Basic Needs & Addiction Prevention Grants
The Basic Needs & Addiction Prevention Grants from Your Community Foundation of North Central West Virginia fund research and community projects addressing essential needs and addiction prevention in five local counties.
Funder: Your Community Foundation of North Central West Virginia
Due Dates: September 22, 2025 (closed) | September 21, 2026 (applications open July 31, 2026)
Funding Amounts: Up to $10,000 for basic needs projects; up to $2,500 for addiction prevention programs; single-year awards
Summary: Supports nonprofits and public institutions addressing basic needs and addiction prevention in five North Central WV counties.
Key Information: Eligible projects must serve Harrison, Marion, Monongalia, Preston, or Taylor counties; strong preference for collaborative, community-based efforts.
Description
This opportunity funds projects that address essential needs—including housing, utilities, home repairs, transportation, and food delivery—as well as grassroots and professional addiction prevention efforts targeting children and families. The program is designed to strengthen community resilience by supporting collaborative initiatives among local agencies and organizations, with priority given to high-need, low-resource areas within Preston, Taylor, Marion, Harrison, and Monongalia counties in North Central West Virginia.
