Philanthropy & Friends

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.

Jane Powell chats with Jennifer Goddard, Chief Executive Officer and Shante Ellis, Program Director about the recent opening of the YWCA's Center for Racial Equity. They discuss programming and upcoming events as well as the community's need for this space.  

Jane Powell chats with Kelli Caseman , Executive Director of Think Kids, WV about the organization's mission to create data-driven advocacy. Their goal is for all of West Virginia’s kids to have a safe and happy childhood. For more information visit https://tgkvf.org/

Jane Powell has a discussion with Todd Dorcas, TGKVF Program Officer and Mavery Davis, Director of Lending of New Economy Works WV. Mavery is also a CPA, community organizer, and founder of the Financial Literacy Bootcamp (FLBC). Together they discuss opportunities and happenings on Charleston's West Side.

Jane Powell has conversation with Katie Ferrell about TGKVF's statewide scholarship program. Applications are being accepted from Nov 15, 2023 - Feb. 1, 2024. For more information visit https://tgkvf.org/

Jane Powell and Dural Miller, CEO of Keep Your Faith Corp., Inc. talk about the upcoming 17th Annual Earl Wilson Community Thanksgiving Dinner. Help at the First Church of Nazarene on Charleston's West Side. The dinner will be Tuesday November 21, 2023 6-8 pm. This dinner is open to the public.

Jane Powell has a discussion with LaKeisha Barron-Brown, INROADS College Links WV Program Manager. They discuss this program and its mission of preparing more minority high school students for college and careers.

Jane Powell talks with Teresa Morris, Program Director of Alzheimer's Association, WV Chapter. They discussion how to recognize the early signs, where to get information and support, as well as ways to volunteer for the organization.

Jane Powell has a conversation with Renee Margocee, Executive Director of Tamarack Foundation for the Arts. They discuss the Creative Entrepreneur Fellowship Program, Artists Survey, and other exciting events happening around the state.

Jane Powell talks with Natalie Blevins, Family Support Worker and After School Director at Mary C Snow West Side Elementary about the Education Elevators program. They discuss the value of the program to both the students and the adult Elevator. For more information visit https://tgkvf.org/

Jane Powell has a conversation with Amy Wolfe, Executive Director of Manna Meal. They discuss the organization's 47 year history and taking their services out into the community. A mobile pantry and the recently launched food truck allow Manna Meal to reach areas new areas and serve more people.

Jane Powell talks with Dr. Michelle Paterno, Executive Director of Kanawha Dental Health Council. Joining the conversation is Dental Assistant Felicity Davis. Together they discuss the five dental clinics located in Kanawha County Schools and the services they offer students of all ages.

Jane Powell has a conversation with Amanda McDonald, WVSO Marketing Director about upcoming events for the Symphony.  For more information visit https://tgkvf.org/

Jane Powell talks with Susan Hoover, Scholarship Program Officer for The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation. They discuss the 120 scholarships available for the 2023-24 academic year. The Foundation's scholarship application is open and excepting applications Nov 15- Feb. 1. Visit tgkvf.org for more information.

Jane Powell talks with Traci Strickland, Executive Director of Kanawha Valley Collective about the annual Frank Veltri Thanksgiving Day Dinner. 2022 will be an inperson event after 2 years of the recent pandemic.

Jane Powell talks with Charleston's Creativity Connector Bryan Copper. They discuss the connections between artist and business and how both can benefit from the relationship.

Jane Powell talks with Marilyn McKeown, Project Manager and Corey Zinn, Media Consultant about the ongoing redevelopment of the Luna Park area on Charleston's west side.

Jane Powell has a conversation with Jeanette Bowlby, Artistic Director and Karen Klein Board President of womanSong Chorale. They discuss upcoming concerts and past performances that have taken the group around the world.

Jane Powell talks with Major Jayne May, Area Commander of the Salvation Army. They discuss the holiday season's Angel Tree and Red Kettles.  Major Jayne also shares the year round Salvation Army programs that serve our region.

Jane Powell speaks with Ron Wiles, Deputy Director of Good News Mountaineer Garage. They discuss how the new programs that Good News offers and pandemic has effected their efforts.