & Marsha Doaknancy DotsonDouglas Falls B&BDavid DownsKaren edwardsendless Mountain tanningDenny & Betty Jo Feathertiti & John FergusonFirst energyJim & priscilla FlanaganAlice FleischmanSarah Fletcherora & Mary Fordpam Frye Dreama GatinsRobbie Gilligan & Chelsea RobertsRob & Karen GilliganRuth GordeukJake & pat GosaSaundra Goss
Michael GossSam & Amy Goughnouremily GoughnourGrant Co. Bankleroy GreenSanford GreenAdam & liz Gregory Mary & Bob Guglielmiterra HamrickMelody Heath & Hannah BecknerDavid Hansfordtim & leesa HarrisDelegate Bill HartmanDick HarveyMelody HeathJanie HedrickRonda & Hoot HelmickMichael & Diane Hensleyliz Herefordtom HeywoodScott & Diane HinkleBen Hinkle & lauren DempseyDan Hockmantad HolipskiHospice Care Corporationnick & Solena HovatterHarvey HuffmanDonna HuffmanKaren JacobsonSherm JarrettMartin JeffersonBobby Drinko & Jennifer neelenMark Josephtom KalogDon & Sheryl KinesKailyn Grace Kraemererica & Michael KraemerKathy KugleRon laneveMike & Jeannie leddenBob & Marcia lemonFrank lenzekJohn & Jody logarKati Machtleypat MaranoMike & Stephanie MarcusMike MartinDave & Sharon Matthewpaula McleanJenny MersonRobert MetzgerSusan MeyerFred MeyerDoug & Carol Milamnancy MillerDr. elaine Moorelowell & Donna Mooreelaine MooreDavid MoranJim & Katie MorvayDeborah MoweMt. State expo ServicesMt. top RealtyMuttley’slois nelsonMichael & Katie nicholasMilan nyplJudy parsonsJane parsonsperformance MotorsBill & Karen petersonJarolyn phillipsBill & Jenny phillipsMarsha Doak - picket patchpIMBy energy
Carl & Barb plumleyJohn & Holley plunkettMary & Bucky polingAlisa & paul polingWill postewaiteBetty prebleCarey prestonQuality Wood Worksed & Diane RaderJennie RainesWalt Ranallilisa RatliffDebbie RaynovichRandall ReedCary ReedDebbie RitterSkyler Roberts & Kim ClevengerKelly & Sandy RobertsFrank & Rachel Robertstom & Judy RoddSylvia RosenauFred & Sigrid RosenbergertR & Vidia RossJim & linda RubensteinJean RuckmanDoug & trina RumerJonathan Schafflernanette SeligmanRonnie & ellen ShafferChris ujvagi & Shannon AndersonDelegate Stan Shaverterry & Sue Ann SilkWayne & Mary SmithBill & linda SmithGeorge & Mariwyn SmithBonnie Swyter & Ken SmithJan SomervilleRich & linnie SpenceSpidermanSid SponaugleBud & lou SponaugleAmber Hamrick & Steve putnamBrian & Debbie StevensSherm & Mike Stinsonterry StoneBonnie Swytertable of JusticeJennifer taylorthe Breakfast nookthe Inter Mountain newspaperthe parsons Advocatethe Valley Kidsthe White Roomtimberline landscaping Caretimberline Stablestip top Café & RestaurantJohn tucciRay & Roxanne tuesingDiane WadeJames Wallacepaul Wamsleyteresa WamsleyRichard & Karen WatsonDouglas West Doug WetschKevin & Debbie WhiteWhiteyBrian & Chrissy Wilfongtom WilliamsBruce & Gerri Wilsonted Wolfe ted Wolfe Jrtom Zeitz
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2012 UPDATES
In the fall of each year, The Parsons Advocate asks readers to donate to Warm the Children, a program that provides winter clothing to children in Tucker County. All of the money donated is used to buy clothing; there are no administrative fees. In 2012, $12,335 was raised in donations. This money provided coats and warm clothing to 110 children. The program accepts donations year round. Warm the Children, c/o The Parsons Advocate, PO Box 345, Parsons, WV 26287.
Warm the Children
Feet Under Seats
The community effort to promote regular school attendance continued to mount with classes competing for year-end prizes based on attendance records. A public awareness campaign included print media, radio ads and social networking.
“ Attendance rates continue to improve each nine weeks. Through the first semester of the 2011-2012 school year, attendance rates have improved in every grade level for all tucker county schools when compared to the previous school year.
“larry McCunetucker County Attendance Director
Children ages 3-5 attending preschool and Starting Points Playgroups in Preston, Randolph, and Tucker counties took part in an interactive dental program that provided instruction on good oral hygiene. Parents received information on dental health and local dental providers.
