First United Community Dreams Foundation

The First United Community Dreams Foundation is focused on making dreams a reality. Through grants, sponsorships, investments, our Foundation will provide support to our community partners in local nonprofits, institutions, schools and other 501(c)3 organizations who offer critical services and programs in the various communities that we serve.

Dreams Foundation Community Funding Request

List of Funded Organizations

Making Dreams of Vibrant Communities Come True.

A vibrant community is the cornerstone of a high quality of life. That is why we invest in those institutions that contribute to a sense of community and offer an array of programs that make people healthier, happier, and safer. We are focused on partnering with organizations who provide a steadfast commitment to serving veterans and their families, the homeless, underserved populations, and low to moderate income individuals and families.

“Monday Night Lights collaboration with United Way and WVU Center for Community Engagement.”

Dreams of Education and a Prosperous Future

Access to high-quality education for people of all ages and a well-prepared workforce ensures the prosperity of our communities. By providing economic mobility and pathways for people to thrive, the Dreams Foundation aims to help reduce expanding wealth gaps for people of color, minorities and those of low to moderate income levels.

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K-12 Education Support

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College, career or technical readiness and affordability

Job training, placement facilities and programs
Support of scholarship programs and access to high-quality education
Academic support

First United Bank & Trust Community Dreams Foundation

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Workforce Sustainability

Transportation to jobs
Continuing education

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Financial literacy and competency

K-12, college, adult, workforce programming
Senior fraud prevention
Digital and Technology
Cyber security and identity theft

Dreams of a Healthy Family and Safe, Affordable Housing

All individuals and families deserve safe and healthy environments in which they can live and grow. Encouraging better health, providing access to life essentials, a safe, affordable home and helping our youth reach their full potential is at the heart of the values that drive our Company and our communities. We believe in providing solutions.

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Family engagement and resiliency

Access to quality healthcare, food and toiletries
Mentorship opportunities
Family support for mental health and substance abuse
Shelters and assistance for domestic violence
Youth programs for recreation, childcare and tutoring

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Housing stability and home ownership

Homeowner education, credit counseling and support programs
Homeowner hardship assistance programs
Support of low to moderate income housing projects, multifamily housing and rehabilitation and development of neighborhoods

Dreams of Vibrant and Equitable Neighborhoods

Developing inclusive, equitable and revitalized communities where all individuals and families can thrive and succeed is imperative to the growth and sustainability of our communities. Strong small businesses and access to technology, the arts and culture in low to moderate income areas creates jobs and opportunities that attract new neighbors and build inclusive communities. Community programming supports ways for all children and adults to play and create, and for businesses to expand.

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Small business support and financial guidance

Job creation for low to moderate income individuals
Education on SBA loan programs and assistance
Access to capital
Technical assistance and access to business networks
Assistance with research and development for new products, technologies and service innovations