How it works:

• We work with you to address your charitable and financial intentions.
• Our professional staff will help you determine the eligibility and selection criteria for the scholarship fund.
• We assist in the development of a fund agreement, which establishes the fund, the purpose of the fund and the name of the fund.
• You make a gift to the Parkersburg Area Community Foundation — you can give cash, appreciated stocks, real estate, or other assets.
• You receive tax benefits in the year your gift is made.
• We handle all the administrative details and issue scholarships to eligible students in the name of the fund.
• Your gift will be placed into permanent endowment, meaning it will be invested over time and the earnings from your fund are used to award scholarships. Your gift is a permanent source of community capital.