📣 In this inspirational episode of GrantTalk, powered by GrantWatch, we take you to the heart of Appalachia, where The Wade Center is transforming lives! 🌟 Join your host Libby Hikind as she interviews Karen Harvey, a passionate advocate who has helped secure over $90,000 in grants to support at-risk children with enriching after-school and summer programs.   🌟 A Mission That Changes Lives Located in Bluefield, West Virginia, The Wade Center provides a safe, nurturing environment for children ages 6–12, offering programs that include: 📚 Homework Help 💻 Access to a State-of-the-Art Computer Lab 🎨 Art Classes and Field Trips ⚽ Physical Activities in a Playground & Gym 🙏 Devotionals and Character-Building Activities   💰 How Grants Make It All Possible Karen Harvey shares her incredible journey of securing grants that transformed her work. Check out these key grant wins:   American Electric Power: https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/197445/grants-to-usa-nonprofits-in-multiple-states-to-benefit-communities-in-the-areas-of-environment-education-and-human-services.html   William and Helen Thomas Charitable Trust: https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/174635/grants-to-usa-nonprofits-in-multiple-states-to-address-the-needs-of-the-underserved-and-to-protect-the-local-environment.html   Dollar General Literacy Foundation: https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/180349/grants-to-usa-nonprofits-libraries-and-schools-for-student-literacy-programs.html   Nora Roberts Foundation: https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/178281/grants-to-maryland-washington-dc-and-west-virginia-nonprofits-for-literacy-children-arts-and-humanitarian-programs.html   Proliteracy Worldwide: https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/199955/grants-to-usa-nonprofits-to-support-the-provision-of-literacy-services-for-students.html   DiscoverE Outreach: https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/192568/grants-to-usa-nonprofits-for-programs-to-engage-students-in-engineering.html   These grants have not only elevated the quality of their programs but have also sparked new opportunities for the children. 🎙 Meet the Team That Makes It Happen While Karen Harvey has been instrumental in securing funding, the center thrives under the dynamic leadership of Betty Brainerd, The Wade Center’s Executive Director. Known for her boundless energy, Betty ensures the center continues to grow and serve its mission with passion and purpose. 🔥 Grant Writing Tips from Karen Harvey For aspiring grant writers and nonprofits, Karen offers these golden tips:   1️⃣ Follow Directions: Answer funders’ questions directly and align with their mission. 2️⃣ Start Small: Build your credibility by applying for smaller grants first. 3️⃣ Leverage Success: Use past wins to strengthen future applications.   🌍 Be Part of the Change You can volunteer, donate, or partner to support The Wade Center’s incredible work! 📧 Contact: info@wadecenter.com 🌐 Website: The Wade Center 📍 Located in Bluefield, West Virginia, where hope is being rebuilt every day. 🔗 Want to Find Grants Like These? The Wade Center discovered its transformative funding opportunities through GrantWatch, the go-to resource for nonprofits and organizations seeking grants. Explore thousands of grant opportunities today: 🔗 Find Grants on GrantWatch 💬 Share your thoughts and stories in the comments! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell 🔔 to stay updated on more inspiring grant success stories. 📣 Together, we can change lives—one grant at a time! 💪   #GrantTalk #GrantsForGood #WadeCenter #AfterSchoolPrograms #NonprofitSuccess #CommunityImpact #grants #philanthropy #education #literacy #educationalcontent #funding #nonprofits