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• Government
• Borough of Waynesburg -  Homepage with links to the borough's government, departments, businesses, education, parks and recreation, events, and utilities.
• Greene County, PA -  Homepage with links to the county's government, departments/services, businesses, and residents. 

• Non-Profit - Service Providing
• EQT Foundation- EQT is proud to be a part of the many communities where we operate, live and work. We believe strongly that giving back is a responsibility, and we’ve stayed true to that belief since the EQT Foundation was established in 2003 as a dedicated resource for financial, in-kind and volunteer support to communities touched by our business. Since its inception, the EQT Foundation has awarded more than $60 million to nonprofits throughout the operational footprint of EQT Corporation. We are committed to supporting the education and training of children and adults; the development of diverse, livable communities; and preserving our natural environments.
• Greene County United Way - The United Way changes lives throughout Greene County by identifying community needs, supporting the services that meet those needs and providing results to our residents. These programs offer solutions to critical county issues, including supporting seniors, health and wellness, emergency assistance and investing in the education of our youth.

• Non-Profit - Advocacy/Membership/Network
• Boy Scouts of America Laurel Highlands Council- Laurel Highlands Council serves nearly 17,000 youth members and 5,000 volunteer adult leaders throughout its multi-state footprint in Western Pennsylvania, Western Maryland, and parts of West Virginia. Their mission statement is to be the premier youth development program in our communities by engaging young people to improve the world by inspiring leadership, character, and purpose.

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Arts, Culture and Media

• Government
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• Non-Profit - Service Providing
• Servant Song Ministries-  Servant Song is an ecumenical, collaborative ministry of like-minded individuals who seek to further the message and mission of Jesus Christ for the betterment of humankind and the world. This ministry encourages and promotes spiritual growth and enrichment through prayer, silence, retreats, education, and spiritual direction in the Christian tradition

• Non-Profit - Advocacy/Membership/Network
•  Cornerstone Genealogical Society- Preserving Greene County family history, the society houses a vast collection (library) of genealogical research materials and family histories that are tapped into by people from all over the world. The collection includes 3,000 books and 360 rolls of microfilm of early newspapers.
•  Greene County Historical Society Museum-  The Greene County Historical Society represents every citizen of Greene County and its surrounding areas. Our responsibility is to preserve the wonderful stories of our forefathers and maintain the artifacts of our shared history to educate generations to come. Keeping up with this philosophy, we have a variety of historical and cultural events that celebrate the common culture and heritage of our communities throughout the summer and autumn that are open to all.

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Children, Youth and Family

• Government
• Greene County Children & Youth Services - Provides for the immediate safety and protection of children from abuse and neglect, to keep children with their own families whenever possible, to provide temporary substitutive care of children when necessary and to reunite children with their families as quickly as possible after placement.
• Children and Youth Advisory Board-  Meetings are held at 9:00am every 2nd Tuesday of each odd month.

• Non-Profit - Service Providing
• Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh- the region’s premier evidenced-based youth mentoring agency—earning national recognition for program quality and organizational excellence. Their target population includes children ages 6-18 from single parent families, low-income households, and underperforming schools. In many cases, these children have incarcerated parents, encounter bullying in school, and face other challenging circumstances that increase their susceptibility to negative outcomes.
• Blue Prints-  Blueprints, formerly Community Action Southwest, is a non-profit organization that serves 20,000 residents in Greene County, Washington County, and West Virginia. Our 50 programs act as catalyst to mobilize the resources of the entire community, enabling families and individuals to attain the skills, knowledge, motivations, and opportunities to become self-sufficient.
• Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children (CASA)- Their volunteers advocate for the best interests of neglected and abused children involved in dependency court proceedings. They recruit, train, and support community volunteers who advocate for these children.

•  Catholic Charities- At the Greene County Outreach, they provide free, confidential pregnancy testing; counseling and education; and free infant-care items to expectant parents and the parents of children up to the age of 2. All Pregnancy and Parenting services are free and available to all who approach them for help.

• Cornerstone Genealogical Society- Preserving Greene County family history, the society houses a vast collection (library) of genealogical research materials and family histories that are tapped into by people from all over the world. The collection includes 3,000 books and 360 rolls of mircrofilm of early newspapers.

