The Melvin J. Keller Memorial Scholarship Fund
The Melvin J. Keller Memorial Scholarship was established in the spring of 2008 as a tribute to a man who lived his life in service to others. He was a beloved husband, father and grandfather who was passionate about his family, church and community. Mr. Keller worked for the Prudential Insurance Company for almost 30 years, was active in the Trinity Lutheran Church of Connellsville, and worked to better the city of Connellsville. He was very proud of his membership in the Rotary Club, where he had a perfect attendance record of 63 years. Mr. Keller's dedication to the improvement of education led him to serve as a member of the school board of the Connellsville School District for seventeen years. For that reason, his family chose to create this scholarship to aid graduating seniors going into the field of education from Connellsville Area High School. His family hopes that this scholarship will help those students achieve their dream of a college education.
About the Community Foundation of Fayette County
In 1914, Frederick Goff of Cleveland, Ohio introduced the concept of a "community foundation." Part of his intent was to establish an agency where people of relatively modest means could engage in large-scale philanthropy by pooling their contributions.
The Community Foundation of Fayette County was founded in 1999 on the same traditional principles as Frederick Goff's original intent. In partnership with donors, non-profit organizations, and the community, the CFFC improves the quality of life for all residents of Fayette County.
The CFFC is an important philanthropic vehicle in the County and builds "community capital" by professionally managing donated funds, linking donors with charities, providing support to non-profits, and addressing community concerns.
The Community Foundation of Fayette County promotes philanthropy and community improvement by attracting, managing, and distributing charitable resources.
Why choose a Community Foundation for your charitable giving?
There are many reasons why it makes sense to make charitable donations to a community foundation, rather than donating directly to a charity. Most importantly, you can make multiple designations through one gift, and guarantee stewardship of that gift. You can make unrestricted contributions and have them directed to organizations with the most need. And you can rest assured that your gift will keep on giving, even if your favorite charity goes out of business. You will be creating a legacy in your family's name.
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Video Segment on CFFC Programs and Services
