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25th Anniversary Grant
The 25th Anniversary Grant will be awarded in September, 2008.
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2007/2008 Grants
Allegany County Area Foundation Makes Grant to the Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Southern Tier in Whitesville
Belmont, NY – April 30, 2008 – Allegany County Area Foundation, a not-for-profit organization which seeks to encourage educational, social, cultural and civic projects benefiting the residents of Allegany County, New York, is pleased to announce a grant to Big Brothers/Big Sisters of the Central Southern Tier in Whitesville for $400.
The Foundation’s grant of $400 will help with the resources needed to provide supervised site-based mentoring to youth in need of a positive role model in the Whitesville area. Through weekly interactions, opportunities to participate in fun activities that focus on self-esteem, team building, character education and social skills will be available. Whitesville high school students will serve as mentors in a program that has proven to be beneficial to the teenagers as well as their younger counterparts. Big Brothers Big Sisters has become a valued asset to the school, with a great degree of teacher and faculty support. The program also teaches youth the value of community service and involvement. The Allegany County Area Foundation is pleased to offer this assistance.
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Allegany County Area Foundation Announces Grant to the Allegany County Chapter American Red Cross of $600
Belmont, NY – March 6, 2008 – Allegany County Area Foundation, a not-for-profit organization which seeks to encourage educational, social, cultural and civic projects benefiting the residents of Allegany County, New York, is pleased to announce a grant to the Allegany County Chapter American Red Cross for $600.
Allegany County Area Foundation is pleased to announce a grant of $600 to the local chapter of the American Red Cross for the purchase of CPR Training Manikins. Through the Health and Safety section of the American Red Cross numerous people in the community have access to learn lifesaving skills such as Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). CPR/AED manikins are also referred to as Adult Nannies and are used to supplement the workbook information. These funds will be used to purchase an additional 4-pack of manikins that will allow the Red Cross to provide more services to more organizations.
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Cynthia Dutton, Director of Cuba Circulating Library accepts check from Robert P. Christian, Executive Director of ACAF
ACAF announces grant of $2,000
to the
Cuba Circulating Library
Belmont, NY - February 28, 2008 - Allegany County Area Foundation is pleased to announce a grant of $2,000 to the library. This grant was made possible through an annonymous gift received by the Foundation and designated for the Cuba Circulating Library. According to Cynthia Dutton, Director of the Cuba Circulating Library, the funds will be added to the library endowment fund and will provide needed income to support the library program for years to come.
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Shawnee M. Wright of Partners for Prevention receiving the check from Executive Director Robert P. Christian
Allegany County Area Foundation announces grant of $450
to the
Partners for Prevention for Allegany County
Belmont, NY - February 21, 2008 - Allegany County Area Foundation, a not-for-profit community organization which seeks to encourage educational, social, cultural and civic projects benefiting the residents of Allegany County, New York, is pleased to announce the presentation of a $450 grant to the Partners in Prevention for Allegany County. The grant will help to fund the 2nd Annual Juied Art Show in celebration of the National Entrepreneur's Week on February 28, 2008. This year's theme for the Juried Art Show is "Family and Community". Art students in grades 9-12 will compete in several different categories highlighting the theme. There are six school districts participating, Belfast, Cuba-Rushford, Genesee Valley, Scio, Wellsville and Whitesville.
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Allegany County Area Foundation Announces Grant of $4,000 to the Cuba Historical Society
Belmont, NY – January 15, 2008 – Allegany County Area Foundation, a not-for-profit organization which seeks to encourage educational, social, cultural and civic projects benefiting the residents of Allegany County, New York, is pleased to announce a grant to the Cuba Historical Society for $4,000. This grant is made possible due to an anonymous gift to the Foundation designated for the Cuba Historical Society.
The “biggest little museum in Allegany County”, so claims Jack Nease of the Historical Society, will use the grant for their general operating expenses. These include operating a museum and information center and offering help to the extended community in genealogy research and other historical matters. This grant will enable the Historical Society to further its contribution to the community and to promote education and historical research here in Allegany County. The Foundation is pleased to support this organization.