• Crisis Pregnancy Center- The center (a Christian based organization) offers: free pregnancy tests; counseling regarding abortion and abortion alternatives; referrals for medical care and legal assistance, housing, transportation, childbirth instruction; referrals for adoption; post-abortion counseling. Currently accepting cash donations, used or new baby items, diapers and maternity clothes.

• Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern PA-  The mission of Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern Pennsylvania is to increase awareness of domestic violence and its effect on the community, to empower those victimized by providing advocacy and safe and effective services, and to work for social change designed to eliminate domestic violence.

•  Eva K. Bowlby Public Library -  Provides free library service to all adults, children and young people of Greene County. It makes accessible to the community a growing collection of resources, needed information, research, recreation, and after-school tutoring for school age and high school students.
• Greene County United Way- The United Way changes lives throughout Greene County by identifying community needs, supporting the services that meet those needs and providing results to our residents. These programs offer solutions to critical county issues, including supporting seniors, health and wellness, emergency assistance and investing in the education of our youth. 
•  Rainbow's End Learning Center- Children of all abilities are invited to learn, play, and grow in a safe, inclusive, and well-supervised environment. This is quality early learning care that inspires creative, confident thinking, and where children can develop fully. Their program’s philosophy is developed around an educationally based, hands-on approach to learning, utilizing the Creative Curriculum. This philosophy is adapted to meet the individual needs of the children in each classroom environment, infancy (6 weeks old) through elementary school age (12 years old).
•  The Salvation Army-  The Salvation Army Service Center provides Greene County residents with emergency need for assistance with Utilities, Rent, Lodging,  prescription meds, burial or food. They provide shopping at their free clothing/household warehouse and the opportunity to participate in their special programs: Camp Allegheny, Project Bundle-Up, Back to School Clothing, Treasures for Children, Kids’ Birthday Club, Baby Bags for New Moms.

• Non-Profit - Advocacy/Membership/Network
• Boy Scouts of America Laurel Highlands Council- Laurel Highlands Council serves nearly 17,000 youth members and 5,000 volunteer adult leaders throughout its multi-state footprint in Western Pennsylvania, Western Maryland, and parts of West Virginia. Their mission statement is to be the premier youth development program in our communities by engaging young people to improve the world by inspiring leadership, character, and purpose.

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• Axiom Family Counseling- Provides therapeutic interventions including adult and childhood psychiatric and psychological evaluations, medication management, individual and family therapy and support groups.

Citizenship and Government

• Government
• Greene County Board of Elections-  To review and vote on matters concerning voter registration and elections as prescribed by legislation.

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• Non-Profit - Advocacy/Membership/Network
• Democratic Committee of Greene County- Their purpose is to encourage participation within the Democratic Party of Greene County as well as educate the importance of voting in the election process.
• Greene County Republican Party-  The Republican (GOP) Committee of Greene County, PA.

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Economy and Jobs

• Government
•  Greene County Business Page- Historically, our economy has been dependent upon the coal industry, agriculture and most recently natural gas. We value these industries as the backbone of our economy, but also strive to introduce technology, tourism, small business development and expanded retail services in order to diversify our economy."
•  Waynesburg Borough Business Page- A list of all the churches and businesses in Waynesburg Borough.

• Non-Profit - Service Providing
• Community Foundation of Greene County- The purpose of the foundation is to provide individuals and organizations with a vehicle for philanthropic opportunities to enhance the financial stability of charities & programs in our community. Their efforts involve securing grants and attracting and distributing funds for non-profits for the long-term benefit of Greene County.
• EQT Foundation - EQT is proud to be a part of the many communities where we operate, live and work. We believe strongly that giving back is a responsibility, and we’ve stayed true to that belief since the EQT Foundation was established in 2003 as a dedicated resource for financial, in-kind and volunteer support to communities touched by our business. Since its inception, the EQT Foundation has awarded more than $60 million to nonprofits throughout the operational footprint of EQT Corporation. We are committed to supporting the education and training of children and adults; the development of diverse, livable communities; and preserving our natural environments. 
•  Greene County Career & Technology Center- an educational facility founded in 1970. Offering 13 professional programs to high school and adult students from five local school districts, GCCTC has a program to match nearly every career and educational goal. Students have the opportunity to earn college credits through their program while still in high school through GCCTC's participation in the Statewide Articulation Program. Career-minded students can take advantage of important career training and employment opportunities offered through the school, as well as their program's offered professional certifications. The mission of GCCTC is to provide quality career-technical education programs and services that prepare youth and adults for success in the workplace, postsecondary, and community, now and in the future.

