[Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley](https://cfov.org)

April 10, 2026 (Application submission deadline)

No fixed minimum or maximum; awards typically fund projects benefiting Middlebourne, WV.

Supports educational, religious, and community initiatives that improve quality of life for Middlebourne, WV residents.

Applicants must be 501(c)(3) or government/faith-based entities; one application per organization.

--- ## Description The Stealey Community Fund, managed by the Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley (CFOV), provides grant support to educational, religious, and community organizations serving Middlebourne, West Virginia. Established in memory of the Stealey family, the fund prioritizes projects that enhance the quality of life for Middlebourne residents, including initiatives outside the town’s boundaries if they benefit its community. Special emphasis is placed on programs supporting libraries, recreation, municipal services, and youth services. Grants are awarded at the discretion of the CFOV Board, guided by an advisory committee of local stakeholders. --- ## Due Dates - April 10, 2026: Application submission deadline (Stealey Community Fund) Funding decisions are typically announced in June. Projects should be completed within 12 months of funding. --- ## Funding Amount - No published minimum or maximum award amount. - Grants may support startup costs, matching grants, one-time projects, direct human services, and capital/equipment needs. - The amount requested should align with the project’s scope and budget justification. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be: - A 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, **or** - A similarly exempt government entity (e.g., school, library), **or** - A faith-based organization with appropriate tax-exempt status. - Projects must benefit the Middlebourne, WV community (including initiatives outside municipal boundaries if they serve Middlebourne residents). - Only one application per organization per cycle. - Applicants must certify nondiscrimination and that the grant does not duplicate other public/private funding. --- ## Application Process 1. **Prepare Application Materials:** - Organization information, EIN, charitable status. - Project narrative, objectives, methods, target population, geographic focus, and evaluation plan. - Detailed project budget (sources and uses of funds) and budget narrative. - List of board members/officers and recent accomplishments (upload documents as needed). - If previously funded, provide a project update. 2. **Submission:** - Complete the online application via [Foundant Technologies](http://www.grantinterface.com/Process/Apply?urlkey=cfov). - [Preview the application form](https://cfov.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Stealey-Grant-Application.pdf). - Submit by April 10, 2026, 4:00pm. Early submission is recommended to allow for technical support. 3. **Review:** - Applications are reviewed by the Stealey Advisory Committee and scored on project narrative, objectives/methods, impact, evaluation, and budget. - Funding decisions are announced in June. 4. **Reporting:** - Grant recipients must complete an online report within 12 months of funding. --- ## Additional Information - Preference is given to new/innovative programs, projects generating additional funding, one-time grants, direct human services, and capital/equipment needs. - Competition for funding is high; not all worthy projects can be supported each year. - If not funded, organizations are encouraged to reapply in future cycles. - Non-discrimination certification is required. --- ## External Links - [Stealey Community Fund program page](https://cfov.org/stealey-community-fund) - [Apply online](http://www.grantinterface.com/Process/Apply?urlkey=cfov) - [Preview application (PDF)](https://cfov.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Stealey-Grant-Application.pdf) - [CFOV Grants Overview](https://cfov.org/grants/) - [CFOV Contact Page](https://cfov.org/contact-us/) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Phone | |---------------------------|----------------------------|---------------| | General Inquiries | [info@cfov.org](mailto:info@cfov.org) | 304-242-3144 | | Stealey Fund Contact (Debbie) | [debbie@cfov.org](mailto:debbie@cfov.org) | 304-242-3144 |

Stealey Community Fund

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