Philanthropy & Friends

Jane Powell chats with Merinda Stricklen, Director of Health and Community Education. They discuss the programs and areas of outreach available through FamilyCare. Learn about Fresh Connect and more in this episode. For more information visit https://tgkvf.org/

In this episode, Jane Powell chats with Dawn Miller, Executive Director of Read Aloud West Virginia. They discuss the importance of reading and introducing children to books, especially books that encourage reading for fun. Watch to learn more about Read Aloud and the work they do across the state.

Jane Powell chats with Kate Daugherty, FestivALL Marketing and Events Production. Together they discuss the upcoming FeastivALL event, a 5 course gourmet dinner with music, art, and auctions. Kate also teases events for June's FestivALL.

Jane Powell chats with TGKVF Scholarship Program Officer Katie Ferrell about this year's scholarship season. Applications are accepted November 15, 2024 thru Feb 12, 2025. Katie tells us about introducing new software which will make the application easier for students. Don't miss this interview. For more information visit https://tgkvf.org/

Jane Powell talks with Kim Matthews, Vice-President of United Methodist Foundation of West Virginia, Inc. and Board President of Charitable Gift Planners of West Virginia. They discuss the importance of estate planning for everyone and resources available to help with the process. For more information visit https://tgkvf.org/

Jane Powell talks with Jake VanHorn, PsyD, Community Impact Officer with Cabin Creek Health Systems. They discuss the programs offered to Kanawha County residents including School Based Health Centers, Mobile Health Unit, Pharmacies, and Addiction Recovery Programs. There are also seven outpatient clinics, the newest is located on Charleston's West Side.

Jane Powell and Arts Amplified Director Bryan Cooper chat about the Charleston Art Scene and how Arts Amplified is creating paid opportunities for artists.  Bryan also reveals a new Events Calendar and how it is friendly for both artists and those looking for entertainment in the Charleston area.

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Jane Powell talks with Emma Pepper, Principal of Peppermill. Together they discuss the current movement of Narrative Change in West Virginia. Emma is working with partners TGKVF and the Appalachian Funders Network to bring communicators together so all are working together to make West Virginia a positive environment for growth and prosperity.

Jane Powell chats with Ray Whiting, Chair of the Juneteenth Committee. They discuss the origins, of the now federal holiday, and how Charleston communities will come together to celebrate.

Jane Powell talks with Todd Dorcas, TGVKF Program Officer and Morgan Robinson, Project Manager about the upcoming Appalachia Funders Network Gathering. Over 100 funders from six states will meet in Charleston April 4-24-46, 2024 to trade thoughts about economic and community development. They will also tour areas of Charleston and meet with people who are involved in Charleston's growth.