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African American Community Fund announces Money Saving

2025 grant recipients SUBMITTED Tips: Switching to

More than $32,000 awarded to support 17 projects and programs LEDs Pays Off Big
for Homeowners
The African American Community economic development, education, envi- for African American veterans with
Fund (AACF), with the support of its do- ronmental stewardship, and health and PTSD SUBMITTED BY WILLIAMSON INSURANCE
nors and in partnership with the Foun- human services. Emphasis is on sup- AACF, one of FAO’s 15 affiliate founda-
dation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO), has porting individuals of all ages who are tion partners, was established in 2020 Americans looking to trim their elec-
awarded $32,350 in 2025 grants to ad- spearheading projects and programs to develop and grow permanent resourc- tric bills don’t need to look further than
vance 17 projects and programs in com- that create opportunities, meet pressing es that provide continuous investment the light bulbs in their homes. A side-by-
munities across Appalachian Ohio. needs and unleash the potential within in Appalachian Ohio’s Black community. side comparison of traditional 60-watt
“This funding shows what’s possible the region’s African American commu- Each year, earnings from charitable giv- incandescent bulbs and modern LED
when generosity meets dedication to nity. ing to AACF’s endowment fund are rein- equivalents shows striking savings in
community,” said Ernie Bynum, AACF vested in the region’s Black community both energy costs and replacement ex-
committee member. “Thanks to our The 2025 Muskingum County grant through grants that meet the greatest penses.
donors who believe in long-term invest- recipients are: needs and most promising opportuni-
ment and the changemakers who are • Enterprise Muskingum to help cover ties. The Numbers: Incandescent vs. LED
bringing bold ideas to life, we are pre- operational expenses and to To learn more about AACF and how • Incandescent 60W bulb
serving and celebrating Black history, support the Beautiful Mom Cohort, to support its work, visit www.Appala- o Price per bulb: about $1
empowering youth, supporting families empowering Muskingum County chianOhio.org/AACF, email AACF@ffao. o Lifespan: ~1,000 hours (roughly
and so much more.” mothers org or call 740.753.1111. one year at 3 hours/day)
Black-led and Black-serving nonprofit • Nelson T. Gant Foundation in o Annual electricity use: 65.7 kWh
and public organizations serving Appa- Muskingum County to support the For the full list of grant recipients that o Annual electricity cost: $9.86
lachian Ohio’s 32 counties were invited creation of a bronze statue of Gant, includes organizations outside Musk- o Bulb replacement cost per year:
to apply for grants – made possible by the centerpiece of the new Nelson T. ingum County, please visit the Dresden about $1
gifts to AACF’s endowment fund – to ad- Gant Freedom Walkway Buzz website to read the full article. • LED 60W equivalent bulb
vance opportunities across five funding • Warriors 2 Wilderness in Muskingum o Price per bulb: about $3
areas: arts and culture, community and County to support therapeutic retreats o Lifespan: ~25,000 hours (about 23
years at 3 hours/day)
Muskingum University Ranks Genesis o Annual electricity use: 9.9 kWh
o Annual electricity cost: $1.48
o Bulb replacement cost per year
1st Among Ohio Schools for HealthCare (averaged): about 13 cents

Third Year in U.S. News & World System Annual Savings
A single LED bulb saves homeowners
about $8.38 in electricity costs per year
Report University Rankings Receives compared with an incandescent. When
the cost of bulb replacement is factored
Stroke Awards in, the savings are even higher—incan-
SUBMITTED descents need to be replaced almost
For the third year, Muskingum Uni- Nearly half of Muskingum’s under- SUBMITTED yearly, while LEDs last decades.
versity is a top performer among Ohio graduate students are eligible for Pell The Long View
universities in the U.S. News & World Grants, and 100 percent of undergradu- Genesis HealthCare System recently re- Over the typical 23-year lifespan of an
Report 2026 rankings for the Regional ate students receive financial aid, which ceived the American Heart Association’s LED, one bulb will:
Midwest. The University ranked 1st is made possible through support re- (AHA) Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke • Save more than $190 in electricity
among Ohio universities in Best Value ceived from alumni and friends of the Gold Plus award with Target: Stroke compared to an incandescent.
Schools and 2nd in Social Mobility. The University in addition to state and fed- Honor Roll Elite and Target: Type 2 Dia- • Eliminate the need to buy and replace
University ranked 7th and 13th, respec- eral funds. With financial aid, the cost betes Honor Roll as well as Get With The roughly 23 incandescent bulbs.
tively, among all universities in the Re- students pay to attend Muskingum is Guidelines® Rural Stroke Gold Award. • Pay for itself within the first year
gional Midwest. comparable to that of Ohio’s four-year These awards recognize Genesis’ com- of use.
To determine which universities offer public institutions. mitment to ensuring patients receive
the best value for students, U.S. News Muskingum continues to enhance the most appropriate treatment accord- Why It Matters
& World Report factors academic qual- academic quality, expand high-demand ing to nationally recognized standards Lighting accounts for around 15% of
ity and cost after accounting for total programs, invest in advanced technolo- and research-based guidelines. a household’s electricity use, according
expenses and financial aid. The Top Per- gies, and create flexible learning op- “Providing high-quality, rapid stroke to the U.S. Department of Energy. Re-
formers in Social Mobility rankings con- portunities for all learners. Muskingum care is crucial in saving lives and mini- placing just 10 incandescent bulbs with
sider graduation rates for students who graduates are prepared for today’s jobs mizing the risk of disability,” said Keela LEDs could cut a family’s lighting bill by
received federal Pell Grants, financial but adaptable to the opportunities of to- Barker, director of Rehabilitation & Am- nearly $100 every year.
aid that is typically reserved for those morrow. bulatory Services at Genesis HealthCare Beyond personal savings, widespread
with annual household family incomes The 2026 U.S. News & World Report System. “Our community greatly bene- adoption of LEDs reduces demand on
below $50,000. Best Colleges rankings are now in its fits from the exceptional care our award- the power grid and lowers greenhouse
“One of our institutional values is pro- 41st year. The latest edition assesses winning stroke team delivers. Our mis- gas emissions, since less electricity
viding access to an affordable and ex- more than 1,700 U.S. bachelor’s de- sion is to help more people enjoy longer, needs to be generated.
ceptional educational experience that gree-granting institutions on 17 factors healthier lives.”
prepares our learners for long-term eco- to measure academic quality and gradu- High-quality stroke care takes the The Bottom Line
nomic well-being,” President Susan S. ate success. dedication and teamwork of physicians, Though the up-front price tag of LEDs
Hasseler said. “The rankings acknowl- advanced practice providers, nurses and is slightly higher, the combination of long
edge the work we are doing to ensure all staff across many departments at Gen- lifespan, dramatically lower energy use,
our students thrive.” esis. To learn more about stroke care at and reduced replacement costs makes
Genesis, visit genesishcs.org/neurosci- them one of the most straightforward
ences.
and reliable investments homeowners
can make.
Antique car owners gather at Leni’s for Dresden Antique In short: a small swap in your light fix-
tures can add up to big savings—for your
Vehicle Show wallet and for the planet.

Dresden Antique Vehicle show paired
antique cars with cones (of the ice
cream variety) for first-time event at Le-
ni’s in Dresden.
Terry Hutchison won the People’s
Choice Award with his “Mater” style New Puzzles
Chevy truck.
The event was held in place of a Dres-
den Antique Vehicle Drive in September. on page 18!
Visit Dresden Antique Vehicle Drive on
Facebook for next year’s dates.
Logan Dotson