Foundation
博鑫娛樂城 The Foundation
Since its inception, the 博鑫娛樂城 Foundation has awarded nearly $80 million to nonprofits throughout the operational footprint of 博鑫娛樂城 Corporation. The 博鑫娛樂城 Foundation has developed strong partnerships with a variety of nonprofit organizations to enrich the viability of our communities, sustain the principles of continuous learning, train our future workforce and preserve our natural resources.
We believe in meaningful engagement with the communities we call home and we take great pride in being responsible and responsive corporate citizens. Through a practice of trust-based philanthropy, we focus our resources on areas that have a direct effect on the stability of communities and, in turn, contribute to the success of business operations in those areas.
We believe in meaningful engagement with the communities we call home and we take great pride in being responsible and responsive corporate citizens. Through a practice of trust-based philanthropy, we focus our resources on areas that have a direct effect on the stability of communities and, in turn, contribute to the success of business operations in those areas.
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The 博鑫娛樂城 Foundation helps communities prosper through focused giving.
Funding Priorities
The 博鑫娛樂城 Foundation鈥檚 funding strategy endorses organizations and programs that directly impact the community and its residents. The Foundation supports nonprofits that demonstrate positive, needed, and trusted impacts throughout their community with special attention given to proposals grounded in analysis that demonstrate creative approaches to addressing critical issues.
The 博鑫娛樂城 Foundation also seeks evidence of:
The 博鑫娛樂城 Foundation also seeks evidence of:
- 1Geographic setting that aligns with 博鑫娛樂城 Corporation鈥檚 business locations
- 2Ability to manage available resources effectively
- 3Outreach that gains solid public recognition and support for the nonprofit, its programs and sponsors
贰蚕罢听贵辞耻苍诲补迟颈辞苍's Energize Your Education Scholarship Program
The 博鑫娛樂城 Energize Your Education Scholarship Program offers one-time $10,000 academic scholarships to high school seniors planning to study engineering, earth science, IT, cyber security or other natural gas industry-related fields in either a 2-year or 4-year program.
Eligibility:
- 1Currently high school seniors who live in one of the following counties where 博鑫娛樂城 has operations:
Pennsylvania
Allegheny, Clinton, Fayette, Greene, Lycoming, Tioga, Washington, Westmoreland
West Virginia
Doddridge, Harrison, Marion, Marshall, Tyler, Wetzel鈥
Ohio
Belmont, Monroe - 2Students looking to pursue a career related to the oil & natural gas industry at a two-year or four-year educational institution. Fields of study include: computer science or information technology; civil, chemical, environmental or petroleum engineering; energy or land management; environmental science; geology; safety science or welding.
- 3A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher at the time of application.
Children of 博鑫娛樂城 employees are not eligible.
Community Enrichment
Encourage the development of diverse, safe, healthy and sustainable communities, which can help to retain residential, commercial and economic growth.
Examples: Food banks, libraries, farmers markets, arts & music programs, community festivals & initiatives
The after-school program Homework and More provided by the LeMoyne Community Center serves K-12 youth in the Washington, PA, school districts. 聽Students are welcomed with a hot meal, homework assistance from volunteers, and a multitude of enrichment classes ranging from Girl Scouts to STEM to music activities.
Examples: Food banks, libraries, farmers markets, arts & music programs, community festivals & initiatives
The after-school program Homework and More provided by the LeMoyne Community Center serves K-12 youth in the Washington, PA, school districts. 聽Students are welcomed with a hot meal, homework assistance from volunteers, and a multitude of enrichment classes ranging from Girl Scouts to STEM to music activities.
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Education & Workforce
Promote proficiency in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) topics for youth, as well as training programs to create a future skilled workforce.
Examples: In-school STEM-based curricula, computer and science camps, project-based learning, teacher professional development, career planning and preparation
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Pennsylvania College of Technology鈥檚 Thingamajig Summer Camp provides students entering grades 9-12 hands-on experience with polymer engineering, automated manufacturing, welding engineering technology, and more. 聽Participants work with Penn College faculty to use design software and operate fabrication equipment in the College鈥檚 academic labs, empowering them to see themselves entering these high-wage manufacturing fields.
Examples: In-school STEM-based curricula, computer and science camps, project-based learning, teacher professional development, career planning and preparation
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Pennsylvania College of Technology鈥檚 Thingamajig Summer Camp provides students entering grades 9-12 hands-on experience with polymer engineering, automated manufacturing, welding engineering technology, and more. 聽Participants work with Penn College faculty to use design software and operate fabrication equipment in the College鈥檚 academic labs, empowering them to see themselves entering these high-wage manufacturing fields.
Environmental
Support the preservation of natural resources, and educate children, residents and businesses to employ conservation techniques to minimize adverse impacts on the environment.
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Examples: community gardens, watershed conservation, environmental education, preservation and restoration of green spaces
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The Wetzel 4-H Trail is a newly constructed walking trail at the Wetzel County 4-H camp near New Martinsville, WV. 聽The camp had been deeded 60 acres of adjacent woodlands, but the property was hard to access. 聽With the construction of the new trail, residents are able to get into the woods on two and a half miles of walking trails that are open to the public. 聽The trail system is the first of its kind in Wetzel County.