The tCF grant was funded by the WVu Oral Health Initiative with support from the Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation and St. George Medical Clinic.
lunch box lessons
Heart of the Highlands
Trail building and trail improvement activities have been the focus for this organization. In 2012, two footbridges were constructed as water crossings. Construction was completed by a Student Conservation Association Leader Crew, fully funded by the Heart of the Highlands, with the support of staff from Canaan Valley Wildlife Refuge and Canaan Valley State Park. All program objectives for 2012 were met.
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2012 SNIPPETS
WV Grantmakers
Our foundation is a charter member of West Virginia Grantmakers (WVG), an organization whose membership includes family, private, corporate, community, and public foundations. The organization is a collaborative leader in creating partnerships and opportunities that benefit our rural communities. WVG provides a wide variety of membership services through educational programs and networking.
Development Director, Diane Hinkle, an active member of the WVG Programming and Conference Committee, was elected to the WVG Board of Directors for a three year term beginning Jan 2013.
Grant Writing Series
The Tucker County Development Authority, in partnership WVU Extension Services, Tucker Community Foundation and Piton Inc. hosted a three part series on “Identifying, Writing and Wining Grants” at the Thomas Education Center. Rob Burns (pictured)provided instruction on grant writing and panelist Diane Hinkle shared insights on what makes a grant successful. The classes were well attended and represented a variety of interests.
Run For It HQ
In addition to the main office in Parsons, the Foundation has committed to continuing its presence in Davis by keeping the doors open at Run For It Headquarters. Located at 737 William Avenue, the office is easily accessible for anyone wanting more information about the Foundation or the Run For It program. This additional space is also home to the Foundation’s latest endeavor, the Potomac Highlands Food & Farm Initiative.
“This space will allow us to continue to bring in new opportunities for our communities and help non-profits and various food based businesses receive support to expand their activities.
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Robert A. burnstucker Community Foundationexecutive Director
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Thomas Shelter Shower
In the fall of 2012, representatives from the Bernard McDonough Foundation paid a visit to Tucker County. They spent a part of the day touring the area to view the devastation left by Storm Sandy.
The first stop at the Thomas Shelter identified a project that fit with the McDonough Foundation mission of addressing basic human needs. At our request, New Historic Thomas filed a McDonough grant for $18,000 to build a handicapped accessible shower room in the Thomas Shelter. The grant was approved in December, Filler Construction started the project in late January, and by early March 2013 the shower project was complete.
Grant to Study Generational Wealth
The Social Welfare Research Institute at Boston College projects a transfer of wealth between generations of at least $41 trillion in the United States within the next 25 years. With the help of a $5,000 grant from TCF, West Virginia Grantmakers (WVG) will take the lead in marketing, facilitating and implementing a WV Wealth Transfer Study to establish a baseline and help identify strategies to help communities capture and maximize the benefit of that transfer.
Penelope
A piggy bank is an essential tool for development directors who hope to connect with the young and young at heart. Penelope serves to educate school age youth by demonstrating how endowments strengthen communities. Our porker is available for loan to other organizations engaged in fund-raising and she always willing to accept pocket change or large bills from anyone visiting Run For It HQ.
the winning name for the Foundations resident pig, penelope, was submitted by Hendricks resident eleanor nestor.
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Alison Kimble takes it down the home stretch.
2012 RUN FOR ITthe annual program that challenges everyone who can walk, roll, run or stroll to raise support for a good cause rose to a new level as a record number of racers lined up and raised a record amount of cash to benefit the region. thirty-three
teams generated $106,880 that was awarded to the causes represented.
Nathan DearbornRachel SpencerRodney CalviaCaroline MillerDick HoranDiane beall
team Hannahteam HannahBelington Bookaneersteam Hannahteam Hannahthe trail Mix
youth
Adult
Masters
2K WINNERS - $500 each
5K WINNERS
Sean Kimblelexi MoriciDerek bolyardAlison Kimbleluke FleischmanKatie WolpertJames ScheerPatty lewis
Directors’ General FundFresh Canvasteam HannahChallenged Athletes of WVAurora projectBelington BookaneersHickory RidgeDirectors General Fund
$500 $500
$1,500 $1,500$1,000$1,000 $500 $500
youth
Adult -1st
Adult-2nd
Masters
Entry fees, sponsor donations,and race day awards are
combined and distributed tothe designated cause.
