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Bernard McDonough Foundation Founded in 1962 Total Grantmaking in 2018 : $ 1,316,240
The Bernard McDonough Foundation was founded by Bernard McDonough in 1962 . His wife , Alma , further funded the foundation to enable it to increase its granting endeavors . McDonough was inspired to form the foundation to share his wealth with those who are less fortunate , and his philanthropy followed three main themes : improvement to the body , mind and spirit .
The foundation ’ s rich , 59-year history is steeped in its mission to support and promote religious , charitable , scientific , literary and educational activities that promote the general welfare of society .
“ We strive to find creative ways to achieve our goal by supporting nonprofits in rural West Virginia that have limited resources and challenges in finding networking opportunities that result in grant funding ,” says President Bob Boone . “ We currently fund $ 1.5 million a year in grants .”
The foundation ’ s current focus is basic human needs , with grants being made primarily in the area of social welfare . In
2019 , the foundation funded the City of Solutions report created by Marshall Health , which outlines all the organizations in Huntington , WV , that assist with programs and services for individuals with substance use disorder .
It also funds Nonprofits LEAD , a program under the Mc- Donough Center for Leadership & Business at Marietta College that helps build a strong , sustainable nonprofit community in the Mid-Ohio Valley — including Washington County , Ohio — in which every organization can achieve its mission . Nonprofits LEAD delivers training and professional development programs that address the diverse capacity needs of nonprofit organizations and leaders across the region .
“ We also fund the Tucker Community Foundation challenge ,” says Boone . “ Participants raise team support for the community cause of their choice during the Run For It campaign and then run or walk for that cause in a 5k event held in September of each year . The event raises funds and awareness for community organizations , projects , nonprofit agencies , educational activities and charities located within the foundation ’ s service area .” •
Editor ’ s Note : This list is based on 2018 and 2019 Form 990 filings as found on Guidestar by Candid . The Hazel Ruby McQuain Charitable Trust ’ s total grantmaking in 2019 was $ 7,507,450 , making it the third largest grant maker in the state . However , the foundation ’ s leadership preferred not to be interviewed .
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