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•  Greene County Chamber of Commerce-  To provide services and programs that will increase the success of member businesses and organizations and enhance the economy and quality of life in the Waynesburg Area. To remain a politically unbiased and enthusiastic resource to our members and the community at large.
•  Waynesburg Prosperous and Beautiful- The mission of Waynesburg Prosperous & Beautiful represents a community endeavor to preserve, and revitalize our historic downtown area as we cultivate a heightened public awareness of the educational, cultural and historical opportunities and convenience in shopping associated with visiting the Waynesburg Main Street area.

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•  Greene County Industrial Developments INC- GCIDC is continuing development of the business parks it owns. They continue to work towards a collective teamwork approach in achieving economic development for our area by including community, educational and financial institutions and utilities along with local, state and federal government representatives working as partners toward a common goal. 

Education

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• Non-Profit - Service Providing
• Blue Prints-  Blueprints, formerly Community Action Southwest, is a non-profit organization that serves 20,000 residents in Greene County, Washington County, and West Virginia. Our 50 programs act as catalyst to mobilize the resources of the entire community, enabling families and individuals to attain the skills, knowledge, motivations, and opportunities to become self-sufficient. 
• EQT Foundation - EQT is proud to be a part of the many communities where we operate, live and work. We believe strongly that giving back is a responsibility, and we’ve stayed true to that belief since the EQT Foundation was established in 2003 as a dedicated resource for financial, in-kind and volunteer support to communities touched by our business. Since its inception, the EQT Foundation has awarded more than $60 million to nonprofits throughout the operational footprint of EQT Corporation. We are committed to supporting the education and training of children and adults; the development of diverse, livable communities; and preserving our natural environments. 
•  Eva K. Bowlby Public Library- Provides free library service to all adults, children and young people of Greene County. It makes accessible to the community a growing collection of resources, needed information, research, recreation, and after-school tutoring for school age and high school students.
• Flenniken Public Library-  public library in Carmichaels, PA that offer usual services such as book check outs, research, and computer services as well as other services and activities like classes, seminars, and entertainment.
• Greene County United Way- The United Way changes lives throughout Greene County by identifying community needs, supporting the services that meet those needs and providing results to our residents. These programs offer solutions to critical county issues, including supporting seniors, health and wellness, emergency assistance and investing in the education of our youth.

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•  Central Greene School District- The district operates one elementary school K-5, one middle school 6-8 and one senior high school 9-12. A professional staff, teachers, support personnel and administrators are dedicated to providing the finest educational programs possible to the students of the Central Greene School District.
• Open Door Christian School- Christian co-educational preschool, elementary & high school curriculum; ABEKA curriculum (phonetic reading, language, science and history, traditional math), Bible class, foreign languages, art & music.
• Waynesburg University- Waynesburg University educates students to make connections between faith, learning and serving so they might faithfully transform their communities and the world. As a Christian comprehensive University, we strive to inspire and challenge every undergraduate and graduate student to a life of leadership and purpose for the glory of God.
• West Greene School District-  West Greene School District operates three schools: Graysville Elementary School, West Greene Middle and West Greene Senior High School. 
 

Environment and Natural Resources

• Government
•  Greene County Conservation District- The District's mission is the protection, stewardship, and conservation of Greene County's natural resources and to ensure a wise balance between environmental protection and the needs and desires of county landowners. The District serves the public trust, promotes awareness of conservation practices, offers technical assistance to landowners and municipalities and offer a first-line assessment of environmental complaints.
•  Greene County GRACE Program- Greene County's Reinvestment in Agriculture: Cost Share Enhancement Program (GRACE) is a conservation based program designed to enhance soil health within the agriculture community. Active farmers, farmers that rent or new farmers with animals may apply for livestock conservation fencing, lime, water development projects and fertilizer. The program also funds various forestry practices, such as invasive species control.

