Across the nation, more than 390,000 children rely on foster care. However, a shortage of licensed foster homes is creating a national crisis. While official foster care cases are carefully tracked, many informal examples of kinship care aren’t part of the data. For this Us & Them episode, we hear the experiences of those who’ve been part of the foster care system.

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Economy Jack Walker, Apr. 23, 2024

Advocates Seek Bigger Slice Of State Budget To Address Domestic Violence

Domestic violence prevention nonprofits have not received a state budget increase since 2009. Advocates hope a special session of the West Virginia Legislature could change that.

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Government Jack Walker, Feb. 27, 2024

Domestic Violence Nonprofits Seek New Funds Before Session Ends

Representatives from 14 groups fighting to curb domestic violence in West Virginia gathered at the State Capitol Tuesday morning to request new funding and spread awareness about domestic violence.

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Economy Shepherd Snyder, Feb. 17, 2023

Fellowship Program Seeks To Retain, Develop State’s Young Workforce

Nonprofit group Generation West Virginia is organizing a fellowship program to help retain and advance the careers of young people in the state.

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Economy Amelia Knisely, Dec. 15, 2022

Salvation Army Reports Increased Need For Food In Central W.Va. As Holiday Donations Lag

The nonprofit organization’s annual holiday fundraiser program provides food, toys and more for families.

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WVPB News Liz McCormick, Sep. 18, 2019

Advocates Hope Large Solar Installation On Shepherd Library Inspires More Solar In W.Va.

More than 180 solar panels are now on the roof of Shepherd University’s Scarborough Library. It’s one of the largest solar panel installations in West…

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