If you would like to make a difference in your community by making a gift to a non-profit agency or by Leaving a Legacy by establishing your own endowment fund, contact the Allegany County Area Foundation today. The Foundation welcomes tax-deductible gifts in any amount, including memorials to friends and loved ones. County residents are encouraged to remember the Foundation in their wills by making a specific bequest. In the 2007/08 fiscal year the Foundation will award over $230,000 in grants, including over 100 scholarships to county students and grants to local not-for-profit agencies that benefit all residents of Allegany County.
Photo: Left to Right: John “Jack” Nease of Cuba Historical Society and Robert P. Christian, Executive Director of Allegany County Area Foundation
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Allegany County Area Foundation Makes Grant to the Youth Compeer Program
Belmont, NY – November 12, 2007 – Allegany County Area Foundation, a not-for-profit organization which seeks to encourage educational, social, cultural and civic projects benefiting the residents of Allegany County, New York, is pleased to announce a grant to the Youth Compeer Program for $500.
The Foundation’s grant of $500 will provide the resources to provide a field trip to the Rochester Seneca Zoo for the children in the program who have shown progress while being affiliated with the Compeer Program. The Youth Compeer program uses mentors to assist children and youth in developing appropriate social skills, exposure to recreational outings that they might not otherwise have, and to give their families respite.
The Youth Compeer Program is operated under the auspices of the Allegany County Mental Health Association and is the only social-recreational program in Allegany County that benefits emotionally disabled children.
The Allegany County Area Foundation welcomes tax-deductible gifts in any amount, including memorials to friends and loved ones. County residents are encouraged to remember the Foundation in their wills by making a specific bequest. In the 2006 fiscal year the Foundation awarded over $163,000 in grants, including 100 scholarships to county students and grants to local not-for-profit agencies that benefited all residents of Allegany County.
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Allegany County Area Foundation Announces Annual Distribution to the SPCA Serving Allegany County of $557.57
Belmont, NY – October 25, 2007 – Allegany County Area Foundation, a not-for-profit organization which seeks to encourage educational, social, cultural and civic projects benefiting the residents of Allegany County, New York, is pleased to announce the presentation of a check to the SPCA Serving Allegany County for $557.57.
Allegany County Area Foundation is pleased to present a check of $557.57 that represents the annual earnings distribution from the SPCA Serving Allegany County Endowment Fund, held by the Foundation on behalf of the SPCA. The SPCA is able to count on a yearly earnings check to provide for their expenses. The SPCA Endowment Fund, established by concerned and caring citizens of Allegany County, is an example of the many varied endowment funds held by the Foundation. Other funds benefiting county residents include the Cuba Memorial Hospital, Scio Memorial Library, Andover Free Library and the Village of Andover Landscaping.
The SPCA fund and others are accepting additional contributions to increase the impact these organizations can have in our community. New endowment funds may be established to help other not-for-profit agencies. The Foundation is pleased to support beneficial programs throughout the county.
If you would like to make a difference in your community by Leaving a Legacy, contact the Allegany County Area Foundation today. The Foundation welcomes tax-deductible gifts in any amount, including memorials to friends and loved ones. County residents are encouraged to remember the Foundation in their wills by making a specific bequest. In the 2007/08 fiscal year the Foundation will award over $230,000 in grants, including over 100 scholarships to county students and grants to local not-for-profit agencies that benefit all residents of Allegany County.
Photo: Left to Right: Robert P. Christian, Executive Director of Allegany County Area Foundation presenting check to Heather Steiner, Kennel Assistant
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Allegany County Area Foundation Announces Grant to the Home Care & Hospice of Western, NY of $500
Belmont, NY – August 31, 2007 – Allegany County Area Foundation, a not-for-profit organization which seeks to encourage educational, social, cultural and civic projects benefiting the residents of Allegany County, New York, is pleased to announce a grant to the Home Care & Hospice for $500.
Allegany County Area Foundation is pleased to announce a grant of $500 for the development and implementation of an electronic medical record system for all of the clinical staff: nurses, social workers, spiritual care providers and scheduler in Allegany County. The project will allow nurses, social workers and other clinicians to have instant access to their patients’ records. This is of particular importance after normal business hours. In hospice’s multi-disciplinary approach, social workers, spiritual care and bereavement coordinators play a vital role in developing a plan of care that meets all of a terminally ill patient’s needs. The Foundation is pleased to support this program.
