People Working Cooperatively Receives Grants for Northern Kentucky Home RepairsIn full-swing of its 35th anniversary year, People Working Cooperatively (PWC) announced today it has secured more than $100,000 in grant funds to carry out its mission to repair the community one home at a time, specifically in the Northern Kentucky area. CINCINNATI – In full-swing of its 35th anniversary year, People Working Cooperatively (PWC) announced today it has secured more than $100,000 in grant funds to carry out its mission to repair the community one home at a time, specifically in the Northern Kentucky area. PWC received three separate grants: two from The Greater Cincinnati Foundation (GCF) and one from The R.C. Durr Foundation, Inc. to provide its services in Northern Kentucky. PWC received a grant of $50,000 from the Weathering the Economic Storm Fund, a partnership of funders, managed by The Greater Cincinnati Foundation. In addition, PWC received a grant of $60,000 from the Northern Kentucky Family of Funds at The Greater Cincinnati Foundation and $15,000 from The R.C. Durr Foundation, Inc. “We’ve seen a great increase in the need for our services, especially in the Northern Kentucky region” said Jock Pitts, president of PWC. “By receiving grants like this, foundations are acknowledging the need exists and PWC is the organization to provide the services. We are extremely pleased to be selected to address this need.” The grant from the Northern Kentucky Family of Funds at The Greater Cincinnati Foundation will allow PWC to provide home repairs and modifications in Northern Kentucky while the grant from the Weathering the Economic Storm Fund will be used to provide assistance with emergency home repairs and energy conservation for low income homes in both Northern Kentucky and Ohio. The grant was awarded as part of the “Weathering the Economic Storm” initiative created by GCF, a community-wide response to help individuals, families and nonprofit organizations move toward economic stability. In addition to the GCF grants, People Working Cooperatively was awarded $15,000 for home modifications in Northern Kentucky by The R.C. Durr Foundation, Inc. The foundation is dedicated to celebrating the life and legacy of its benefactor, R.C. Durr, by providing philanthropic support to improve the quality of life of the larger Northern Kentucky region. “We are extremely proud to receive the grants,” said Chris Owens, director of development at PWC. “It’s validating that the community recognizes the good work that PWC has been committed to for the past 35 years, and we’re eager to continue that work.” Incorporated in 1975, People Working Cooperatively is a unique, non-profit organization serving low-income, elderly, and disabled homeowners in 19 counties of Southwestern Ohio, Northern Kentucky and Indiana. PWC strengthens communities by providing professional, critical home repairs, weatherization, modification, and maintenance services to help residents stay safely in their homes. PWC’s “Whole House” solution to home repair allows the organization to supply more than 11,600 services annually to homeowners unable to adequately care for their homes. PWC’s services are critical, not cosmetic, focusing on very basic living essentials that keep a home safe and habitable - like heat, running water, working toilets and solid roofing. When possible, PWC helps homeowners become more self-sufficient in the care of their home. About The Greater Cincinnati Foundation The Greater Cincinnati Foundation helps people make the most of their giving to build a better community. We believe in the power of philanthropy to change the lives of people and communities. As ac community foundation, GCF makes grants and provides leadership in six key areas: arts and culture, community and economic development, education, the environment, health, and human services. And effective steward of the community’s charitable resources since 1963, the Foundation inspires philanthropy in eight counties in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana. About People Working Cooperatively Incorporated in 1975, People Working Cooperatively (PWC) is a non-profit organization serving low-income, elderly, and disabled homeowners in 19 counties of Southwestern Ohio, Northern Kentucky and Indiana. PWC strengthens communities by providing professional, critical home repair, weatherization, modification, and maintenance services to help residents stay safely in their homes. In the last 35 years, PWC’s staff of licensed, trained employees and dedicated corps of 5,000-plus volunteers have assisted more than 200,000 individuals. For more information, visit www.pwchomerepairs.org or call (513) 351-7921. |
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