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Examples: community gardens, watershed conservation, environmental education, preservation and restoration of green spaces
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The Wetzel 4-H Trail is a newly constructed walking trail at the Wetzel County 4-H camp near New Martinsville, WV. 聽The camp had been deeded 60 acres of adjacent woodlands, but the property was hard to access. 聽With the construction of the new trail, residents are able to get into the woods on two and a half miles of walking trails that are open to the public. 聽The trail system is the first of its kind in Wetzel County.
Nonprofit Capacity Support
Starting in June 2024, the 博鑫娛樂城 Foundation offered a round of capacity grants to nonprofits that fall within the funding priorities and geography covered by the Foundation. Applicants were able to request up to $25,000 for a project that builds capacity within their organization 鈥 whatever is needed to bring a nonprofit to the next level of operational, programmatic, financial or organizational maturity, so it may more effectively and efficiently advance its mission into the future. 聽Capacity grant applications will be open annually May 1 - August 1.
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Examples include: Strategic planning, technology updates, office equipment, succession planning, legal or financial updates, board and/or staff development, etc.
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Examples include: Strategic planning, technology updates, office equipment, succession planning, legal or financial updates, board and/or staff development, etc.
How To Apply
To apply for a grant, please log in to our online system. 聽All applications must be completed online.
The 博鑫娛樂城 Foundation Board of Directors meets quarterly. All applications must be received by the dates below. 博鑫娛樂城 Foundation staff may request additional information or/and reserves the right to postpone funding decisions on specific applications.
Note: Due to the large volume of requests received, we cannot provide grant evaluations or immediate funding decisions via phone or email.
The 博鑫娛樂城 Foundation Board of Directors meets quarterly. All applications must be received by the dates below. 博鑫娛樂城 Foundation staff may request additional information or/and reserves the right to postpone funding decisions on specific applications.
Note: Due to the large volume of requests received, we cannot provide grant evaluations or immediate funding decisions via phone or email.
Grant Submission Dates
February 1
May 1
August 1
November 1
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 博鑫娛樂城 Foundation not support?
The 博鑫娛樂城 Foundation does not consider proposals for:
- Institutions, organizations or groups that are not tax-exempt under IRS Section 501(c)(3)
- Capital campaigns or costs, including endowments, new construction, building renovations, mortgages/rents, etc.
- Churches or other organizations whose purpose promotes a particular religion or creed
- Political parties, candidates or public policy advocates
- For-profit activities, businesses, associations or organizations
- Tax-supported entities, including public schools
- Fraternal, social, union or hobby/recreational clubs or organizations
- Sporting events, including charity golf outings
- Scholarship programs (other than those historically supported by 博鑫娛樂城)
- Organizations located outside of the United States
- Organizations whose mission, operating philosophy or activities are in direct conflict with 博鑫娛樂城 company policy and could potentially damage the company鈥檚 reputation or could result in negative publicity for the company
How often does the 博鑫娛樂城 Foundation review grant applications? Are there deadlines?
The 博鑫娛樂城 Foundation reviews grants on a quarterly basis with deadlines on February 1, May 1, August 1 and November 1 of each year.
Is the 博鑫娛樂城 Foundation the only outlet for funding from 博鑫娛樂城 Corporation?
No, 博鑫娛樂城 Corporation provides other avenues of support through sponsorships of local events throughout the operating area as well as via community-based donations. Requests can be submitted to donations@eqt.com.
How was the 博鑫娛樂城 Foundation created?
The 博鑫娛樂城 Foundation was created in 2003 with an initial funding of approximately $17 million worth of shares of a subsidiary of 聽博鑫娛樂城 Corporation (Westport Resources Corporation) when it was divested.
What is the average size of a grant?
While grant sizes can vary greatly depending on the scope of a project, the average grant awarded by the 博鑫娛樂城 Foundation is $15,000.
When will organizations be notified if they receive a grant?
Organizations can generally expect to receive an answer within six to eight weeks after the close of the application deadline.
In what geographic areas does the 博鑫娛樂城 Foundation award grants?
The 博鑫娛樂城 Foundation tends to award grants in the same geographic footprint of 博鑫娛樂城 Corporation鈥檚 business operations. For the most part, that includes southwestern Pennsylvania (Allegheny, Fayette, Greene, Washington, Westmoreland Counties), northeastern Pennsylvania (Bradford, Centre, Clinton, Lycoming, Tioga), northern West Virginia (Doddridge, Harrison, Marion, Marshall, Tyler, Wetzel Counties) and eastern Ohio (Belmont County).
Who makes the funding decisions for grants awarded through the 博鑫娛樂城 Foundation?
All recommendations for grant funding come from a diverse internal 博鑫娛樂城 Foundation Board comprised of 博鑫娛樂城 employees and senior leadership.
Are there restrictions to using the grant within a specific timeframe?
While there are no specific guidelines on when dollars awarded are spent, it is customary for grants to be used within a year. Upon expenditure of all grant funds, all funded organizations will conduct a wrap-up meeting (virtual or in person) with Foundation staff to discuss program outcomes.