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• Non-Profit - Advocacy/Membership/Network
• EQT Foundation - EQT is proud to be a part of the many communities where we operate, live and work. We believe strongly that giving back is a responsibility, and we’ve stayed true to that belief since the EQT Foundation was established in 2003 as a dedicated resource for financial, in-kind and volunteer support to communities touched by our business. Since its inception, the EQT Foundation has awarded more than $60 million to nonprofits throughout the operational footprint of EQT Corporation. We are committed to supporting the education and training of children and adults; the development of diverse, livable communities; and preserving our natural environments. 
• Izaak Walton League of America-  Izaak Walton League of America is a conservation organization providing education and advocacy on environmental issues from the county level up to a worldwide perspective. At present the local chapter is concerned with several issues, including the establishment of a canoe/kayak waterway trail on Ten Mile Creek, from Waynesburg to the mouth just beyond Clarksville. They have also been active in working to keep the water quality ratings for the local creeks and rivers from being downgraded and have actually assisted in several of them being upgraded.

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Health and Wellness

• Government
• Greene County Drug & Alcohol/ SCA Planning Committee-  All meetings will be held in the large conference room on the 3rd floor of the Fort Jackson Building at 4:00PM.  All Public is Invited to Attend.
• Greene County Drug Task Force- Agents of the attorney general's office manage Greene County's Drug Task Force with the assistance of the District Attorney of Greene County. It is composed of members of local police departments and Greene County detectives. The detectives serve on the task force in addition to their regular duties as police officers and draw upon their experience to recognize, evaluate, and eradicate drug trafficking in Greene County. 

• Non-Profit - Service Providing
•  Corner Cupboard Foodbank- The mission of Corner Cupboard Food Bank, Inc., is to feed hungry people by soliciting and judiciously distributing food and grocery products through a county-wide network of food pantries and agencies, and to educate people about the nature of and solutions to the problems of hunger.
• Cornerstone Care Community Health Center- a non-profit network of Federally Qualified Community Health Centers (FQHC) and practices serving communities throughout Southwestern Pennsylvania, and Northern West Virginia. Their mission is to improve the health of our patients and the residents of our community with special concern for the underserved.
• EQT Foundation - EQT is proud to be a part of the many communities where we operate, live and work. We believe strongly that giving back is a responsibility, and we’ve stayed true to that belief since the EQT Foundation was established in 2003 as a dedicated resource for financial, in-kind and volunteer support to communities touched by our business. Since its inception, the EQT Foundation has awarded more than $60 million to nonprofits throughout the operational footprint of EQT Corporation. We are committed to supporting the education and training of children and adults; the development of diverse, livable communities; and preserving our natural environments. 
• Greene ARC- Greene Arc, Inc. is a non-profit corporation providing Residential, Vocational, Day Support, Job Opportunities, Advocacy and Mental Health/Recovery Services to citizens with disabilities of Greene and surrounding counties. Our goal is to promote the independence and employment of individuals with disabilities.
• Greene County United Way- The United Way changes lives throughout Greene County by identifying community needs, supporting the services that meet those needs and providing results to our residents. These programs offer solutions to critical county issues, including supporting seniors, health and wellness, emergency assistance and investing in the education of our youth. 
• Southwestern Pennsylvania Human Services, Inc. (SPHS)- SPHS provides the full range of management/administrative services and central oversight to a comprehensive health and human service provider system, which allows the affiliates to concentrate their energies on direct service delivery throughout the four county region of southwestern Pennsylvania. Through this partnership, SPHS and its affiliates conduct strategic planning, develop programs and provide human services throughout Butler, Fayette, Greene, Washington and Westmoreland counties; serving over 60,000 people annually throughout 60 service locations while employing more than 1,000 professional, clinical, and support personnel.
• SPHS Care Center-  The Care Center provides quality recovery based, trauma informed, integrated services for behavioral health, drug and alcohol addiction, victim services and gambling including: education, intervention, case management, treatment, after care and referrals to consumers in Washington and Greene Counties.  All services are provided in cooperation with the Greene County Human Services Department. 

• Non-Profit - Advocacy/Membership/Network
• Coalition For A Brighter Greene- The Mission of The Coalition for a Brighter Greene is to advocate continuous progress towards a drug-free Greene County.  We promote efforts that further this purpose by advancing positive, durable change. We provide nonpartisan leadership, collaboration, and resources that inform, educate, and empower our citizens.  We encourage and support enduring success in prevention, accountability and recovery.  Our work cultivates a caring, safe, healthy, thriving community. 

