Next Grant Deadline is March 15, 2012. A grants workshop is planned for February 9th at the Athens Community Center from 10-12 to introduce the new grant form. To register call 740-594-6061 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . There is no charge for this workshop.

Wicked Good Women

Women in Athens can look forward to "The Wicked Good Women" lunch series to brighten the season. Three noontime lunches are planned by The Athens Foundation Women's Fund to raise awareness of health issues near and dear to the hearts of women. The first lunch will be held February 14th, featuring guest speaker, playwright, Merri Biecheler and Dr. Tracy Marx presentation on "The Reluctant Caregiver". Many women have served as caregivers to loved ones, it can often be difficult and lonely work. What resources are available for caregivers and how can we support each other?  Guests will have the option to support the Women's Fund through raffles. All net proceeds will help the Women's Fund Endowment to fund future programs benefiting women and girls in Appalachia.

On March 13th Jeanne Albronda Heaton, PhD, will share information on women's mental health. Registered dietician Angie Provaznik will present tasty talk on good eating for a good life.

All luncheons cost $35 or all three for $90.  Checks can be mailed to Athens Foundation PO Box 366, Athens Ohio 45701. Or charged on this website using the PayPal button.

The mission of The Athens Foundation is to enhance the quality of life for the people of our region through building endowments, awarding grants, and providing leadership on key community issues now and for generations to come. 

Vision:

The Athens Foundation is committed to a healthy, inclusive community where there are opportunities for all people and everyone is engaged.

Values:

The Athens Foundation believes that a healthy, inclusive community is one that preserves and expands on those things that are working well and:

•             values local input

 •             solicits diverse perspectives

•             inspires cooperation and collaboration

•             stewards valued resources

•             encourages self-assessment and continuous learning

•             promotes shared values of trust, respect, honesty, and openness

What do we do?

The Athens Foundation focuses on providing funding for education, health, social services, animal welfare, public affairs, recreation, the environment and arts, culture and humanities.

The Athens Foundation supports a number of community initiatives aimed at advancing philanthropy and building a stronger county including: Leadership Athens County, Athens Professionals for Philanthropy Fund, Women's Fund,  and the Estate Planning Council.

Where does our funding come from?

The foundation endowment is built on donations and bequest from donors committed to lasting investments in our community.