Record‐Breaking $500,000 in Grants Awarded through Community CARE Fund’s First Competitive Cycle

During a site visit, WCCF representatives heard powerful testimonials from students of the Literacy Council of Southwestern Pennsylvania’s English as a Second Language program.

Strong charities build strong communities. Of the total awarded, the majority of the As part of the new capacity building money was provided for either technology grants initiative of the Community CARE and software, or program expansion. The Fund (CCF), the WCCF recently presented largest grant for technology and software 20 local charities with grants totaling was for $35,000 and was awarded to the $500,000 — the greatest amount awarded Washington Area Humane Society to up- during any competitive grant cycle of the grade computer equipment, to purchase a ity Foundation, Inc. Foundation to date. specialized software package for humane The objective of the CCF capacity build- societies, and to purchase other software ing grants initiative is to help strengthen for marketing and donor development. the infrastructure, management, and Other charities receiving technology or governance of local charities so that they software grants include the Brownson may more effectively fulfill their charitable (Continued on page 6) missions. Lynne Stout Elected Chairman of the Board “The WCCF is a healthcare industry and a legislative aide dynamic organization to a former president pro tempore of the that truly understands Pennsylvania State Senate. A graduate of our community, its California University of Pennsylvania Legacy needs, and how chari- holding a degree in gerontology, she is a table support can im- Past President of the Alumni Board and pact lives locally. It is member of the Foundation for California my sincere hope that I University of Pennsylvania Board. will be able to make a Also elected as officers at the Annual meaningful contribu- Meeting were: Vice Chairman and Chair- Lynne R. Stout tion to this good work man-Elect Thomas F. Hoffman, Secretary in my role as Chairman,” said Lynne R. Richard L. White, and Treasurer Sandra K.

Washington County Commun Washington Stout, who was appointed at the Board of Guthrie. Trustee’s Annual Meeting. Thomas Hoffman is President of Carbon Lynne Stout is an employee of her fami- Communications Consultants, a corporate ly’s business, Atlas Services Corp., in and energy communications consulting Eighty Four. She previously served as a firm he founded in 2010 following a 36- social services coordinator in the (Continued on page 2)

Helping You Give . . . Close to Home

(Continued from page 1) Chief Operating Officer and Senior Executive Vice Presi- dent. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in busi- ness management from Waynesburg University. He is also a graduate of the Pennsylvania Bankers Associa- tion, Central Atlantic Advanced School of Banking at Bucknell University, and the American Bankers Associa- tion, National Commercial Lending School, Southern Methodist University. Michael Anderson, a certified public accountant and Thomas F. Hoffman Richard L. White Sandra K. Guthrie co-founder of Imperial Tax South Hills, is a member of year career in the energy industry. He holds a Master both the American Institute of Certified Public Account- of Science degree in geology from the University of Wis- ants and the Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public consin, a Bachelor of Science degree in geology from Accountants. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in ac- Dickinson College, and attended the Darden School Ex- counting from Washington & Jefferson College and is ecutive Program at the University of Virginia. enrolled in the Quickbooks Pro Advisor Program. Richard White, the retired President of Washington Debra Keefer is recently retired from the Mon Valley Federal (now Washington Financial), is a graduate of Regional Chamber of Commerce, where she served as the University of Pittsburgh. A Founding Trustee and Executive Director since 1997. She earned an associate’s past Chairman of the WCCF, he was recognized for his degree from Robert Morris College and is currently pur- exceptional, long-standing commitment to the Founda- suing a degree in communications from California Uni- tion in 2012 with the inaugural Richard L. White Excel- versity of Pennsylvania through the College Advantage lence Award for Board Service. Program for Pennsylvania residents. Sandra Guthrie is a partner at Guthrie, Belczyk & As- Michael Mackin is the Director of External Affairs for sociates P.C. in Eighty Four. She has considerable expe- Range Resources, where he manages a staff of profes- rience in public accounting for non-profit organizations sionals responsible for corporate communication, public and for-profit businesses. She holds a bachelor’s degree relations, and local government affairs. He earned a in accounting from California University of Pennsylva- bachelor’s degree from Westminster College.