TCF TEAM AWARDSTop Fund-Raising Teams Overall
Challenged Athletes of WV belington bookaneersRiverfront RamblersTeam Pioneer Fresh Canvas
$4,000 $3,000$2,000 $1,000
$500
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Riverfront RamblersFresh Canvasteam Hannah
Mt. top ReadersFive Rivers e-Xplorers
Tucker CountyCommission Awards
$1,000 each
team pioneerRandolph
Belington BookaneersBarbour
preston County Humane SocietyPreston
Garrett County MentorsGarrett (MD)
oak Dale youth GroupGrant
bEST of COUNTY$1,000 each
Mt. top ReadersBelington Bookaneers
team pioneerteam Hannah
philippi public library
bEST EFFORT - $1,000 each
HONORAblE MENTION - $200 each
Crossroads Churchparkinson’s Steady Striders
tucker RunnersGarrett MentorsRowdy Readers
Hunter RichIra Miller
bonita bostAlma WatsonTeresa StineCindy HelmickKaren begg
Diane RichardsAbbey EyeJoseph RichSue RuddGabriel Arevalo
2 months old95 years old
Ridge Runnersparkinson’s Steady StridersDeerfield 74Five Rivers X-plorersChallenged Athletes of WV
the trail Mixtucker Runnersteam Hannahteam HannahBelington Bookaneers
younGeSt /olDeSt pARtICIpAnt
2K luCK oF tHe DRAW - $100 eACH
5K luCK oF tHe DRAW - $100 eACH
OTHER AWARDS
Dave Rause enjoying the home crowd.
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RUN FOR IT CommitteeAnne Brown Wardwell, ChairShannon AndersonKelly StadelmanDavid CooperDiane BeallRachelle DavisDiane Hinkle Community VolunteersJoel & Katie WolpertDan & Jody lehmannAdam & Kadra CassedayMarcia lemon
2012 RUN FOR IT DISTRIbUTIONS
Challenged Athletes of West Virginia Belington public library Davis Riverfront parkHannah Friend Memorial Fundpioneer Memorial public library* Garrett ‘Dutch’ easton Fund* philippi public library Mountaintop library*Five Rivers library* preston County Humane Society Garrett County MentorsDirectors’ General Fundoakdale Church youth GroupFalling Green Fund* Central WV Center for pregnancy Care* the Aurora projectparkinson’s Research and therapy Heart of the Highlands Canaan Valley eMS*tCHS Cross Country team Canaan Valley VFD Mountaineer Humane Society*tygart Valley Community library Cottrill’s opera HouseHickory RidgeCrossroads Missions Mountain Hospice*northfork Watershed projectJoyce Colbert Scholarship Fundtucker Co. 4-H McClain Fund*Garrett Community College Students Quad County young life Remember the MinersJames & louise Cooper Family Fund*tucker County lepC Doug & Betty preble Fund*MountainMade StudiosGirl Scout troop 31687Warm the ChildrenBlackwater Ministerial AssociationSarah thompson Kaemmerling Fund*tucker County eMSAmerican Diabetes Associationemergency Services/youngblood Fund* Helvetia libraryBoy Scout troop 96Breast Cancerpolice & Fire Department
TOTAl
$19,692 $15,135 $11,015 $10,400 $10,346
$7,755 $5,195 $5,190 $2,798 $2,715 $2,000 $1,845 $1,550 $1,180 $1,075 $1,045
$945 $890 $815 $690 $675 $600 $563 $520 $520 $450 $195 $155 $140 $130 $100 $100
$83 $80 $55$50 $50 $30 $25 $25 $10 $10 $10 $10
$5 $5 $5 $1 $1
$106,879
*tCF endowed Fund
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tucker County CommissionShell Wind energyDominion powerSt. George Medical ClinicMettiki CoalWestern pocahontas propertiesCanaan Valley ResortRun Jeb, Run!Kingsford ManufacturingDavis Health SystemWendy’s of n. Central WVGreen RiversDave & edi VernonCn MetalsCitizens BankHCe, Inc. (Chris & Hilary Boyce)Mountain Valley Bankperformance Motorsedward Jones Investments (Chris Fry)Community Care pharmacyFirst united Bank & trustGarrett Collegetomblyn Funeral HomeJohn & Debbie BrownMiners & Merchants BankMonongalia General Hospital
Mountain State Brewing Companytimberline Four Season’s RealtyDavis Dentalteam one Chevrolet - Buick- GMCCanaan Valley lawn & landscapeChris & Kelly StadelmanDeerfield JJ and FrankieHinkle Funeral Homepicket patchScott & nypl CpAs, A.C.Grant County BankWest Virginia pavingDavis trustBest of CanaanSummerfield Funeral Homethe Republican newspaperDavis High Valley Realtylohr & Barb Funeral HomeJeff & Anita BarbtiptopWhite Grasstimberline landscape CareJones Insurancepiccolo paula’s CafféBig John’s Family Fixin’sAnonymous
Woodford oilDelegate Mary polingCortland Acres RehabilitationCortland Acres the nature of Carethe Ski BarnDiane and Ronnie BeallMuttley’s DowntownSirianni’s pizza CaféCooper & prestonCanaan Valley Institutelandis RealtyMountain HospiceHellbender BurritosDavid MoranRay laMora, IIISue thornResidential Creationstalbott Frame ShopMountaintop RealtyChris CooperBright Morning InnBill MaloneyBrian WilfongMeyer House B&BJonathan B. Robeson, esq.
