vision | goals
vision
The ACC FFW has been established as a resource that will provide financial assistance and open doors for women who seek continued betterment.
goals
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To establish an endowed fund that will support the vision and mission of ACC FFW.
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To award individual and agency grants, on an annual basis, in direct proportion to our endowment, through a thorough review of applications.
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To promote philanthropy by and for women.
regional challenges
Poverty rate in the tri-county area is higher than state and national averages - % living in poverty:
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Allegany: 16.5%
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Cattaraugus: 16.9%
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Chautauqua: 18.5%
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NYS: 15.1%
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US: 14.6%
Source: 2019 New York State Annual Poverty Report