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Allegany County Area Foundation Announces Grant to the AlleCatt Reads Program of $400
Belmont, NY – July 23, 2007 – Allegany County Area Foundation, a not-for-profit organization which seeks to encourage educational, social, cultural and civic projects benefiting the residents of Allegany County, New York, is pleased to announce a grant to the AlleCatt Reads Program for $400.
Allegany County Area Foundation is pleased to announce a grant of $400 for the encouragement of reading by all ages in Allegany County. The community-wide read of the book entitled The World is Flat, by Thomas Friedman, will take place this fall. The book highlights the impact of globalization on individuals, companies, communities and countries.
The program will include a discussion of the book in both counties, including participation by public schools, public libraries and both Houghton College and St. Bonaventure University. Activities will include a Global Studies II (10th Grade) Poster Contest to help students understand the impact of globalization and to learn more about other societies, cultures, governments and economic systems. The posters will be displayed throughout both counties. The Foundation is pleased to support this program.
2006/2007 Grants
Allegany County Area Foundation
makes grant to Camp Harley Sutton
Robert P. Christian, Executive Director presenting check to the
Rev. Ken Chroniger, Camp Director and Ms. Mae Bottoms, Treasurer
Belmont, NY - April 27, 2007 - Allegany County Area Foundation is pleased to announce a grant to the Camp Harley Sutton in Alfred of $450 for new equipment.
The Foundation grant will provide equipment for the new kitchenette at Camp Harley. The retreat center, which is part of a larger camp facility, is available for public use and is often used by Allegany County residents and organizations for meetings, reunions, seminars and weekend retreats. The new facility will provide year-round facilities. When completed, this facility will be another fine asset for the people of Allegany County.
Allegany County Area Foundation
Makes Grant to
Big Brothers Big Sisters in Whitesville
Robert P. Christian, Executive Director presenting check to Ms. Kayla Bonyak, Program Coordinator
Belmont, NY - February 20, 2007 - Allegany County Area Foundation, a not-for-profit organization which seeks to encourage educational, social, cultural and civic projects benefiting the residents of Allegany County, New York is pleased to announce a grant to Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Southern Tier in Whitesville for $500.
The Foundations grant of $500 will help with the resources needed to provide supervised site-based mentoring to youth in need of a positive role model in the Whitesville area. Through weekly interactions, opportunities to participate in fun activities that focus on self-esteem, team building, character education and social skills will be available. Whitesville high school students will serve as mentors in a program that has proven to be beneficial to the teenagers as well as their younger counterparts. Big Brothers Big Sisters has become a valued asset to the school, with a great degree of teacher and svchool support. The program also teaches youth the value of community service and involvement. The Foundation is pleased to offer this assistance.
Royal Family Kid's Camp
The Foundation’s grant of $500 will provide the resources to allow two camper scholarships for the Royal Family Kids’ Camp to be held in July of 2007. Those children receiving scholarships will include young people from challenging family situations. These children will have an opportunity to enjoy an experience that offers them a week of positive memories. Royal Family Kids’ Camp also offers a week of respite for foster parents and other guardians. The camp is run entirely by local volunteers and has one counselor for every two campers. Financial support comes from many local organizations and individuals and the Allegany County Area Foundation is pleased to offer this assistance.
Allegany County Area Foundation Makes Grant to the Belfast Public Library
Belmont, NY – June 13, 2006 – Allegany County Area Foundation, a not-for-profit organization which seeks to encourage educational, social, cultural and civic projects benefiting the residents of Allegany County, New York, is pleased to announce a grant to The Belfast Public Library of Belmont, NY for $500. The Foundation’s grant of $500 will help provide the resources to construct additional bookcases for the children’s library. The present juvenile fiction room is in need of new bookcases. During the past year, the children of Belfast borrowed 2600 books and the library offers these services to the children in conjunction with the public school teachers. The library provides a valuable service to the community. The Allegany County Area Foundation welcomes tax-deductible gifts in any amount, including memorials to friends and loved ones. County residents are encouraged to remember the Foundation in their wills by making a specific bequest. In the 2005 fiscal year the Foundation awarded over $155,000 in grants, including over 100 scholarships to county students and grants to local not-for-profit agencies that benefited all residents of Allegany County.
