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Make it Happen Grants Awarded

Four programs awarded Make it Happen grants from the PATH Foundation Warrenton, Va., January 26, 2018 — The PATH Foundation awarded four Make it Happen grants recently for projects focused on safety, children’s wellness and family activities. The total granted for these new programs is $18,985.79, leaving the Make it Happen program with approximately $231,000 […]

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PATH Foundation to Redeem 20 Percent Ownership Interest in Fauquier Health to LifePoint Health®

WARRENTON, Va. — The PATH Foundation announced that as it completes its fourth year of work in the community, it will redeem its 20 percent ownership interest in Fauquier Health to LifePoint Health®.  This announcement comes approximately four years after the Fauquier Health Board of Directors finalized an agreement to enter into a joint venture […]

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Holiday Magic for our Area Nonprofits

The PATH Foundation recently wrapped up their Holiday Magic program, a surprise grant cycle designed to give area nonprofits a helping hand with their holiday efforts.  Requests were limited to $2,000, and were established to support the work nonprofits do during the holidays to support the clients they serve. Christy Connolly, PATH Foundation president and […]

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Chris Herren Community Forum on November 28

On Tuesday, November 28, the PATH Foundation and Mental Health Association of Fauquier County are hosting a free community forum featuring former NBA player Chris Herren discussing his recovery after years of addiction.  Organized for parents, grandparents and guardians, the event will also offer local experts and resources to offer guidance to keep your family […]

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$750,000 for 2018 Program and Planning Grants Announced

$750,000 for 2018 Program and Planning Grants Announced The PATH Foundation announced today the opening of their Annual Program and Planning Grants cycle.  $750,000 will be available for this grant cycle.  The PATH Foundation is a charitable grantmaking foundation located in Warrenton that serves Fauquier, Rappahannock and northern Culpeper Counties.  In 2017, the PATH Foundation […]

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New PATH Foundation intern staff set to impact surrounding community

These interns will assist the foundation by working closely with area organizations on various initiatives, including work with the Warrenton Aquatic and Recreation Facility (WARF), Fauquier Free Clinic, Town of Warrenton, Fauquier County Public Library, Mental Health Association of Fauquier County and Fauquier Reaches for Excellence in School Health (FRESH). Some interns will also assist […]

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PATH Foundation Announces More than $500,000 in Grants

Project & Planning Grants provide funding for 17 area organizations The PATH Foundation announced the selection of 17 area organizations to receive funding from their most recent round of grant applications, focused on projects and planning. The projects selected relate to one or more of the Foundation’s four priority areas: access to care; childhood wellness; […]

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PATH Foundation announces new Technical Assistance grants

The PATH Foundation has announced a new Technical Assistance (TA) funding opportunity for qualifying applicants. With no set grant cycle, funding is available on a first-come, first-served basis until funding is exhausted. The TA grants are designed to offer funding for consultants, tools or skills to strengthen an organization’s operations. Complete details are as follows: […]

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FRESH Regional Collaboration to grow and inspire healthy kids, families and communities

Fresh Bucks Program Sponsored by PATH Foundation to Connect Fauquier and Rappahannock Students to Healthy Foods and Healthy Choices at the Warrenton Farmers Market. As kids head off for summer vacation, Fauquier and Rappahannock County schools are sending students home with Fresh Bucks to use to shop for local foods all summer long. The free […]

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PATH Volunteer Center’s Let’s Volunteer Day Approaching

Community-wide volunteer day slated for Saturday, April 29. On Saturday, April 29, the PATH Volunteer Center will hold Let’s Volunteer Day – its first community-wide day of volunteering to benefit communities in Fauquier, Rappahannock and Culpeper Counties.  Let’s Volunteer Day is perfect for individuals or groups of families, friends, churches and student clubs to sign […]

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PATH Volunteer Center Announces Let’s Volunteer Day

Community-wide volunteer day slated for April 29  The PATH Volunteer Center is planning its first community-wide day of volunteering to benefit communities in Fauquier, Rappahannock and Culpeper Counties. Saturday, April 29, will be the day to gather as a community to see how much we can accomplish in one day. We need your help to […]

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Invitation to Community Health Needs Assessment Town Hall

The PATH Foundation, Fauquier Health and the Rappahannock-Rapidan Health District are currently conducting research for the 2017 Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA).  This research will be used to develop an action plan to better health for Fauquier, Rappahannock and Culpeper Counties by identifying our community’s significant health needs and priorities. On Thursday, April 6, a […]

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PATH Foundation Invests $370,000 in Mental Health Services at Fauquier Free Clinic

PATH Foundation Invests $370,000 in Mental Health Services at Fauquier Free Clinic Funding supports innovative tele-psychiatry and counseling services Feb. 3, 2017 — In an effort to meet the growing need for mental and behavioral health services, the PATH Foundation is funding tele-psychiatry and remote mental health services at the Fauquier Free Clinic. Created to […]

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Online Community Report Highlights PATH Foundation Activities

An online version of the PATH Foundation’s Report to the Community highlights the first three years of the foundation’s efforts in Fauquier, Rappahannock and northern Culpeper Counties. View the report to learn more about the foundation’s wide range of grants, community programs and nonprofit support.

