MILFORD, PA – Approximately $118,000 is available this year to nonprofit organizations through Greater Pike Community Foundation’s Richard L. Snyder fund grants. Applications will be accepted from May 15- to June 15. The substantial grant amount to be dispersed is nearly 50% more than recent years. New this year will be one $7,500 grant in each of the three categories. Other grants will be capped at $5,000. Organizations working in the areas of beautification, cultural events, and medical-related projects are encouraged...

MILFORD, PA – After a 2-year pandemic-related hiatus, more than 55 participants representing nearly 40 nonprofit organizations recently gathered to share information, learn about funding opportunities, and network at the popular Greater Pike Community Foundation Nonprofit Workshop. Charity and community spirit were highlighted and celebrated as those in attendance presented updates about their organizations and shared enthusiasm for moving forward. Greater Pike Executive Director Jenni Hamill shared information about funding opportunities, a critical need expressed by most due to increased demand...

MILFORD, PA – The Barbara J. Buchanan Fund of Greater Pike Community Foundation is pleased to announce a total of $3,000 in awards to help support four nonprofit organizations that provide cultural and social services in the region. “Barbara Buchanan’s tireless philanthropy raised millions of dollars for many diverse organizations, including this year’s recipients,” said Maryanne Monte, Greater Pike Community Foundation’s Grant Committee Chair.  “We are honored to continue her legacy and make these awards in her memory.” The 2022 awardees include: ...

MILFORD, PA – A longstanding community supporter and a philanthropic business team have been named the 2022 Greater Pike Community Foundation honorees and will be honored at Greater Pike’s 7th Annual Dinner on Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022. “We are celebrating our 10-year anniversary and Greater Pike is working hard to move philanthropy forward into our next decade. We are grateful for the continued support of the greater Pike County region and outstanding community members such as those selected to be our 2022...

MILFORD, PA – A local businessman with a history of charitable giving recently made a generous donation to a fund he established with Greater Pike Community Foundation that will help him focus his philanthropy on building capacity in the community for future generations. Local businessman and Milford resident Charles Petersheim hopes his latest donation of $100,000 to the Petersheim Fund will allow him to take his charitable giving to a new level. Youth services and scholarship are areas that Petersheim has been exploring...

MILFORD, PA – Delaware Valley School District students will get a leg up in science and technology this year thanks to a generous donation from Weis Markets, Inc. Weis Markets Inc. recently donated $1,500 to Greater Pike Community Foundation through the State of Pennsylvania’s EITC program. The program awards tax credits to businesses making significant contributions to educational programs. The funds will be used for the purchase of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) educational equipment to assist Delaware Valley School District...

MILFORD, PA – After a pandemic-related hiatus, Greater Pike Community Foundation’s Annual Workshop for non-profit organizations is scheduled for Tuesday, April 12, 2022, at the Tom Quick Inn in Milford, PA. The morning will begin with a light breakfast at 8:30 AM, and the meeting will commence promptly at 9:00 AM. “Our goal for this event is to foster collaborative solutions to address the identified needs and challenges in our community,” said Maryanne Monte, Greater Pike board member who helped launch...

MILFORD, PA – Non-profit organizations that may need a boost in their fundraising efforts after two years of COVID-19 restrictions will have a chance to raise much-needed funds on June 3, 2022, by participating in NEPA Gives, a 24-hour online giving marathon. This socially distanced, yet socially driven online fundraising event is hosted by Greater Pike Community Foundation and other foundation partners in northeast Pennsylvania. All nonprofit organizations are encouraged to register now at  https://www.nepagives.org/register and help spread the word about the event...

MILFORD, PA – A screening of the classic film National Velvet will help raise money for a new fund established by the GAIT Advisory Council at Greater Pike Community Foundation. The new fund will increase access to GAIT’s equine therapy programs. The timeless film will be shown on April 3, 2022, at noon at Milford Theatre. For tickets and information. Proceeds from the film showing will benefit the GAIT Advisory Council Endowment (GAIT ACE) fund, which was recently established to help defray...

MILFORD, PA – Non-profit organizations are encouraged to apply for grants from the Barbara J. Buchanan Fund of Greater Pike Community Foundation through March 4, 2022. Three, $1,000 grants will be awarded. Complete grant applications must be received by 5 pm. “Because of Barbara Buchanan’s generosity, this grant opportunity underscores the legacy of commitment Barbara had to her community and to the causes she held dear,” said Maryanne Monte of Greater Pike’s Grants Committee. This annual program funds eligible local non-profit community organizations...