by Community Foundation of Fayette County | Jul 1, 2026 | CFFC News
The seventh annual Fayette Gives will take place on November 5, 2026 and add to the $3.1 million that has been raised over the years. Nonprofits that wish to participate must register at fayettegives.org by September 1 at 5:00 p.m. The Community Foundation of Fayette County (CFFC) hosts Fayette Gives as a “day of giving” to support local nonprofits and engage the community in philanthropy – all in the effort of building a stronger Fayette County.
To participate, an organization must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, must serve Fayette County, and must file an annual Form 990. This year, nonprofits are required to attend one (1) of four (4) training sessions:
- July 14 at 3:00 p.m.
- July 29 at 9:00 a.m.
- August 6 at 9:00 a.m.
- August 11 at 3:00 p.m.
Each training session will cover the same content over the span of one (1) hour and will be held in-person at the CFFC office, located at 250 West Main Street, Uniontown, PA 15401. Nonprofits do not need to register for the training sessions, though attendance will be tracked to confirm participation eligibility.
Additional information about Fayette Gives participation requirements and expectations is listed on the Nonprofit FAQs page at fayettegives.org. For assistance, call Rebecca Wardle at 724-437-8600 x111.
“We’re excited to kick off this year’s Fayette Gives campaign and announce the special incentive that will encourage more donations from the public and help give nonprofits a fundraising boost,” said Jessica Hajek-Bates, CFFC Chief Executive Officer. “Nonprofits will receive a 10% match on eligible Fayette Gives donations, up to a maximum of $10,000.”
The 10% match on donations will be made through the generosity of the Fayette Gives 2026 sponsors. Contributions from sponsors serve as a one-time investment that will help all 100+ participating nonprofits. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, call Lauren Shroyer at 724-437-8600 x110.
by Community Foundation of Fayette County | Jan 2, 2026 | CFFC News
We invite you to the Community Foundation of Fayette County’s annual Gala of Giving ~ Catalyst for Change on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at Seven Springs Mountain Resort! This fabulous event raises money for bigger and bolder funding projects in Fayette County. So far, the foundation has awarded $175,000 in Catalyst for Change Grants to invest in county-wide, collaborative projects that address a variety of community needs. These grant awards are possible through the generous support of our sponsors, attendees, and partners. Your continued support will help spark more positive change and growth!
Join in support through one of the many sponsorship opportunities.
Browse the event website to learn more.
Please direct questions to Trish Desvarro, Event Manager, at desvarro@gmail.com or 724-557-0820.
by Community Foundation of Fayette County | Dec 22, 2025 | CFFC News
Year-end giving is a powerful way to wrap up the year, and the Community Foundation of Fayette County (CFFC) is here to help.
There are many ways to give back, and our staff will take time to learn about your charitable interests and discuss options for how you can make a meaningful impact in the community, supporting the causes you hold close to your heart.
We encourage you to give back during this time of holiday cheer, gift giving, and celebrations as a special way to support our neighbors in need.
Call our office at 724-437-8600 to wrap up 2025 with a bow of charitable giving!
Ways to Donate: Check; Online Credit/Debit Card; Legacy Gift (Join the PA Giving Pledge!); Charitable IRA; Stock Transfer. To learn more, call our office at 724-437-8600.
Click here to donate to CFFC’s Building a Stronger Fayette Fund. This endowment awards grants to Fayette County nonprofits, addressing a variety of community needs — now and into the future. Your contribution will help to build a stronger Fayette County.
by Community Foundation of Fayette County | Dec 12, 2025 | CFFC News
The sixth annual Fayette Gives, held on November 6, 2025, raised $531,613 for 108 local charities. Hosted by the Community Foundation of Fayette County (CFFC), the goal of Fayette Gives is to engage the community in philanthropy and support local charities. The fundraising marathon highlights the work of Fayette County charities and provides a one-stop-shop for charitable giving.
During the 12-hour “day of giving” on November 6, the Fayette Gives website accepted online donations, displayed live results and leaderboards, and hosted hourly cash prize opportunities for charities. Check donations were also accepted ahead of Fayette Gives day, starting in September, and donations received after November 6 have been added to the total. This year, 892 donors contributed through the campaign.
A celebration event was held on December 4 at the foundation office. In attendance were representatives from participating charities, sponsors, and local elected officials.
“The foundation is grateful to everyone who generously donated,” said Jessica Hajek-Bates, CFFC Chief Executive Officer. “We know the charities will put their fundraising dollars to good use, helping to address community needs across Fayette County.”
Fundraising dollars must be used to benefit Fayette County but are otherwise unrestricted for charities’ use.
Fayette Gives has raised a grand total of $3.1 million in six years. “It’s amazing to see the impact of collective charitable giving – that’s what the foundation is all about,” said Hajek-Bates.
$50,000 in cash prizes were distributed, thanks to sponsors. Community Sponsors: Charity Fund; Swimmer Family. Generosity Sponsors: COE Distributing; Nemacolin; Specialty Conduit and Manufacturing. Humanity Sponsors: Columbia Gas/NiSource Charitable Foundation; First Federal Savings and Loan Association of Greene County; Montgomery Medical; Uniontown Walmart Supercenter; Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, Highlands Wealth Management; WVU Medicine Uniontown Hospital.
Visit www.fayettegives.org to learn more and view results.
by Community Foundation of Fayette County | Nov 7, 2025 | CFFC News
November 6, 2025 marked the sixth annual Fayette Gives, a “day of giving” for Fayette County charities hosted by the Community Foundation of Fayette County (CFFC).
Thank you for supporting 100+ local charities through this fundraising marathon!
Together we can build a stronger Fayette County.
Fayette Gives highlights the power of a community-wide effort and the power of charitable giving.
2025 Results:
$517,867
THANK YOU!
View more results at www.fayettegives.org.