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      • All Funds I & J
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    • Susan Landis Youth Philanthropists
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      • Available Upon Request
    • FAQ
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    • Start a Fund
    • Leave a Legacy
    • Memorial Gifts
    • Power of Community
  • Grants
    • BAF Grant Portal
    • Community Grant Program
    • Field of Interest Grant Opportunities
    • Grantee Toolkit
    • Mac's Toy Fund
    • Students First Grants
    • Susan Landis Youth Philanthropists (SLYP) Grant
    • Wyoming County Grants
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        • Victory Baptist Academy
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Starting a Fund

Starting a fund pdf
Individuals, families, groups or businesses can establish a fund with a minimum gift of $2,000 and build over a five-year period, or immediately start a fund with a $10,000 donation.  Unrestricted funds require a gift of $5,000.

A variety of funds may be established to meet both your needs and the specific needs of the community.

Types of Funds

Unrestricted
Gives BAF flexibility to respond to the emerging needs and special projects in our community. Examples include: Community Grant program, Students First program, Household Hazardous Waste Collection, etc. Unlike other funds at BAF, you can start a named unrestricted fund for $5,000.​

Designated
Supports one or more charitable organizations, as designated by the donor when established.
Agency
Provides an annual source of income to the establishing charitable organization.

Field of Interest
Benefits a specific area of interest such as education, the arts, or public recreation, rather than a designated organization.
Advised
The donor remains active in the grantmaking process and provide recommendations to the BAF Board of Directors for approval.

Scholarship
Provides financial assistance for students pursuing dreams of a higher education.
Geographic
Supports organizations and projects located in designated areas outside of Raleigh County.

If you are interested in starting a fund or have questions, please reach out to our Executive Director, Dena Cushman by calling (304) 253-3806. You may also fill out the form below and send it by mail or e-mail.
New Fund Form

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Confirmed in Compliance with National Standards Beckley Area Foundation is a member of the National Council on Foundations, Philanthropy WV, Beckley-Raleigh County Chamber of Commerce, Charitable Gift Planners of WV and WV Nonprofit Association. The Foundation will make available for public inspection the last three years of its tax documents, including Internal Revenue Service Forms 990 and 990-T (if applicable), any audit, and its tax exempt letter. If the request for any of these documents is made in person, the requested documents will be provided on the day of the request if possible.  If the request is in writing (including email), copies will be provided within 30 days of the request. The requestor may be charged a reasonable fee for the cost of copying, plus storage. Questions concerning documents should be addressed to either the Executive Director or Board Chair of the Foundation.