Weyerhaeuser to Invest $1 Million in Buckhannon, West Virginia, Through THRIVE Program

Weyerhaeuser announced a multi-year commitment to invest $1 million in Buckhannon, West Virginia, under its THRIVE program, aimed at fostering sustainable growth in rural operating communities. The investment will be planned collaboratively with local officials, businesses, nonprofits, employees, and community partners, focusing on priorities such as youth education and workforce development. Buckhannon, with a population of about 5,300, hosts an engineered wood products plant operated by Weyerhaeuser for over 25 years, known for its high safety and manufacturing reliability rankings. This investment marks Buckhannon as the third community selected for the THRIVE program, following Zwolle, Louisiana, and Raymond, Washington. Weyerhaeuser manages more than 250,000 acres of timberlands across West Virginia and aims to build long-lasting community strength and industry success in the region through this commitment.