nia and is both a certified public accountant and certi- For biographies of all the WCCF Trustees, visit www.wccf.net. fied fraud examiner. Also at the meeting, Patrick O’Brien was elected to return to the Board, while Michael Anderson, Debra Keefer, and Michael Mackin were newly elected as Trustees. Patrick O’Brien is President and Chief Executive Officer of CB Financial Ser- vices, where he previously served as Michael K. Mackin Debra E. Keefer Michael S. Anderson Patrick G. O’Brien Washington County Community Foundation Board of Trustees

Chairman Michael S. Anderson Andrew M. McIlvaine Lynne R. Stout Tammy L. Hardy Edward C. Morascyzk Vice Chairman Geraldine M. Jones Thomas P. Northrop Thomas F. Hoffman Debra E. Keefer Patrick G. O’Brien Secretary William M. Kline, III E. Alex Paris, III Richard L. White Michael K. Mackin Kurt R. Salvatori

Treasurer Barron P. McCune Brian J. Smith Sandra K. Guthrie James H. McCune Dorothy F. Tecklenburg

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William M. Kline, III Receives White Excellence Award for Board Service

Not many non-profits seek out volunteers with deep 1810-1830. The front parlor was historically a man’s do- knowledge of 19th century antiques. But the WCCF has main, and is decorated in a more masculine style of later unique needs and Trustee William (Tripp) Kline is just empire, 1820-1850. But telling the story chronologically the man to meet them. wasn’t enough for Tripp. He also wanted the house to Tripp was awarded the WCCF reflect the changes of season, so Richard L. White Excellence Award the heavy window treatments for Board Service. To explain why illustrate how draperies were he fits the criteria of an individu- used to control heat. al who serves as an exemplary The Music Room, decorated in member of the Board, whole- Rococo Revival of 1860-1870, was heartedly sharing his or her time, created following the donation of talent, and treasures to support a mid-century Chickering grand the Foundation and its mission, piano. “The Music Parlor utilizes you have to understand his a more feminine esthetic to reflect vision and passion for the spring and summer - everything Brownlee House. is light and airy and more light is The house, built in 1848, was allowed to come in.” given to the Community Foun- The furniture came from many dation four years ago by Bill and sources. Some was donated, Sandy Stout. It has been lovingly some purchased with directed rehabilitated using directed do- William (Tripp) Kline accepts his award from donations, but other pieces are on nations. The second floor houses WCCF Immediate Past Chairman Edward Morascyzk loan from the Washington Coun- the Foundation offices; the first ty Historical Society. “They had will host donor and community events. Once the gen- duplicates or things that had been in storage for years,” eral construction rehabilitation was finished, it was time Tripp said. “They also loaned us two portraits of the for the interior to come alive. Morgan family, since we don’t have any of the original WCCF Trustee and owner of Three Rivers Antique Brownlees.” Company Tripp Kline took on the task, but he did not The biggest challenge was the kitchen. “Originally, the want to merely decorate a house. “My experience in kitchen was probably outside,” he said. “But we wanted antiques allowed me to take a leadership role in telling to show domestic skills, which are so interesting.” Be- the story of the cause the house will be used for events, Brownlee house, “Like every house, this one will never be the kitchen had to be functional in a 21st decorating the century context. “We had to hide a finished. For years to come, I’ll be at an interior as it modern sink, microwave, refrigerator might have been antique store and I’ll say, ‘We need that for and coffee maker in cabinets and behind in the mid-19th the Brownlee House!’” ‐ Tripp Kline walls that look authentic to the period.” century in west- Kline, who became a WCCF Trustee ern Pennsylvania. We want to tell the story of the because he liked the wide range of causes the Founda- Brownlee family through the decades they lived here,” tion supports, is also a Board member for the David he said. Bradford House, heads up the Whiskey Rebellion Festi- Each room on the first floor is decorated in its own val, and is a player in the W&J incubator project. style, reflecting the passage of time. Tripp’s vision and “Like every house, this one will never be finished,” he dedication involved hundreds of hours, finding the right said. “For years to come, I’ll be at an antique store and pieces and fabrics. I’ll say, ‘We need that for the Brownlee House!’ But in The dining room, with its c. 1800 dining table and the next few weeks it will be about 90% finished . . . I get over-mantel mirror represents the Federal or Neoclassi- great satisfaction using my skills. It was a case of being cal period, 1790-1810. the right person in the right place at the right time.” The outstanding marble top console table featured in - Dorothy Tecklenburg the center hall reflects the American Empire period, 3