RACE SPONSORSunrestricted funds allow the Foundation maximum flexibility to use where needed most. By dedicating $10,000 of unrestricted
money to the award purse, the Foundation leveraged an additional 28,600 from generous race sponsors. the $38,600
award purse is the largest since the race started in 2007. Race day awards are donated to the winner’s community cause.
In-Kind Supporttiptop Canaan Valley Institute Mountain Mist Florist Hinkle Funeral Home Boomtown Java tucker County Board of education Frontier Communications McDermott Woodworking Jordan Fennerpam Kelley
Advertising Grant Partnerstucker County CVBAlpine Festival Board
T-shirt and logo designeast West printing
Hospitality Tablelaurie little of White Grass Café
Support Services town of DavisDavis Volunteer Fire DepartmentWV Department of Highwaystucker County eMS tucker County e-911 WV State police tucker County Sheriff Dept.
Emergency Medical Services Shell Wind energy
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2012 FINANCIAl REPORT
View audited Financial Statements and IRS form 990 at tuckerfoundation.net
OPERATIONAl EXPENSES
Grants & ScholarshipsInvestment expenses
payroll & Benefitsprofessional Services
General & Administrative
totAl
$536,828 $51,313 $83,994 $12,826 $54,789
$739,750
2010
$623,237 $48,374
$103,557 $29,026 $79,121
$883,315
2012
$646,423 $51,122 $91,326 $25,011 $67,876
$881,758
2011
2013July 5
August 1September 20September 28
Uncle Sam’s birthday Party Grant Applications Available Grant Applications Due Run For It
2014February 1
April 1April 4
Scholarship Applications Available Start of Run For It campaign Scholarship Applications Due
EVENTS & OPPORTUNITIES
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2012 bOARD OF DIRECTORS
Officers & Executive Committee Members
PresidentVice President
SecretaryTreasurer
Member-at-largeMember-at-large
David CooperJames C. Cooper, IIIDavid MoranMarvin “Bud” parsonsDonna patrickDan Bucher
board Members
Shannon AndersonDiane Beall
Beth ClevengerRachelle Davis
Mark Doaknancy Dotson
Amy BarbSam Goughnourlyndsey nestor
Milan nyplKen Smith
Kelly StadelmanAnne Brown Wardwell
Staff
Robert A. BurnsDiane l. HinkleKimmy ClementsDave parkerAlma Fowler
Executive DirectorDevelopment Director
PHFFI Project CoordinatorOffice Manager
Senior Trainee
Youth Volunteer Representative
Samantha Burns
If we have omitted a donor’s name, please accept our sincere apologies, and notify us so that we can make the
appropriate corrections.
Samantha Burns of Parsons was elected to serve a one year term as a volunteer representative on the Board of Directors. She is a student and class officer at Tucker County High School. Burns brings a refreshingly youthful perspective on community needs and opportunities.
In December, Davis resident Kimmy Clements was hired as the Project Coordinator for the Potomac Highland Food & Farm initiative (p. 24). Clements is committed to promoting and marketing quality farm and garden products, helping entrepreneurial growers get started, and serving as a networking agent for local growers and producers.
Dave Parker of Elkins came on board in March as part time Office Manager working three days a week in the main office. Parker is part of the highly acclaimed Gingsangers band, well known beyond the Randolph County borders.
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though often overlooked, the Appalachians of West Virginia and Maryland have a strong tradition of local agriculture.
Tucker Community FoundationP.O. Box 491
Parsons, WV 26287phone: (304) 478-2930
fax: (304) 478-9966Rob Burns
the main office is on the 2nd floor of the tucker County Board of education Annex:
100 education lane, parsons, WV.office hours are 8-4 Monday – Friday.
Run For It Headquartersphone: (304) 259-5008
Diane [email protected]
the RFI HQ is located at:737 William Ave, Suite 3 in Davis, WV.
Potomac Highlands Food & Farmphone: (304) 259-5388
Kimmy [email protected]
