Blanche Woods Ashworth Memorial Fund - Music Education
The Blanche Woods Ashworth Memorial Fund - Music Education supports projects that advance music education in Raleigh County, WV, through grants from the Beckley Area Foundation.
Funder: Beckley Area Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027: Application window opens (projected) | June 2027: Full application deadline (projected)
Funding Amounts: Approx. $1,600 available; typical awards are one-time, project-based.
Summary: Supports projects that further music education in Raleigh County, WV.
Key Information: Only projects benefiting music education in Raleigh County are eligible.
Description
The Blanche Woods Ashworth Memorial Fund - Music Education is a field of interest grant administered by the Beckley Area Foundation. Established from assets originally given to Mountain State University and transferred after its closure, the fund honors Blanche Woods Ashworth’s legacy by supporting initiatives that nurture musical learning and enrichment within Raleigh County, West Virginia. Grants are awarded annually to eligible organizations for projects that advance music education in the local community.