Kathleen Sabol Receives Louis E. Waller Humanitarian Award

When Kathy Sabol hears about an upcoming event port from the lawyers to contribute time to the commu- that interests her, she doesn’t think, “I’d like to go to nity. that!” Instead she thinks, “Do they need any help?” She brightens when she talks about organizing the Help – that’s what annual Sister-to Sister Summit, where 6th Kathy gives to so grade girls spend the night in Citizen’s many area organiza- Library being mentored by high school tions. If we tried to students and learning life coping skills. list them all there “This is very close to me personally, who I would be no room was at age 12,” she admits. “I want to help for her story. To list the girls learn to navigate, to stand up for the awards, includ- themselves, learn some self-esteem. Help- ing the prestigious ing one girl is worth it. I can stay up all Athena Award and night to help 30 girls.” Pittsburgh’s “Forty As a member of the Washington Rotary, Under Forty,” we’d she organizes the annual Trivia Contest, a need a separate huge effort involving as many as 450 par- newsletter. ticipants and scores of volunteers. “It’s so She’s a local girl – powerful – getting so many people togeth- Trinity High School er playing for charities.” class of 1983. Her Her goal is to do one volunteer activity undergraduate time per month: February was Empty Bowl, Judge Damon Faldowski and Kathleen Sabol at the College of March was Trivia, April was Sister-to- Wooster influenced her, especially the school’s empha- Sister, and then she realizes, “Hey, May is open!” sis on community service. She stayed after graduation Kathy’s contributions to so many aspects of commu- to work for the college, overseeing student projects. nity life in Washington County made her a natural re- But her most influential educational experience was her cipient of the Louis E. Waller Humanitarian Award, Masters from Harvard Uni- given to someone who is versity in non-profit admin- “See what interests you! If you like to read, devoted to the promotion istration, where she studied join the Literacy Council. If you like to go to of human welfare and the social policy, funding, and the movies, take some disadvantaged kids! Do advancement of social re- philanthropy. something you love!” ‐ Kathy Sabol form as evidenced by hu- Ready to take on the manitarian deeds in the world, it seemed like she was forced to take a step community. While she wouldn’t tell anyone to per- back. Due to a family health issue, she moved back to form all the community service she does, she thinks Washington to help out. Her first jobs were for mini- people can give back in many ways. “See what inter- mum wage, working for the Literacy Council and later ests you! If you like to read, join the Literacy Council. for Community Action Southwest organizing support If you like to go to the movies, take some disadvan- for homeless families. Those jobs set the tone for her taged kids! Do something you love!” future volunteer efforts. Her philosophy in life? “Things need to get done!” or For the past 21 years, she has been the Executive Di- maybe, “I don’t know what you do, but sign me up.” rector of the Washington County Bar Association and She admits her greatest strength is also her greatest the Bar Foundation. She receives unconditional sup- weakness: “I just can’t say no!” - Dorothy Tecklenburg

Save the Date Philanthropy Banquet Thursday, November 1, 2018 at the Hilton Garden Inn at Southpointe

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Dr. Mary Jo Podgurski Named Dr. Howard Jack Outstanding Public Educator

