September 12, 2025 by Isaiah Warfield On Wednesday, September 10, 2025, the Jefferson Regional Foundation hosted Shared Grounds, a morning coffee conversation with Kelleigh Boland, Director of Grantmaking and Strategy, and Steve Ankney, Grants, Evaluation, and Data Manager. Nonprofit partners gathered to hear updates on important dates for applying to grants in 2025-2026, and they learned more about the Foundation’s commitment to community health and well-being. Key Topics Covered Overview of Foundation Grantmaking Foundation Service Areas (JRF Service Area & MVCAF Footprint) Priority Areas (JRF Service Area and Mon Valley Clean Air Fund) Equity and Community Voice Grant Process and Important Dates Invitation to Proposal Grant Approval Process Important Dates Online Grant Portal and Resources Being Partners Centering on community health and well-being Sharing information Learning about other Foundation areas of work and resources: Community Research and Community Engagement Building Partnerships Shared Grounds provided a relaxed space to share updates, answer questions, and strengthen connections with nonprofit partners. Thank you to all who joined us!
