Family Focused Treatment Association , where she serves as vice chairperson of the board .
“ Erin has been sharpening her skills for a long time , building vibrant relationships both within our team and with our partners ,” says Jason Hooper , KVC Health Systems president and CEO . “ Given the real needs families are experiencing and the range of solutions we provide from therapy to foster care to education , I am confident Erin will bring her own unique style to lead , elevate quality and grow our impact .”
West Virginia American Water Recognizes 2024 Water and Environment Grantees
The American Water Charitable Foundation , a 501 ( c ) ( 3 ) organization established by American Water , recently announced that four organizations have been awarded a Water and Environment grant , supporting communities served by West Virginia American Water .
“ This year , West Virginia ’ s Water and the Environment initiatives bolster economic growth , boost tourism and enhance environmental education and recreational offerings ,” says Rob Burton , president of West Virginia American Water . “ The American Water Charitable Foundation ’ s generous investment of $ 97,900 marks another significant win for communities in the Mountain State .”
The Water and Environment grant is part of the American Water Charitable Foundation ’ s Keep Communities Flowing Grant program , focusing on three pillars of giving : water , people and communities .
The Nature Conservancy in West Virginia secured a $ 83,400 grant to support its Hungry Beech Trail Development and Watershed Conservation Project .
“ Developing a trail at this preserve will allow easier access to beautiful cove forests and large boulder and cliff complexes and create a unique visitor experience ,” says Mike Powell , director of land management and stewardship for The Nature Conservancy in West Virginia . “ Located a short drive from Charleston , this will provide a nature experience to a wide group of residents and visitors while protecting headwater streams , ancient forests and a unique assemblage of wildlife .”
The West Virginia National Guard Foundation obtained a $ 5,000 grant to fund the West Virginia Mountaineer Challenge Academy South ’ s Science and Ecology Club Morris Creek Improvement Project .
“ The goal of the club is to help cadets learn about the great natural resources in West Virginia and realize the importance of their conservation and preservation ,” says Doug Huff , science teacher at West Virginia Mountaineer Challenge Academy South . “ This funding will help us to achieve that goal and will provide new opportunities for our cadets as they strive to complete the Mountaineer Challenge Academy and build successful plans for their futures .”
The West Virginia Highlands Conservancy received a $ 5,000 grant to develop its new Mountain Odyssey : Education Outings and Beyond program .
“ We are thrilled to be partnering with the American Water Charitable Foundation on this initiative that will connect people with the natural wonders of the West Virginia Highlands and create a culture of environmental stewardship within local communities ,” says West Virginia Highlands Conservancy Program Director Olivia Miller . “ Their support will enable us to create opportunities for people in West Virginia to inspire a deeper appreciation and understanding of nature .”
The Girl Scouts of Black Diamond Council secured a $ 4,500 grant to fund its 2024 watershed workshop .
“ Collaboration is key to the work we do at our organization ,” says Beth Casey , CEO of Girl Scouts of Black Diamond Council . “ We ’ re ecstatic to continue our partnership with the American Water Charitable Foundation and West Virginia American Water .”
OVP HEALTH CARE Receives $ 130,000 Grant
The OVP HEALTH CARE team standing with their $ 130,000 check from the Highmark West Virginia Charitable Fund .
The Highmark West Virginia Charitable Fund for Health has awarded a $ 130,000 grant to OVP HEALTH CARE to support the organization ’ s efforts to provide quality , accessible dental care to residents of the tri-state area .
“ The need for access to oral health care programs for West Virginia cannot be overstated ,” says Cathy McAlister , executive director of the Highmark West Virginia Charitable Fund for Health . “ The Highmark West Virginia Charitable Fund for Health is thrilled to partner with OVP HEALTH CARE again to be a much-needed resource for quality dental care in the greater Huntington area .”
In May 2022 , OVP HEALTH CARE , a not-for-profit organization , formed an affiliation with Marshall Health to create OVP HEALTH CARE Dentistry , a program committed to providing quality dental care for the underserved , regardless of their ability to pay for that care . OVP HEALTH CARE Dentistry currently provides those services at a completely renovated facility at 1423 Third Avenue in downtown Huntington , WV . The clinic offers basic adult and pediatric dental services , including examinations , uncomplicated extractions , fillings and teeth cleaning and is able to refer patients needing more complex care and treatment to other dental professionals at Marshall Health .
“ Within this tri-state area , oral health disparities are very prominent , due to the cost of dental services and the high percentage of people in the area who cannot afford dental insurance ,” says Jay Baker , CEO of OVP HEALTH CARE . “ As a result , many patients in this area receive no dental care at all . We are grateful to the Highmark West Virginia Charitable Fund for Health for its support of our dental program as that support will greatly enhance our ability to extend dental services to the people who need it most .”
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