Most of us consider one or two people “our kids.” Dr. Mary Jo taught more than 750 workshops around Mary Jo Podgurski considers more than 230,000 the country and the world. students in Washington County “her kids,” and it all Here at home, her work has paid dividends. In the started with one pregnant 12-year-old. school districts where she She was working as a nurse when she has taught, the teen birth was asked to counsel a 12-year old in fos- rate dropped from 39 out of ter care. Dr. Mary Jo’s eyes were opened 1,000 to 12 per 1,000. to the reality of the child’s life, who was Dr. Mary Jo is the author street wise and cussed regularly. After of 32 books, including Me Dr. Mary Jo helped her through her preg- Too: Real Talk about Sexuality nancy and labor, she decided she didn’t for People of ALL Abilities and want another child to go through that. Inside Out: Your Body is Her life’s work became teaching teens Amazing Inside and Out and about sexuality, but “I was so naive!” she Belongs ONLY to YOU, a said. She thought if she just told them, “If program on child abuse pre- you don’t have sex, you won’t have a ba- vention for elementary stu- by” that they would listen. “I found out it dents. She is the creator of was much more complicated than that. The Nonnie Series – books for It’s about curiosity, loneliness, longing – children ages 8 and up on it’s not straightforward at all.” challenging topics, includ- Her research found a strong connection Richard and Dr. Mary Jo Podgurski ing gender, race, puberty, between poverty, abuse, and generational early preg- sexuality, and death. nancy. A teenage mother was often the third genera- In response to the #Metoo movement, she is currently tion to get pregnant at a young age. “They were hun- working on Nonnie Talks about Consent. gry to tell their stories.” For Dr. Mary Jo, supporting teens is a 24/7 responsi- The WCCF is proud to bility. She thinks adults would be name Dr. Mary Jo the “The best thing adults can do is get to well served to stop and listen. Dr. Howard Jack Public experience silence. These kids are wise – “The best thing adults can do is Educator of the year, listen to them.” ‐ Dr. Mary Jo Podgurski get to experience silence. These which recognizes a lo- kids are wise – listen to them. cal educator who has displayed the ability to inspire They have a depth our generation didn’t have. This children from all backgrounds and abilities; who has generation has unique challenges. They have a differ- earned the respect of colleagues, students and parents; ent wisdom.” and who is actively engaged in the community. Dr. Mary Jo’s early career involved working in For the past ten years, she has overseen both Com- oncology. “It taught me that no one is immortal. If mon Ground Teen Center, which provides a safe place you know that, you make the most of the life you have. for teens to gather and learn about becoming adults, The best way to spend my life is to create ripples – the and Teen Outreach, part of the Washington Health Sys- kids go and teach each other or parent well. I love tem. An internationally known expert in sex education, what I do.” - Dorothy Tecklenburg

Relive History! For photos documenting the Samuel T. Brownlee House’s incredible transformation, visit www.wccf.net.

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(Continued from page 1) House at $15,000, David Bradford House at $15,000, Donora Public Library at $30,000, Greater Washing- ton County Food Bank at $30,000, Leadership Wash- ington County at $10,000, Main Street Farmers Mar- ket at $5,000, Olivia Scott Foundation at $5,000, and Washington Communities Human Services at $15,000. Two other organizations received program expan- sion grants: Dress for Success who will use its From left to right: Jocelyn Lucsko, Jon Celani, WCCF Trustee $35,000 grant to purchase a mobile unit dedicated to Tammy Hardy, and Harry Sanders, Jr. took a few minutes to shoot some hoops during the Brownson House site visit. Washington County, and the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum who The Historical Society of Western Pennsylvnia/Meadow- will use its croft Rockshelter, Washington County Historical Society $25,000 grant to and the Washington County Library System each re- design and cre- ceived $25,000. The David Bradford House and Genesis ate interactive each received $10,000. exhibits. The largest staffing grant of $50,000 was awarded to Five charities the Literacy Council of Southwestern Pennsylvania. received plan- Additionally, the Donora Public Library, Main Street ning grants to Farmers Market, and Resurrection Power each received develop strategic $5,000 for staffing. plans, develop- Two organizations received $10,000 grants for auditing WCCF Vice Chairman Tom Hoffman receives a ment plans, mar- and financial reporting, the National Duncan Glass Soci- braille lesson from Washington-Greene County keting plans, etc. ety and Resurrection Power. Blind Association Board Member Frank Spina

EIO Fund Awards more than $45,000 to Seven School Districts

Thanks to the generosity of Washington John Marino, Financial Bank, a total of $45,010 in EIO Fund Washington grants was distributed to seven Washington Financial Bank County school districts: Avella, Burgettstown, Canonsburg Office Manager, visits Canon-McMillan, Fort Cherry, Peters Township, students at Trinity and Washington. The EIO Fund awards Canon-McMillan grants to innovative educational programs at South Central area public schools. Each district received a Elementary. grant of $6,430 through this gift.

Northwest Bank Contributes $50,000 to EOS Fund

WCCF Trustee Edward Morascyzk, center, accepts a $50,000 contribution to the EOS Fund from Northwest Bank Peters Township Office Manager Tyler Novak, left, and Vice President, Washington County Area Manager Christopher Claspy, right. The EOS Fund helps financially needy students, as deter- mined by state income guidelines, who reside within the boundary of a low-achieving school to attend a participat- ing nonpublic school or a participating public school out- side of the recipient’s school district of residence.

