You've heard the stereotypes. You've seen the rankings. You want change.
At Flag Spruce Initiative, we join the fight to change this narrative. Our goal is to provoke stimulating conversations about West Virginia's growth and development while also empowering the people who are thinking outside the box to move their communities and the state forward. We want to develop the capacity of organizations who provide critical aid and services to their communities. Our end-state is to make a difference, one that emphasizes the wonderful assets that West Virginia has to offer: the great outdoors, a hard-working mentality, and rich, cultural traditions - while jointly recognizing that there is work to do.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to invest in and advocate for the Education, Environment, and Economy of West Virginia -- or what you'll hear us refer to as our "Three Es."
EDUCATION
Fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
ENVIRONMENT
Preserving West Virginia's greatest asset - Nature.
ECONOMY
Supporting local creators and Impact-Organizations.
Mountain State Migration Survey
Did you stay or Did you go?
Click Here to take the Survey!
Do you consider yourself a West Virginian? Whether you were born and raised or a transplant from another locale, we want to hear from anyone who has experience living and working in the Mountain State. This brief 2-minute survey finishes off with an open-ended question, allowing you to write a personal note to West Virginia. Once submitted, check out all of the responses from around the world on our Dear West Virginia interactive map.
Creeks to Peaks: The Understory - Episode Trailers
Creeks to Peaks: The Understory
S2 Ep 5 - Chip Chase
S2 Ep 5 - Chip Chase
S2 Ep 4 - Lonnie & Ellen Thompson (Part 2)
S2 Ep 3 - Lonnie & Ellen Thompson
S2 Ep 1 & 2 - Hershel "Woody" Williams
Interview: Quick Call Y'all with Austin Susman