For over 50 years, the McClure family has been involved in community affairs, including Garden Club of Harrisburg, Boys Club of Harrisburg, YMCA (Central Branch), Harristown Development Corp., Harrisburg Symphony Association, Homeland, and the Camp Hill School...
The Spector Fund supports ethnic and racial tolerance, health, and education. Mort has served on the boards of Lebanon Valley College, the Jewish Home, Capital Region United Way, the United Jewish Community among many others. Alyce founded the Kidney Foundation of...
The family of B. Carl Wharton established this memorial fund to support unrestricted grantmaking and Pine Street Presbyterian Church. Mr. Wharton found Wharton Associates and was active in the Estate Planning Council, University Center at Harrisburg, and Christian...
Beryl Brown served the community through more than twenty charitable organizations. Bowman A. Brown, Jr. is a retired businessman. Grants are provided annually unrestricted purposes.
This fund was established in 1993 by Bob and Kay Trewhella. Income is distributed annually, a portion for unrestricted purposes and a portion for programs in the field of mental retardation.
The first endowment established by The Camp Hill Community Foundation, this fund supports charitable, civic, scientific, or educational activities that benefit Camp Hill residents. In July 2018, the Camp Hill Area Community Foundation (CHACF) merged to become part of...
This fund supports projects in Perry County. Mr. Taylor was a partner in Aldon Products Company. Adele Fox taught for 32 years in the Duncannon-Susquenita School District, and chaired the Perry County Chapter of the American Red Cross, among other activities.
This unrestricted fund was established under the will of Donald McCormick in 1973. Mr. McCormick, a noted philanthropist and community leader, was one of the founders of the Foundation in 1920.
Dr. William Tyler Douglass, Jr. established this unrestricted fund in honor of his parents. His father, Dr. Douglass, Sr., was a co-founder of Polyclinic Hospital, and his mother was a member of The Foundation’s Board of Directors, appointed by Harrisburg Mayor...
The Eberly Lumber Company was established in Mechanicsburg in 1860. It is managed by the fifth generation, I.S. Eberly, III and Lee F. Eberly. The Eberly Lumber Company and the Eberly family established the fund in 1988 for charitable projects in the Mechanicsburg...
Established in 1936 under the will of Edward J. Stackpole, income is used for a zoological garden, or, in its absence, for general unrestricted purposes.
Elizabeth Sampson was a public school teacher for several years and finished her working days at AMP. This endowment, created under her will, supports projects in the Mechanicsburg area.
Established by Robert H. and Beverly U. Fowler, fund income supports the Harrisburg Symphony Association and unrestricted grantmaking. The Fowler family published newspapers in Perry and Juniata Counties. The late Mr. Fowler was an historical novelist.
Mr. and Mrs. Menaker were active with Theatre Harrisburg and Temple Ohev Sholom. Mr. Menaker was a founder of Domestic Distributors, Inc., and later was a professor at the Harrisburg Area Community College.
This unrestricted fund was established by Frederick and Marianne Fischer. Mr. Fischer serves on the Investment Advisory Committee of The Foundation. Mrs. Fischer is co-founder and Managing Director of Open Stage of Harrisburg.
The income from this unrestricted endowment fund of the Mechanicsburg Area Community Foundation, a Regional Foundation of The Foundation for Enhancing Communities, shall be distributed on an annual basis specifically to charitable programs and projects at the...
Established through the Warden Asphalt Company by its President, John B. Warden, III, this unrestricted fund combines donations from many individuals to help solve community concerns.
Established by Dr. O.K. Stephenson in memory of his wife, this fund supports charitable projects in Perry County. Dr. Stephenson was retired from medical practice and enjoyed the quiet anonymity of Perry County.
H.E. (Jim) Rohrer expanded the Rohrer Bus Company from a small horse and buggy company to a major bus company. He also farmed and raised horses in Perry County all his life. One-half of the income supports projects in Perry County and one-half is for unrestricted...
H.E. (Jim) Rohrer expanded the Rohrer Bus Company from a small horse and buggy company to a major bus company. He also farmed and raised horses in Perry County all his life. One-half of the income supports projects in Perry County and one-half is for unrestricted...
