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As a proud Community Action Agency (CAA), our mission is to help people achieve long-term self-sufficiency by equipping them with the tools and support they need to succeed in the middle class.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"504\" data-end=\"548\">Making a Difference Across 30 Counties<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"908\">In the past year, MountainHeart has touched the lives of more than <strong data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"642\">15,000 West Virginians<\/strong> through programs funded by the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) and strengthened by partnerships with local, state, and private organizations. These investments allow us to provide tailored, high-impact services that meet the unique needs of our communities.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"964\">Our 2023\u20132024 results show the depth of this impact:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"\" data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"1344\">\n<li data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"1032\">\n<p data-start=\"967\" data-end=\"1032\"><strong data-start=\"967\" data-end=\"985\">7,954 children<\/strong> received support and developmental services.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1109\">\n<p data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1109\"><strong data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1065\">4,242 employed individuals<\/strong> gained stability and resources to thrive.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1189\">\n<p data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1189\"><strong data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1129\">1,445 seniors<\/strong> were assisted in maintaining independence and well-being.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1266\">\n<p data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1266\"><strong data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1216\">39 unemployed adults<\/strong> obtained employment paying up to a living wage.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1344\">\n<p data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1344\"><strong data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1288\">346 individuals<\/strong> maintained employment thanks to our support services.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1376\">Investing in Communities<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1748\">By leveraging <strong data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1419\">$228,422 in CSBG funding<\/strong>, MountainHeart generated over <strong data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1484\">$18.6 million in opportunities<\/strong> for West Virginia families. This was made possible through strong partnerships with the private sector, local resources, and state government programs. Every dollar invested creates measurable returns in education, employment, housing, and community resilience.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1778\">Real Stories of Impact<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1779\" data-end=\"1849\">Behind every number is a story of transformation. One parent shared:<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"\" data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"2221\">\n<p data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"2221\">\u201cBoth of my children needed Birth to Three. Each experience was fantastic! Sam Modley and Megan Morgan were nothing short of amazing\u2026 They immediately recognized my children\u2019s struggles and came up with a game plan. Each month the milestones were met with dedication and love. I highly recommend any parent with children with delays to get involved.\u201d \u2013 <em data-start=\"2206\" data-end=\"2219\">Vanessa Fox<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p data-start=\"2223\" data-end=\"2331\">Stories like this remind us why our work matters and inspire us to continue building stronger communities.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2333\" data-end=\"2372\">Building a Stronger West Virginia<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2373\" data-end=\"2689\">From helping children reach developmental milestones, to securing affordable housing, to ensuring seniors live independently, MountainHeart\u2019s programs foster resilience and create opportunity. We are committed to providing innovative, accountable, and responsive services that empower families for lasting success.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2691\" data-end=\"2772\">Together, we can strengthen economic mobility and prosperity for West Virginia.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"boldgrid-section\">\n<div class=\"container\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-12 col-md-12 col-xs-12 col-sm-12\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pvc_clear\"><\/div>\n<p id=\"pvc_stats_3284\" class=\"pvc_stats all  \" data-element-id=\"3284\" style=\"\"><i class=\"pvc-stats-icon medium\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-prefix=\"far\" data-icon=\"chart-bar\" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-chart-bar fa-w-16 fa-2x\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M396.8 352h22.4c6.4 0 12.8-6.4 12.8-12.8V108.8c0-6.4-6.4-12.8-12.8-12.8h-22.4c-6.4 0-12.8 6.4-12.8 12.8v230.4c0 6.4 6.4 12.8 12.8 12.8zm-192 0h22.4c6.4 0 12.8-6.4 12.8-12.8V140.8c0-6.4-6.4-12.8-12.8-12.8h-22.4c-6.4 0-12.8 6.4-12.8 12.8v198.4c0 6.4 6.4 12.8 12.8 12.8zm96 0h22.4c6.4 0 12.8-6.4 12.8-12.8V204.8c0-6.4-6.4-12.8-12.8-12.8h-22.4c-6.4 0-12.8 6.4-12.8 12.8v134.4c0 6.4 6.4 12.8 12.8 12.8zM496 400H48V80c0-8.84-7.16-16-16-16H16C7.16 64 0 71.16 0 80v336c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h464c8.84 0 16-7.16 16-16v-16c0-8.84-7.16-16-16-16zm-387.2-48h22.4c6.4 0 12.8-6.4 12.8-12.8v-70.4c0-6.4-6.4-12.8-12.8-12.8h-22.4c-6.4 0-12.8 6.4-12.8 12.8v70.4c0 6.4 6.4 12.8 12.8 12.8z\" class=\"\"><\/path><\/svg><\/i> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" alt=\"Loading\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mthtwv.com\/mcs\/wp-content\/plugins\/page-views-count\/ajax-loader-2x.gif\" border=0 \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"pvc_clear\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At MountainHeart Community Services, Inc., we believe in creating pathways to prosperity for hardworking individuals and families across West Virginia. 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