The Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley is pleased to announce that we have recently received re-accreditation with National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations®. This re-accreditation indicates that the Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley meets the highest standards for philanthropic excellence.

“This is a significant accomplishment,” said Susie Nelson, Executive Director. “When people trust the Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley with a charitable bequest, to establish a fund, or set up an annuity, they do it knowing that we have met rigorous standards for donor services, investment management, grantmaking and administration.”

We’ve always worked hard to do good, right here in the Upper Ohio Valley. And we’ll continue to work with you to achieve your charitable goals. National Standards ensures that we have policies in place for financial stability and longevity, affirming our continued commitment to our donors, grantees and community. In short: We are a proven place to give.

The Accreditation Process

The process of earning National Standards accreditation is arduous. The program requires community foundations to document our policies for donor services, investments, grantmaking and administration. Our documentation was reviewed by a community foundation expert from a panel appointed by the Community Foundations National Standards Board, a supporting organization of the Council on Foundations in Washington, D.C.

“The National Standards accreditation says this house is in order,” said Nelson. “It is excellent validation of the work we do on behalf of our donors and our community.”

Thank You

With your help, the Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley has renewed our commitment to be an effective partner for impacting the Ohio Valley causes you care about. Thank you for working with us.