Over $750,000 in grants and scholarships awarded since January 2008
$190,000 in grants and scholarships awarded in 2013:
- $65,000 in scholarships awarded to county high school graduates
- $47,250 in grants awarded to area non-profits as part of 6th annual Community Grants Program
- $31,000 in additional grants awarded to non-profit organizations from restricted grants program
Service Accomplishments in 2013:
- Annual report and individual fund sponsor reports prepared and distributed in Spring
- Development of public educational program
- Maintenance of website with Facebook, Youtube, video and other informational postings
Financial Growth in 2013:
- 24.69% net asset growth
- $2.492 million in assets at year-end
- 5 new funds started bringing the total number of active funds to 50
- $313,000 in contributions
- Operating expenses–$33,890
Community Outreach in 2013:
- Reception for 2013 non-profit grant recipients and May luncheon for Shenandoah Scholars
- Fall reception for fund sponsors
- Presentations throughout year to civic groups and donors about how the Foundation can help them reach their charitable goals
- Participation in 4-H Dairy Club Gallon-of-Milk Sale at 2013 Shenandoah County Fair