CLARKSBURG W.Va. (WV News) — The federal government officially shut down Wednesday, leaving federal workers, federally funded programs and Americans to deal with the impact.

Employees of nonprofits in West Virginia are fearful about how the cutoff of funding will affect their organizations long term.

Following the shutdown, the West Virginia Nonprofit Association issued a news release providing guidance and tools for nonprofits in the state. The list of tips included:

Submit all pending invoices and reimbursements before deadlines.

Explore bridge financing, reserves and funder flexibility.

Review grants and contracts following reimbursement timelines, contingency plans and monitor federal agency portals.

Identify programs at risk and prioritize essential services.

Communicate with b

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