Woodlands Development & Lending

06/04/2026

The Barbour County Commission asked if they could use the Belington Golden Rule for their mural and we are thrilled with the result! Thanks to West Virginia Tourism for financial support and Kylie Proudfoot-Payne and her team for the art.

06/02/2026

Applications for Leadership Randolph's Class of 2027 will be accepted through June 19, 2026. Please submit your application by that date. You may submit it online, send it via email to [email protected], or mail it to the Chamber at 10 Eleventh Street, Elkins, WV 26241. Selection for parti...

05/20/2026

It’s been a long time coming (always how these things go) but we’re closing on financing for two big projects and preparing to break ground. Although project sites have been quiet over the past couple years, the figurative “boys in the back room” have been working non-stop to make your projects Real. More very soon!

05/12/2026

Where funding flows shapes what communities can build.​

Most philanthropic dollars in the U.S. concentrate in large metropolitan areas. Rural communities, including much of Appalachia, receive only a small share of national giving.​

Yet these communities are home to millions of people, thousands of communities, and a growing need for safe, stable housing.​

When investment reaches rural places, communities have the tools to build the homes families need, and the door is opened for more progress.​

Housing Can’t Wait.

Learn more: https://www.housingcantwait.org/

04/28/2026

We are excited to support this project of the Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad and the Belington Golden Rule ! Grab tickets before they sell out and join us for a mid-summer celebration of so much of what we love about our home — the scenic beauty, vibrant communities, and rich history.

Join us Friday, June 19th for a special roundtrip ride from Elkins to Belington celebrating the history of our state and nation!

This 4-hour excursion will carry passengers on a leisurely sunset journey though the scenic West Virginia countryside along the banks of the Tygart River to the town of Belington, WV. On the trip, historic interpreters will move thoughout the cars as the train makes its way to Belington. Once in Belington, riders will detrain at the historic Golden Rule Building and be greeted to WV Day / 250th Anniversary festivities which will include live music, living history performers, food and craft vendors, along with various activities for kids.

The train will depart the Elkins Depot at 5pm and feature an approximately 2-hour layover in Belington. The train will then return to Elkins around 9pm. Don’t miss this once-in-a-generation special event!

https://mountainrailwv.com/train-rides/wv-day-america-250/

04/23/2026

04/23/2026

Yes. And recognizing those differences is key to solving them.​

In many rural communities across Appalachia, the issue is not only affordability. It’s also housing supply.​

Aging homes, fewer builders, limited development financing, and smaller construction workforces make it harder to build new housing at the pace communities need.​

Understanding how rural housing works helps ensure solutions match the reality on the ground.​

Fahe’s Network brings decades of experience in rural housing development. They know their communities, understand the barriers, and have proven strategies to address them. What allows that work to grow is access to capital that matches the scale of the need.​

Housing Can’t Wait.​

Learn more: https://www.housingcantwait.org/

04/16/2026

***As of 3:00 pm on 4/17, all utility funding has been committed. Funds are still available for households in the target counties who are behind on rent.***

‼️WVCEH has a limited amount of funds available for community members who are behind on rent and/or utilities and facing eviction/homelessness. 🏡There are eligibility restrictions, income guidelines and proof of income is required.

👩‍💻Our Coordinated Entry staff are standing by ready to assist!

☎️Call 304-842-9522, extension 1

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04/15/2026

This was our first, but certainly not our last, foray into regranting funds. Stay posted for upcoming opportunities and programs to help small businesses in West Virginia realize their goals and dreams. Thanks to all who applied and helped spread the word!

04/14/2026

“Preservation and progress,” John Bendel of the Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh called our Woods George project in City of Philippi, WV . The ribbon is cut, housing applications are piling up, and we’re excited to fill this space with life and take another step forward for this wonderful town.

VCDC Freedom Bank West Virginia West Virginia Brownfields Fahe Senator Shelley Moore Capito