MILFORD, PA – With funding from Greater Pike Community Foundation, scholarships totaling over $16,000 are helping nine students attend pre-K programs in Milford. Tuition assistance was awarded to the families of seven children at the Center for Developmental Disabilities, which helps defray the costs for summer or fall enrollment. Additionally, the families of two students enrolled at Green Trees Early Learning Center received tuition assistance. “I’d like to thank Greater Pike Community Foundation for choosing my son James as the recipient of the pre-K summer...

MILFORD, PA – When Milford residents Peter and Kathy Maio retired in 2019 they knew they would make their Gold Key home their permanent, year-round residence. They like the area, they enjoy the outdoor recreation it offers and felt at home here. But they wanted to do more than just live, ski and hike here. They wanted to give back to the community in a focused and purposeful way. So they started a fund with Greater Pike Community Foundation and plan...

MILFORD, PA – A new initiative aimed at helping nonprofits gain financial stability has been introduced as part of Greater Pike Community Foundation’s 10-year anniversary commemoration. The “10-for-10” program invites up to 10 local nonprofit organizations to open an organizational endowment fund before the end of the year and includes a one-time $1,000 gift in matching funds. “If your organization is strained by constantly seeking grants and donations and you’d like to plan for your financial future, consider establishing an endowment...

MILFORD, PA – Greater Pike Community Foundation’s 7th Annual Gala Dinner will be held Thursday, October 6, at the Tom Quick Inn, Milford, PA. This gathering of business, philanthropic, and civic leaders is the Foundation’s primary formal fundraiser and returns after a 2-year hiatus. Greater Pike’s 2022 honorees will be acknowledged at the event. Bill Kiger will receive the Barbara J. Buchanan Community Service Award, which is given to an individual who exemplifies the spirit of volunteerism and giving back to our community....

MILFORD, PA – Greater Pike Community Foundation recently presented scholarship awards totaling $33,800, including $9,200 in multi-year renewals to past recipients, to Delaware Valley and Wallenpaupack Area High School seniors who are planning to pursue a variety of academic interests in colleges and universities this fall. The awards, benefiting 12 students, are from funds administered by Greater Pike. “The Foundation greatly appreciates the generous donors who support these scholarships,” said Ann Morey, Greater Pike Scholarship Committee Chair. “Their support helps these talented youth attend college...

SHOHOLA, PA – Greater Pike Community Foundation has as its core mission philanthropy for the long run. It’s exactly what David Greenbaum of Shohola was looking for when he went from turning clay into pots to turning dough into pasta, and back into dough again. About six months ago this soft-spoken, meditating, boat-building, artist-turned-noodler felt he had molded enough pottery and built enough boats and now wanted to “do something fun, and share something good with the world.” And that was when...

MILFORD, PA – Greater Pike Community Foundation is pleased to acknowledge a $2,500 donation from Honesdale National Bank that will help to provide educational enhancements for students in science, technology, engineering and math (the STEM Program) in the Delaware Valley School District. The donation was made through Pennsylvania’s Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program (EITC). “The Honesdale National Bank is proud to support students’ access to educational programs that will provide them with a strong foundation and the greatest opportunity for success...

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: ...