Local Organizations Address Opioid Crisis with $10.4M Grants

WV First Foundation gives $10.4M to 38 grant recipients; here are the details

Charleston Gazette-Mail | Tuesday, December 24, 2024

By By Sierra Marling [email protected]

The West Virginia First Foundation awarded $10.4 million in Initial Opportunity Grants to 38 organizations, aiming to tackle the opioid crisis. Among the recipients, local entities such as the Berkeley County Commission and Jefferson County Schools received substantial funding for projects like diversion and interdiction programs, youth prevention initiatives, and child advocacy centers. This initiative reflects a focused effort to enhance community support and resources in towns including Charles Town and Ranson as they face challenges related to substance use disorders. The Charleston Gazette-Mail reports on these critical investments aimed at improving lives across the region.

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