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PATH to Kindness Announced

PATH to Kindness Announced PATH Foundation Shares Information on Holiday Program December 6, 2016 — This year during the holidays, the PATH Foundation is spreading cheer through our PATH to Kindness project – something that encourages the pay it forward principle of doing something nice for others. At the PATH Foundation, we’ll be busy surprising […]

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Community Events for PATH to Kindness

Community Events for PATH to Kindness December 10, 2016 — The PATH Foundation is continuing its 12 Days of Kindness project with the following events for the community. Free children’s book Friday, December 16 6 – 9 pm PATH Foundation interns be outside the John Barton Payne building with the book “One Good Deed” to […]

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Over $500,000 Awarded in General Operations Grants

Over $500,000 Awarded in General Operations Grants 5 area nonprofits receive funding December 1, 2016 — The PATH Foundation today announced the recipients of its general operations grants. Fifteen organizations received a total of $501,283 to use for efforts to strengthen and grow their organizations. Christy Connolly, President and CEO of the PATH Foundation, said […]

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Over $500,000 Awarded in General Operations Grants

Over $500,000 Awarded in General Operations Grants 15 area nonprofits receive funding December 1, 2016 — The PATH Foundation today announced the recipients of its general operations grants. Fifteen organizations received a total of $501,283 to use for efforts to strengthen and grow their organizations. Christy Connolly, President and CEO of the PATH Foundation, said […]

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PATH Volunteer Center Now Open

Center serves as resource for Fauquier, Rappahannock and Culpeper November 18, 2016 – The PATH Volunteer Center, an effort funded by the PATH Foundation, is working to expand volunteerism for nonprofits serving Fauquier, Rappahannock and Culpeper counties. The center is launching an online software platform that matches volunteers with nonprofit needs at www.letsvolunteer.org. By creating […]

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Make it Happen Grant Funds New Disc Golf Course at Spilman Park

Spilman Park has a new attraction – a disc golf course! Disc golf, also known as Frisbee golf, is one of the fastest growing sports in the United States and around the world (for some very good reasons I’ll share below). Spilman Park now boasts its own 18-hole disc golf course, completed just a few […]

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$500,000 in Project and Planning Grants Available

$500,000 in Project and Planning Grants Available September 19, 2016 — The PATH Foundation announced today the opening of their Project and Planning Grants cycle. $500,000 will be available for this grant cycle. The PATH Foundation is a charitable grantmaking foundation located in Warrenton that serves Fauquier, Rappahannock and northern Culpeper Counties. In 2016, the PATH Foundation […]

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PATH to Better with Dolvett Quince

Free community event to be held September 10, 2016 August 29, 2016 – Dolvett Quince, the celebrity trainer from NBC’s “The Biggest Loser,” will host a meet and greet, a group workout, and provide an inspirational discussion to help attendees get on the PATH to Better. Quince has been making strides in the fitness world […]

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General Operations Grant Cycle Announced

The PATH Foundation is announcing up to $500,000 in available funds for general operations grants for qualifying nonprofits in Fauquier, Rappahannock and northern Culpeper Counties. These funds will offer unrestricted funding for nonprofits to use towards general expenses such as rent, utilities and equipment. Christy Connolly, PATH Foundation President and CEO, referenced philanthropy studies as […]

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Seven Make it Happen Grant Recipients Announced

Projects benefit schools, agriculture and more July 18, 2016 – Seven Make it Happen grants have been awarded to fund a wide variety of projects in Fauquier County over the last three months. These grants are made available to encourage nonprofits, government entities, or religious institutions to invest time in their communities and encourage creative […]

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RappatHome Receives $50,000 for Program Expansion

RappatHome Receives $50,000 for Program Expansion June 20, 2016 — The PATH Foundation, a grantmaking organization based in Warrenton, has awarded $50,000 to Rappahannock at Home (RappatHome) to fund the expansion of the nonprofit’s programs. This organization seeks to establish “Senior Villages” to help support aging residents, a concept different from traditional retirement homes or […]

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PATH Foundation Announces More than $750,000 in Grants

PATH Foundation Announces More than $750,000 in Grants Annual Grant program provides funding for 16 regional organizations June 15, 2016 — The PATH Foundation announced the selection of 16 area organizations to receive funding from their most recent round of grant applications, focused on planning and programs. The projects selected relate to one or more […]

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PATH Foundation Welcomes Summer Interns

