Shenandoah Community Foundation 2024 Community Grants Awarded

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The Shenandoah Community Foundation has announced its 2024 Community Grants awards. This year, the Foundation awarded $65,600 to 30 non-profit organizations. The grants will support important and innovative programs and activities that reflect the Foundation’s six priority areas: arts and culture, civic affairs, environment, education, health, and family, child, and social welfare.

New to the Team

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We are pleased to announce the appointment of Rebecca “Becky” Stickley as our new Executive Director, effective August 5, 2024. Becky brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to our community in her new role.

$150,000 Grant Awarded to SCPS

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A $150,000 grant from the Foundation’s Bowman-Shannon Cultural Arts Fund was awarded to Shenandoah County Public Schools (SCPS). It will be used to upgrade and install advanced sound systems in all three SCPS high schools and support a range of activities, including musical performances, theater productions, assemblies, and other school events.

$50,000 Grant Awarded to CREW

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Shenandoah Community Foundation awarded a $50,000 grant from the Bowman-Shannon Cultural Arts Fund to Community Resources for Wellness and Education (CREW). The funds will be used to help renovate a performing arts center in the former Triplett School in Mount Jackson.