Lewis McManus Memorial Fund - Education for Disadvantaged Youth
This grant funds innovative educational and research-based programs that support disadvantaged youth in Raleigh County, WV, aiming to improve academic success and long-term community outcomes.
Funder: Beckley Area Foundation
Due Dates: June 30, 2026: Full application submission deadline (applications close June 30, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.)
Funding Amounts: $13,000 available for 2026 cycle; typical awards cover project costs through February 28, 2027.
Summary: Supports innovative educational initiatives for disadvantaged youth in Raleigh County, WV.
Description
This grant opportunity, managed by the Beckley Area Foundation through the Lewis McManus Memorial Fund, is designed to support educational initiatives and innovative programs targeting disadvantaged youth in Raleigh County, West Virginia. The fund honors Lewis McManus’s legacy of public service and commitment to educational advancement by providing resources for projects that help youth overcome barriers to academic success. Funding is awarded to projects that demonstrate meaningful impact in the field of education for disadvantaged youth, with the intent to foster long-term positive outcomes in the community.