Nine college students to participate in program June 7, 2016 – On June 7, the PATH Foundation welcomed the 2016 summer internship staff to its offices. These nine interns, ranging from rising college sophomores to recent college graduates, will be assisting the PATH Foundation as well as working with the Foundation’s grant recipients and local […]

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Make It Happen Grant Awarded to M.M. Pierce Elementary School

Program provides educational summer activities for students May 20, 2016 — The PATH Foundation (formerly the Fauquier Health Foundation) announced today that it has awarded a Make it Happen grant of $11,980 to the Margaret M. Pierce Elementary School in Remington. The grant will help to fund a program called L.A.M.P. Mobile (library, art, music, […]

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$25,000 Make It Happen Grant Announced for Tick Surveillance and Analysis Program

$25,000 Make It Happen Grant Announced for Tick Surveillance and Analysis Program Fauquier Lyme Support Group leads partnership of organizations to collect and study pathogenic diseases carried by local ticks May 16, 2016 — The PATH Foundation (formerly the Fauquier Health Foundation) announced today that it has awarded a $25,000 Make it Happen grant to […]

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PATH Foundation and Center for Nonprofit Excellence Launch New Partnership

Center provides tools, training, consulting and resources to help area nonprofits April 26, 2016 — The PATH Foundation celebrated the creation of the PATH Resource Center at an open house on Friday, April 22. Located in Warrenton, the PATH Resource Center will provide education, consulting, volunteer services, connections, and more to nonprofits serving Fauquier, Culpeper […]

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High School Senior Giving Program to Support Give Local Piedmont

High School Senior Giving Program to Support Give Local Piedmont Effort was designed to encourage students to give back to their communities April 25, 2016 — The PATH Foundation announced the results of a philanthropic-focused program designed to have high school seniors think about giving back to their communities. The program offered each high school […]

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Wes Moore Addresses Fauquier County Public High Schools

Wes Moore Addresses Fauquier County Public High Schools New York Times best-selling author discussed importance of decision making March 14, 2016 – The PATH Foundation brought best-selling author Wes Moore to address the high school students at Fauquier County Public Schools. He spoke to enthusiastic crowds at Fauquier, Kettle Run and Liberty high schools throughout […]

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PATH Foundation Awards Make it Happen Grant to Fauquier County Sheriff’s Department

PATH Foundation Awards Make it Happen Grant to Fauquier County Sheriff’s Department Travis Project will provide tools to counteract heroin overdoses March 7, 2016—The PATH Foundation has awarded a $6850 Make it Happen grant to the Fauquier County Sheriff’s Department to fund the Travis Project. This new effort provides all officers with the training and […]

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Make it Happen Grant Provides Workshops for Parents of Preschoolers

Make it Happen Grant Provides Workshops for Parents of Preschoolers January 15, 2016 — The Fauquier Health Foundation announced today that it has awarded a $9,600 Make it Happen grant to Fauquier County Public Schools for a series of parent workshops open to everyone. These workshops will assist parents by providing the proper tools and […]

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Fauquier FISH Grant Will Fund Christmas Dinner Baskets for Those in Need

Fauquier FISH Grant Will Fund Christmas Dinner Baskets for Those in Need December 15, 2016 — The Fauquier Health Foundation announced today that it has awarded a Make it Happen grant of $10,000 to Fauquier F.I.S.H. (for immediate sympathetic help) so that the organization can provide a full Christmas dinner for those in need while […]

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The Arc of North Central Virginia Receives Grant for Outdoor Drinking Fountain at Landmark Playground

The Arc of North Central Virginia Receives Grant for Outdoor Drinking Fountain at Landmark Playground December 14, 2015 — The Fauquier Health Foundation announced today that it has awarded a Make it Happen grant of $6,550 to The Arc of North Central Virginia so that the organization can provide an outdoor drinking fountain at its […]

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WARF Grant Will Fund Offsite Health, Wellness and Exercise Program

WARF Grant Will Fund Offsite Health, Wellness and Exercise Program December 14, 2015 — The Fauquier Health Foundation announced today that it has awarded a Make it Happen grant to the Warrenton Aquatic and Recreation Facility (WARF) to bring health and fitness education to a variety of age groups. The program will bring certified fitness […]

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Fauquier Health Foundation in Search of Feedback from Area Volunteers

Fauquier Health Foundation in Search of Feedback from Area Volunteers Survey will assist organizations in their approach to volunteers November 11, 2015 — The Fauquier Health Foundation (FHF) is distributing community surveys to learn more about volunteerism in Fauquier, Rappahannock and northern Culpeper Counties. Broad community input will help FHF develop strategies to assist agencies […]

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Program to Help those with Alzheimer’s, Autism Funded by Fauquier Health Foundation

