SCF Vice President, Dr. Jake Haun and President, Jeff Dalke at Foundation’s Annual Event
Over $1.15 Million in Grants and Scholarships Awarded since January 2008
$152,000 in grants and scholarships awarded in 2016:
- $79,000 in scholarships awarded to county high school graduates
- $46,000 in community grants awarded to area non-profits serving Shenandoah Count
- $27,000 in additional grants awarded to non-profit organizations from other grants programs
Financial Growth in 2016:
- 12.05% net asset growth
- $3.189 million in assets at year-end
- $283,000 in contributions for year
- $41,950 in operating expenses
- Total number of active funds at year-end: 58
Community Outreach in 2016:
- May luncheon for Shenandoah Scholars
- September participation in 4-H Dairy Club Gallon-of-Milk Sale
- October reception for fund sponsors and friends
- Organization of new Development Committee to increase community awareness of Foundation and adoption of marketing plan
- Development of new print advertisement program
- Presentations throughout year to county professionals, civic groups and donors
Service Accomplishments in 2016:
- Transition to new updated website with Facebook, Youtube, video and other informational postings
- Spring distribution of annual report and individual fund sponsor reports
- Transcription of interviews with early founders, directors, fund sponsors, donors and grantees to preserve Foundation history
- Enhanced education of board and staff members with assistance of JMU educators and special workshops
- Addition of two new board members