Community Foundation of Westmoreland County

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Community Forum

News Release

The Community Foundation of Westmoreland County awards $103,000 to regional nonprofits

GREENSBURG, PA, Oct. 20, 2026 — The Community Foundation of Westmoreland County (CFWC) has awarded nine grants totaling more than $103,000 to nine Westmoreland County nonprofits.  

The organizations receiving Community Grants: Timely Needs and Opportunities funding meet physical, social, environmental and emotional needs in our community and/or foster the revitalization of areas in Westmoreland County where a high percentage of the population is living in poverty.

Stories

Why We Give: Judy Knapp and Rick Heil

Why We Give is a series of profiles highlighting the generosity and spirit of our donors, whose partnership with our Foundation has enabled us to strengthen support for so many in our region.