Program to Help those with Alzheimer’s, Autism Funded by Fauquier Health Foundation Warrenton Police Department Receives Grant for Project Lifesaver November 2, 2015— Fauquier Health Foundation announced today that it has awarded its first Make it Happen grant to the Warrenton Police Department to fund a partnership with Project Lifesaver International. The primary mission of […]

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John McCarthy Named Chair of Fauquier Health Foundation

John McCarthy Named Chair of Fauquier Health Foundation October 26, 2015 — The Fauquier Health Foundation announces John McCarthy, Rappahannock County Administrator, as its new Chair of the Board of Directors. He succeeds Marshall Doeller who led Fauquier Health through its partnership with LifePoint Health and the Foundation in its evolution from a fundraising organization […]

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Margy Eastham Announced as Fauquier Health Foundation Fall Intern

Margy Eastham Announced as Fauquier Health Foundation Fall Intern MPH candidate to work on issues dedicated to health and wellness October 21, 2015 — Fauquier Health Foundation welcomes Fauquier County native Margy Eastham as its fall intern. Margy is currently pursuing her Master’s in Public Health from the University of Virginia. During the program, she […]

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Grant Information Session on Wednesday, September 30

Grant Information Session on Wednesday, September 30 September 23, 2015 — On Wednesday, September 30, the Bealeton branch library will host Fauquier Health Foundation staff to give an overview of the recently announced $1 million in available grants. Elizabeth Henrickson, Director of Administration and Programs, and Kirsten Dueck, Program Officer, will share tips for submitting […]

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Fauquier Health Foundation to Award $1 Million to Community Programs and Projects in 2016

Fauquier Health Foundation to Award $1 Million to Community Programs and Projects in 2016 September 21, 2015—The Fauquier Health Foundation announced today that it will award $1 million total to selected community projects and programs in 2016. “We’re very excited to be able to provide one million dollars in grants to community projects and programs, […]

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Fauquier Health Foundation Announces $124,000 in Grants

Fauquier Health Foundation Announces $124,000 in Grants July 27, 2015—Today the Fauquier Health Foundation announced grant monies to five area organizations totaling $124,000. These one-time financial infusions were awarded to bolster the efforts of the selected groups to better their communities through different channels affecting overall health and wellness. Christy Connolly, Fauquier Health Foundation President/CEO, […]

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Fauquier Health Foundation Announces More than $350K in Grants

Fauquier Health Foundation Announces More than $350K in Grants Spring Grant program provides funding for 17 regional organizations June 8, 2015—The Fauquier Health Foundation announced today that it has selected 17 area organizations to receive funding in the most recent round of grant applications. The Spring Grant Program was created to assist area organizations with […]

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Fauquier Health Foundation Congratulates Give Local Piedmont Effort

Fauquier Foundation Congratulates Give Local Piedmont Effort May 15, 2015 These gifts made our area’s Give Local campaign – with total donations at $730,000 – the second largest in Virginia! This is an amazing representation of the collective power of individuals and organizations working together to better our communities. On behalf of the Fauquier Health Foundation […]

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Fauquier Health Foundation Surprises Residents

Fauquier Health Foundation Surprises Residents Foundation representatives are out and about in Fauquier, Rappahannock and Northern Culpeper counties providing surprises for health-conscious residents April 15, 2015—The Fauquier Health Foundation announced today that representatives are out and about in the areas of Fauquier, Rappahannock and Northern Culpeper counties looking for people doing something healthy. The Foundation […]

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Five Make it Happen Grants Announced

Five Make it Happen Grants Announced Funds mark end of first year of inaugural program March 6, 2015 — Fauquier Health Foundation announced today that it has awarded the final Make it Happen grants for the inaugural program. Recipients of the grants are: Fauquier County 4-H: $9996 Fauquier County 4-H will use the grant to […]

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Fauquier Health Foundation Launches Spring Grant Program

Fauquier Health Foundation Launches Spring Grant Program Grants will provide support to a number of community organizations February 2, 2015—The Fauquier Health Foundation will begin accepting applications for its Spring Grant Program February 2, 2015. Funds available for the grants total $350,000. Fauquier Health Foundation’s Spring Grant Program was created to provide community organizations with […]

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Creating a Community Garden with a Make it Happen Grant

Creating a Community Garden with a Make it Happen Grant Remington United Methodist Church receives funding from Fauquier Health Foundation to make a dream reality January 19, 2015—The Fauquier Health Foundation announced today that it has awarded a Make it Happen grant to the Remington United Methodist Church. The church will use the grant to […]

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Fauquier Health Foundation Launches Innovative Grant Program

Make it Happen grants open November 18 October 20, 2014—The Fauquier Health Foundation announced today the launch of its first community grants program. Make it Happen will begin accepting grant applications on Tuesday, November 18. Because this is a rolling grant process, there are no fast deadlines for the submission of requests. Make it Happen […]

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