The Doddridge County Family Resource Network (DCFRN), a trusted organization that works to promote the health and well-being of all residents in Doddridge County, has taken a major step to secure its long-term sustainability by establishing an endowment fund with the Doddridge County Community Foundation.

The Doddridge County Community Foundation, a regional affiliate of the Parkersburg Area Community Foundation (PACF), has supported vital community initiatives in the area for the past 25 years.  As part of this ongoing legacy, the newly created Doddridge County Family Resource Network Endowment Fund will provide annual operating support to strengthen DCFRN’s essential programs and services for local families and children.

DCFRN provides both ongoing and seasonal support programs serving anywhere from a dozen to over 5,000 individuals annually. These include Blessing Boxes providing food and hygiene supplies; Foster Care Resources for children and families; Life’s Basics Pantry that offers essential good; and the Good Shepherd Tree that brings holiday joy to local families in need.

“In order for us to provide valuable services and resources to serve local families and children, we work hard to identify grant funding for programming,” said Laura Dye-Casteel, Executive Director of DCFRN.  “We’re fortunate to have strong community support, but operational funding remains a challenge.  The Foundation has a long-standing and respected reputation, and this endowment fund ensures we can continue doing the important work we’re called to do, now and far into the future.”

The new fund aligns with DCFRN’s mission to ensure all children and families in Doddridge County live in safe, nurturing environments with access to the resources they need to thrive.

“It's especially meaningful to launch this partnership in the Foundation’s 25th anniversary year,” said Dye-Casteel.  “Their commitment to this county mirrors our own -- building a stronger, healthier community for generations to come.”

Community members wishing to contribute to the Doddridge County FRN Endowment Fund may send donations by check (payable to PACF, with DCFRN Endowment Fund on the memo line) to: PACF, P.O. Box 1762, Parkersburg, WV 26102. Donations may also be made online at www.pacfwv.com/DCFRN.