Berkeley County Industrial Park Development Fund Grants

Berkeley County Industrial Park Development Fund Grants is sponsored by Eastern West Virginia Community Foundation (EWVCF). Offers grants to nonprofit organizations, public schools, and government agencies in Berkeley County for economic development and job creation.

2025 Berkeley County Industrial Park Development Fund Grants Now Open - Eastern West Virginia Community Foundation Our 2025 BCIPD Fund grants are now OPEN! Berkeley County organizations addressing the following issues are encouraged to apply: Business recruitment and/or creation Career training and job skills development THESE GRANTS ARE NOW CLOSED.

Grant Guidelines & Application The Eastern West Virginia Community Foundation will consider grants to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, public schools, and government agencies serving Berkeley County. Application Deadline, Reviews, and Reports All grant applications must be submitted no later than August 1st, 2025 to be considered. Our representatives may contact applicants for phone or Zoom interviews.

Grants will be announced in late August. Grant Size, Payment, and Final Reports Grants will generally range from $2,000 to $12,000 . A final report, including a summary of grant expenses, must be provided to the Community Foundation by April 30th of the following year.

Extensions may be allowed with prior approval. Organizations Eligible to Apply Charitable 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, schools, technical institutes, colleges, and universities serving Berkeley County are eligible to apply. Also eligible are Berkeley County-based units of government and quasi-governmental agencies so long as funded programs meet the grant guidelines and benefit the public good.

Grantseekers are encouraged to submit proposals for specific projects and programs rather than for general support or operations. Programs that have already been completed are unlikely to be funded. No grants to individuals will be made.

Trust-Based Philanthropy Reporting Requirements In an effort to streamline the grants process for nonprofit organizations, the Community Foundation has adopted trust-based philanthropy and will award and pay the Berkeley County Industrial Park Development Fund grants upfront. A final report, including a summary of grant expenses, must be provided to the Community Foundation by April 30, 2026.

Extensions to complete the grant funded program may be allowed with prior approval; however, grantees receiving an extension should still file an interim report. To build vibrant communities that provide opportunities for everyone living in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. To inspire philanthropy, serve donors, strengthen communities, and improve the quality of life in Eastern West Virginia now and for future generations.

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