Youth Court
The Foundation supports the Youth Court, and a grant of $500 was given, enabling six youths and their sponsors to attend a training conference held in Albany.
Houghton College Urban/Rural Teacher Corps
The Foundation grant of $2,400 provided funding for two student teachers working in selected Allegany County "high need school districts".
Genesee Valley Outdoor Education Center
The Foundation grant of $1,000 will provide the monies to establish at least two learning stations on the sight, one of which will be located at the main entrance. A "learning station" is a location on site that is dedicated to a particular eduational focus, such as the site's biodiversity and natural resources.
A. Norbert Shear Memorial Fund,
GVCS Alternative Education Program
The Foundation's grant of $1,500 provides the funds to enable this program to equip students with employability skills, career awareness and the framework to make mature decisions about future education and employment.
Bill Horton developed the program to provide work situations in order to develop positive self-esteem, respect for others, independence and personal excellence.
Allegany County Fund,
Allegany County Bi-Centennial Committee
The Foundation was pleased to support the Bi-Centennial celebrations by providing a gift of $1,000 to complete the mounting of the time capsule. The time capsule is vital to the success of the preservation of educational and historical artifacts and will benefit the residents of the future.
Thomas F. & Laura L. Moogan Family Fund,
Youth Compeer Program
The Foundation was pleased to present a grant of $500 to the Youth Compeer Program which uses mentors to assist children and youth in developing appropriate social skills, in having exposure to recreational outings that they might not otherwise have, and in giving their families respite.
The Foundation grant will make possible a field trip for the children who have shown progress while being affiliated with the Compeer Program.
SPCA Serving Allegany County Fund,
Annual Endowment Earnings: $1,009.37
Hydramec Fund Scio Memorial Library,
Annual Endowment Earnings: $1,330.01
Doris O. Church Fund,
Andover Free Library Annual Endowment Earnings: $736.01
Older Grants
Allegany County Fund
Belfast Public Library "Pied Piper Project" $300
In Belfast, after the summer lawn concerts, the musicians lead the community to the library, like Pied Pipers! In the library the people are challenged to avail themselves of the library resources. The Foundation is delighted to support this project.
Monica Arnold and Aidan Heaney gratefully accept the $300 check from Leslie J. Haggstrom, President of the Foundation, and Robert P. Christian, the Director of Development.
Hydramec Fund
Scio Free Library Annual Endowment Earnings
Allegany County Fund
American Red Cross $870
In support of the American Red Cross, President Leslie J. Haggstrom of the Foundation made this donation to Mr. Douglas W. Milliken of Americorps*VISTA. The money will be used to provide all county schools with a Master of Disaster curriculum kit. These kits will more adequately prepare county students to face the dangers of natural and man-made disasters.
Allegany County Association for the Blind $800
The Foundation is pleased to present a grant of $800 to the Allegany County Association for the Blind and Visually Handicapped. The money will be used to fund visual aids for the visually impaired of Allegany County.
Presenting the check to Kathryn Kirsch, Director of the Allegany County Blind Association, is Robert P. Christian, ACAF Director of Development.
SPCA Serving Allegany County Fund
The Foundation is honored to maintain an endowment fund for the SPCA Serving Allegany County. Donations may be made to the SPCA through the Foundation.
Charity Anderson & Susie Kornhaus, volunteers at SPCA with “Anna the Cat”
Doris O. Church Fund
Andover Public Library Annual Endowment Earnings
How to apply for a Grant
Grant recipients are primarily public charitable organizations with 501c(3) tax status that serve Allegany County residents. Grant applications may be obtained by writing to the Foundation at P.O. Box 58, Belmont, NY 14813. |
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Robert P. Christian, Executive Director presenting check to the
Rev. Ken Chroniger, Camp Director and Ms. Mae Bottoms, Treasurer
Belmont, NY - April 27, 2007 - Allegany County Area Foundation is pleased to announce a grant to the Camp Harley Sutton in Alfred of $450 for new equipment.
The Foundation grant will provide equipment for the new kitchenette at Camp Harley. The retreat center, which is part of a larger camp facility, is available for public use and is often used by Allegany County residents and organizations for meetings, reunions, seminars and weekend retreats. The new facility will provide year-round facilities. When completed, this facility will be another fine asset for the people of Allegany County.