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Charity Focus: CASA for Kids Are You God? Kevin smiled from ear to ear. In that brief moment he touched my heart forever. I knew that I had made the A Page from the Heart of Giving Charity Storybook . right decision to become a CASA volunteer. Seemingly Thirteen-year-old Kevin was my very first case. His satisfied with my answer, Kevin retreated back into his journey through “the system” had video game. begun at the age of 10, when he was Additional confirmation that I found at a fast food restaurant had made the right decision to wearing only his pajamas. It was become a CASA volunteer October, but Kevin had no shoes, no occurred several months later at coat, and no parents to be found. In the National CASA Conference in the next two years Kevin would be Washington, D.C. With over 1,000 placed in five different foster people in attendance, a guest homes. speaker was sharing her experi- Sadly, I was not shocked to learn ence of growing up as a victim of that his home environment was sexual abuse and the impact of her deplorable. That is common for CASA volunteer. She said that she children in the foster care system. had heard CASA volunteers called But I was very shocked to learn that many things, but she felt that Kevin had never had any formal Norma Bouchard, former CASA volunteer CASA volunteers were “angels education before his placement in sitting on the shoulders of chil- the foster care system. At 10 years old, his behaviors dren.” Immediately, tears filled my eyes. It was as were that of a four year old child and his educational though she was speaking directly to me. level was that of a kindergartner. After four years, I am happy to say that this story has As I was preparing for my first meeting with Kevin, I many positive outcomes. Kevin has been living in a anticipated that communication with him would be therapeutic foster home with a loving family, and he is difficult; he was language delayed, emotionally delayed, making significant progress in all aspects of his life. I and developmentally could not be prouder of Kevin and his delayed. I was in- achievements. “No, I am not God. But I do believe that formed that he spoke Kevin’s smiles are much more fre- often in sounds only God sends people to us when He feels we quent today but each touches me as and was extremely need them. If you would like to think of deeply as that first smile did on the uncomfortable with me as an angel on your shoulder that is day we met. When I stood in front of making eye contact. fine with me.” ‐ Norma Bouchard the Judge as a new CASA volunteer, When we first met, my hope was that I might make a Kevin briefly glanced difference in the life of a child. Little up at me and then quickly returned to his video game. did I know that a child would make such a difference in I started to communicate with him but was very careful my life. to limit my eye contact. He spoke of the game, made -Norma Bouchard some sounds and some gestures. The conversation seemed like a game of ping-pong, and I didn’t know where it was going. Without warning, Kevin put down his video game and gestured toward the heavens. He looked directly at me Explore storybook.wccf.net and asked: “Are you God?” to learn more about the After what seemed to be an eternity (but likely was great work that is being just a few seconds) I responded to him gently. done by our local charitable “No, I am not God. But I do believe that God sends community. people to us when He feels we need them. If you would like to think of me as an angel on your shoulder that is fine with me.” 7

James H. McCune Acorn Society

Annual membership in the McCune Acorn Society is granted to professional advisors who have referred or assisted in educating clients, which resulted in a gift to the WCCF of any size that year. Special Legacy Membership* is reserved for advisors whose efforts have resulted in permanent gifts totaling $250,000 or more. Members have helped to bring more than $10 million in charitable gifts to the Foundation. Class of 2018

William T. Allison, Jr. Dennis E. Dutton Vicki King John A. Rodgers Kenneth L. Baker* Suzanne Ewing William King Kimberly Shoup Paul N. Barna* ** Damon Faldowski Cynthia B. Kotowski Brian J. Smith Neil D. Bassi Judge Thomas D. Gladden Warren E. Lemley, Jr. William G. Stough R. Carlyn Belczyk Brian Gorman Allan C. Lucchini Gary E. Stout Blane Black Elizabeth I. Guerrieri Barron P. McCune, Jr. Joseph Stromei Lisa Buday Charles R. Guthrie James H. McCune Deborah E. Takach John A. Campbell Sandra K. Guthrie Traci L. McDonald John C. Tecklenburg, II Mark A. Campbell L. Dawn Haber David W. Moore Thomas J. Uram* Michael Chaido Jim Haines Edward C. Morascyzk Thomas Vreeland Christopher Claspy MariAnn Hathaway R. Maureen Myers Kristian White Robert T. Cupp, Jr. Robert Hillberry Patrick G. O’Brien Richard L. White Jason Dalnoky Cary D. Jones Charles G. Peterson Mark G. Winiecki J. Lynn DeHaven Charles C. Keller* ** William D. Phillips* Judge John F. DiSalle Loretta B. Kendall Joseph M. Piszczor * Legacy Member Judge Richard DiSalle Susan Mondik Key James Proudfit ** Deceased

