Barth Charitable Trust
The Barth Charitable Trust funds science, conservation, and research projects in West Virginia, focusing on animal welfare, nature, and community enrichment through the Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley.
Funder: Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley
Due Dates: August 3, 2026 (Application opens) | September 11, 2026 (Application closes, 4:00pm)
Funding Amounts: Minimum grant request is $5,000; typical awards are for one-year projects.
Summary: Supports West Virginia nonprofits, especially in Sistersville and Tyler County, for projects in animal welfare, conservation, historic preservation, and community initiatives.
Description
The Barth Charitable Trust, managed by Wesbanco Bank, Inc. and administered through the Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley, provides annual grant opportunities to nonprofit organizations in West Virginia, with a particular focus on Sistersville and Tyler County. The trust funds projects in animal welfare, nature conservancy, preservation of the Sistersville City Building, as well as charitable, religious, scientific, literary, or educational activities that benefit the community. The program aims to strengthen the impact of local nonprofits and support a broad range of mission-driven initiatives.
