This fund was established in April 2020, by Mrs. Ann Harkins in memory of her late husband, Bucky. This is a named unrestricted fund to support projects in our community as determined by the Beckley Area Foundation Board of Directors. Mr. Harkins attended Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University and Stonier Graduate School of Banking, Rutgers University. “Bucky” was a trusted and respected banker, he eventually became President and CEO of the Bank of Raleigh (City National) and later Chairman of the Board and CEO of Horizon Bancorp, Inc. He and his wife Ann moved to Beckley in 1976 where they raised their three children, were deeply involved in the community and formed many strong and lasting friendships.