Members of the Acorn Society Class of 2018 at the Legacy Luncheon

Gary E. & Paulette Stout Joseph Stromei Charles G. Peterson 8

Washington County History & Landmarks Receives President’s Choice Award Without the help of the Washington ership of the Samuel T. Brownlee County History & Landmarks Foun- House, Landmarks Foundation dation, some of our community’s most Coordinator Sandra Mansmann significant places may have been lost discreetly helped to research the to time. historical significance of the build- The Landmarks Foundation is a pri- ing, deeming it “a jewel in the vate, non-profit educational organiza- preservation crown of Washington tion which encourages the preserva- County.” tion of buildings, structures and sites The President’s Choice Award, pre- that are deemed representative of the viously the Director’s Choice Award, culture, architecture, and history of has been given annually since Washington County, Pennsylvania. It 2008. The award includes a was created by a $25,000 bequest near- $10,000 grant from the Acorn ly five decades ago. The Landmarks Fund. Foundation’s 1995 publication, Pre- Mike Roman and Sandy Mansmann were The goal of the award is to assist serving Our Past: Landmark Architecture proud to represent the Washington County a small but improving charity the of Washington County, Pennsylvania, History & Landmarks Foundation way the Foundation was helped by continues to serve as a benchmark of its earliest supporters. Eligible knowledge upon which county history is built. Each charities are required to have an operating budget of year during Washington County Fair week, the Land- less than $250,000, have been in existence for at least marks Foundation hosts between 600 and 750 visitors to three years, and provide a program in one of the six are- the 1806 stone farm- as supported by the Acorn house where the organi- Fund – arts and humanities, “Although the focus of its quality programming zation is headquartered community improvement, edu- and maintains a research is in the past, the Washington County History & cation, environment and ani- library. Additionally, Landmarks Foundation realizes that it must mal welfare, health and fitness, the Landmarks Founda- embrace modern technology to ensure that it human needs, or religion and tion conducts various will be a community asset in the future. Therefore, faith-based. educational programs part of the $10,000 grant the organization will Applicants are judged on throughout the county receive as part of this award will be used to quality of programming, and oversees a Historical computerize much of its historic collection community impact as Landmark Program for and purchase accounting software.” gauged by the number of Washington County ‐ Betsie Trew, WCCF President & CEO people served, programs homeowners. offered, or other measurable The knowledge shared by the charity has proven to be component, and improvement in the organization’s fi- useful to many. In fact, prior to the WCCF taking own- nances over a period of years. Acorn Society Professional Advisor Testimonials “Our firm is very grateful for the work of the WCCF. It is the driving force for charitable giving in our community.” ‐ Joe Piszczor, CFP, Director of Financial Planning, ILG Private Wealth

“The people of SWPA, and in particular Washington County, have big hearts and want to give back to worthy causes. The WCCF helps to guide our community by educating donors who have a desire to give.” ‐ Patrick G. O’Brien, Community Bank, President & CEO

“The Washington County Community Foundation has been a valuable asset to the community and has provided a place to invest money safely for the benefit of citizens and investors. It has grown with wise and impressive investments by those who are charged with proven and careful handling of money. ‐ Judge Thomas D. Gladden, Retired, Washington County Court of Common Pleas 9

Making an Impact: Recent Grant‐Making $75,000 Awarded to Local First Responders This past April, 22 local first responder organizations received grants totaling $75,000 from the WCCF’s Range Resources Good Neighbors Fund. The grants will help purchase a variety of items, including breathing apparatus replacements, fire coats and pants, rain jackets, gas detectors, thermal imaging cameras, video surveillance camer- as, generators, laptop computers and hydraulic rescue tools.