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Housing and Community Development

• Government 
•  Greene County Airport- Greene County Airport can accept light aircraft. International air terminals and air-freight services are available at Pittsburgh International Airport, just one hour north of Waynesburg.
•  Greene County Housing and Family Resources- Offers a full continuum of housing services. The Philosophy of the County is to keep people housed whenever possible and if they become homeless, to assist them to move to permanent housing. Our programs serve the following: Persons at risk of homelessness, Homeless, Persons with Behavioral Health (Mental Health and Drug Alcohol) Issues, Low Income families and individuals, Families involved with Children and Youth, Persons with Special Needs and/ or Disabilities, Seniors, Youth in transition, Person involved in the Criminal Justice System, and Veterans.

• Non-Profit - Service Providing
• EQT Foundation - EQT is proud to be a part of the many communities where we operate, live and work. We believe strongly that giving back is a responsibility, and we’ve stayed true to that belief since the EQT Foundation was established in 2003 as a dedicated resource for financial, in-kind and volunteer support to communities touched by our business. Since its inception, the EQT Foundation has awarded more than $60 million to nonprofits throughout the operational footprint of EQT Corporation. We are committed to supporting the education and training of children and adults; the development of diverse, livable communities; and preserving our natural environments. 
• Greene County United Way- The United Way changes lives throughout Greene County by identifying community needs, supporting the services that meet those needs and providing results to our residents. These programs offer solutions to critical county issues, including supporting seniors, health and wellness, emergency assistance and investing in the education of our youth. 

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International Issues

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Justice, Crime and Public Safety

• Government
• Greene County District Attorney- The District Attorney prosecutes criminal cases arising in Greene County, provides legal support to police investigators, and represents the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania at trial and on appeal.
• Greene County Drug Task Force- Agents of the attorney general's office manage Greene County's Drug Task Force with the assistance of the District Attorney of Greene County. It is composed of members of local police departments and Greene County detectives. The detectives serve on the task force in addition to their regular duties as police officers and draw upon their experience to recognize, evaluate, and eradicate drug trafficking in Greene County. 
• Greene County Prison- It is the mission of the Greene County Prison to serve and protect the County’s citizens with safe, humane, and lawful incarceration of offenders, by providing treatment programming and structure to support inmate accountability and successful community integration.
• Greene County Prothonotary Office- The Prothonotary is the keeper/clerk of the records of the Court of Common Pleas’ civil division. The Prothonotary is responsible for maintaining accurate indices, case dockets and record-keeping services and providing user-friendly access to the public.
• Greene County Public Defender's Office- The Public Defender's Office provides legal representation to indigent defendants in Greene County by safeguarding fundamental individual rights and ensuring access to the guaranteed protections afforded by the U.S. Constitution, the Bill of Rights and the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• Greene County Sheriff's Office- The Sheriff's Office is a law enforcement agency sworn to serve and protect the citizens and property of Greene County. The mission of the Sheriff’s Office is to enforce the laws of the Commonwealth, administer the civil process, serve and enforce court orders, issue licenses to carry firearms and provide security for the courthouse and all county property. The Sheriff’s Office also assists local, state and federal agencies in the pursuit of justice.
• Greene County Victim/Witness Services- The Victim/Witness Services program was created to help with the trauma and confusion the victim suffers as a result of the commission of a crime. The Victim/Witness Services program also assists witnesses through the court process.

• Non-Profit - Service Providing 
• Southwestern PA Legal Aid-  We merely seek equal treatment in court for our clients.  The outcome of a case should not be determined by the ability to afford an attorney.We ask that our clients get a fair hearing and that the law is correctly applied. Abuse victims should be free from their abusers. Parents’ rights should be enforced. Banks and landlords should follow housing laws, and employers should follow employment laws.

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Poverty

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• Non-Profit - Service Providing
•  Corner Cupboard Foodbank- The mission of Corner Cupboard Food Bank, Inc., is to feed hungry people by soliciting and judiciously distributing food and grocery products through a county-wide network of food pantries and agencies, and to educate people about the nature of and solutions to the problems of hunger.
• Greene County United Way- The United Way changes lives throughout Greene County by identifying community needs, supporting the services that meet those needs and providing results to our residents. These programs offer solutions to critical county issues, including supporting seniors, health and wellness, emergency assistance and investing in the education of our youth. 
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