WCCF Trustee Ed Morascyzk, center, surrounded by representatives from Range Resources and local first responders. Salvitti Family Fund Issues $50,000 Grant to Help CASA for Kids WCCF A $50,000 grant from the Salvitti Family Fund was Representative awarded to CASA for Kids to support its mission to Deborah Takach (left) advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected with CASA for Kids Executive Director children in the courts of Washington County. More Vivian Osowski than 80 children are currently in the program. Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA Receives $50,000 Grant Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA WCCF (DVSSP) received a $50,000 Community CARE Fund Representative grant to help build the organization’s capacity through Deborah Takach additional training opportunities and technology im- (right) learns about provements. DVSSP has been providing safe shelter DVSSP’s and support services to victims of domestic violence, technology needs their children, and their significant others since 1984. during a site visit.

$100,000 Grant Supports Presbyterian SeniorCare Network WCCF Trustees and staff presented Presbyterian SeniorCare in Washington with a $100,000 Community CARE Fund grant to help build the organization’s capacity through its Woodside Place Alzheimer’s Facility Capital Campaign. The facility will feature 36 rooms, open communal spaces for socialization, spacious dining areas, and a specially designed space for Adult Day services.

From left to right: WCCF Director of Accounting Michael Cyprowski; Executive Director of Personal Care and Senior Living, Southminster Place, Glenn Delich; WCCF Treasurer Sandy Guthrie; Washington Campus Senior Director Greg Malisky; and WCCF Secretary Richard White. 10 The beautiful stained glass window was part of the original Southminster Place building, which pre-dated the Presbyterian SeniorCare Network.

Post‐Secondary Scholarships Top $208,000

There is no requirement as to the location of the school or the field of study. Additionally, those selected to receive a Chapman Family Scholarship as a graduating senior may be eligible for up to three subsequent year scholarships, provided they contin- ue to meet the award criteria. Ten scholarships total- ing $30,000 were awarded to graduating seniors this year. The Sam & Bev Minor Fund annually presents a Kristy Budavich, Local Government Affairs Representative of MarkWest, scholarship to a graduating senior of a Washington center, with Friends of MarkWest Scholarship Fund II recipients County or Greene County high school. There is no requirement as to the student’s post-secondary edu- Thanks to the many generous donors who have creat- cational facility or field of study. However, being entre- ed WCCF scholarship funds, this past spring we were preneurs themselves, the thrilled to present a record-breaking $208,250 in post- Minors have established a secondary scholarships to 73 local students. preference for students who

These are just a few of the awards: have demonstrated the entre- One scholarship fund that supports students attend- preneurial spirit. This year’s ing certificate programs, as well as associate or bachelor award was presented to a degree programs, is the Friends of MarkWest Scholar‐ young man who runs his ship Fund II. The fund is committed to supporting edu- own lawn care business. cational endeavors that closely align with MarkWest’s Sam and Bev Minor with Since Bill and Sheila Black operations. Therefore, these scholarships are provided award recipient, Carter Popelas have dedicated their lives to to students pursuing a career related to the natural gas educating young people, industry or a degree pro- they are proud to help gram in the fields of Sci- students further their Sheila and Bill Black present Bailey ence, Technology, Engi- education through the Machesky with her award neering, or Mathematics Black Family Scholar‐ (STEM). This year, seven ship Fund. Scholarship students received scholar- recipients must be grad- ships totaling $28,000. uating students from

Created in 2017, the Avella or West Greene Ralph W. Young Family School Districts. Prefer- Scholarship Fund present- ence is given to appli- ed eight $10,000 scholar- cants wishing to pursue Ralph and Sally Young, circa 1987 ships to students from studies in agriculture, education, or nursing. This year, Bethlehem-Center, Char- two students received a scholarship from the fund. leroi, and Ringgold High Schools who are attending a public post-secondary educational facility within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Students eligible for the award must be pursuing a bache- lor’s degree. There is no requirement as to the area of study. The Chapman Family Scholarship Fund is the broadest of all the WCCF scholarship funds, as any high school senior graduating from Washington or Greene County is eligible to apply. Students must be planning to attend a post-secondary trade Jackie Campbell and Sara London of the Chapman family, seated from left to school, college, or university after graduation. right, with several Chapman Family Scholarship Fund recipients.

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