This fund was established by Elsie Swenson and her husband, the late Harold Swenson, who served as Mayor of Harrisburg and in many volunteer capacities. Mrs. Swenson was a member of the Foundation’s Board of Directors, Chairman of the Allied Arts Fund, and...
Initiated with contributions from Max C. Hempt, Gerald L. Hempt and Margaret R. Hempt in 1985, this fund is used for unrestricted purposes and considers endeavors in the health care services field.
This Unrestricted Fund was established in 2000 by Velma A. Redmond to honor the memory of her father, Henry H. Boozer. After living many years in Philadelphia where he was an active community volunteer and supported numerous charities, Mr. Boozer relocated to...
Mrs. Yeager was one of the founding members of the Mechanicsburg Museum Association. Her husband, James P. Yeager, M.D., and their four children established this fund to support Mechanicsburg area projects.
Established in 1985 with a bequest from the estate of Jean Henson, income is used for general charitable purposes in Harrisburg or the surrounding vicinity.
Mrs. Christine Myers Crist and the late Dr. Robert Crist established this unrestricted fund in memory of their son, Jeffrey, who appreciated and supported those in the musical and literary arts.
Mr. Grandon has served on the board of Whitaker Center and is a past Chairman of the Allied Arts Fund. Mrs. Grandon has been involved with the Harrisburg Symphony.
A gift from Mr. and Mrs. Holman in 1987 established this fund, which makes grants to projects in Perry County. Mrs. Holman served as a member of the TFEC Board of Directors, and was past President of the Perry County Community Foundation.
This donor-advised fund supports projects that benefit the community. The late Joan Goldsmith participated in numerous civic activities. Joe continues his civic involvement. In 1997 a component was added to benefit Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts.
Mrs. Hershey, a lifelong resident of the Harrisburg area, established this fund in 1990; it was increased through a bequest. Income is used for unrestricted grants, educational programs and scholarships.
Mrs. Hershey, a lifelong resident of the Harrisburg area, established this fund in 1990; it was increased through a bequest. Income is used for educational programs.
Mrs. Hershey, a lifelong resident of the Harrisburg area, established this fund in 1990; it was increased through a bequest. Income is used for unrestricted grants, educational programs and scholarships.
Mrs. Grass established this unrestricted fund in 1985. As a leading advocate for the arts, she received the Arts Advocate Award in 1989, was named a Distinguished Daughter of Pennsylvania, and was awarded the 1999 Governor’s Award for the Arts.
Mrs. Masters established this unrestricted fund in 1985. She is a civic leader whose interests include Theatre Harrisburg, Planned Parenthood, the Cathedral Church of St. Stephen and Bryn Mawr College Alumnae Association.
Marie M. Herbert was a well known soprano soloist and Albert C. Herbert was active in the Boy Scouts, Community General Osteopathic Hospital and the University Center at Harrisburg.
Marie Elias established this fund for general charitable purposes. Her husband, David, served in leadership positions of Harrisburg City Planning Commission, Harrisburg Rotary Club, Riverfront Peoples Park Association, Harrisburg Chamber of Commerce and Harrisburg...
Marjorie Mohler was a life-long Mechanicsburg resident. Her daughter, Linda, is a Trustee of the Mechanicsburg Area Public Library, the Mechanicsburg Main Street Trust, Mechanicsburg Planning and Zoning Commission and The Mechanicsburg Area Foundation.
Martha Bulkley Hostetter created this unrestricted fund to represent her long-standing commitment to addressing the needs of people in our local communities.
This fund was established by Patricia Murray to pay tribute to her husband, Martin, and to honor his generosity to his family, his friends, and his community.
Mrs. Peters left the conveniences of Mechanicsburg for rural Adams County when she married. There she lived a full life of hard farm work in good cheer, helpfulness, and service. The fund supports programs in the Mechanicsburg area.
Established upon the late Mr. Detweiler’s retirement from The Foundation’s Board of Directors, this fund supports administrative expenses of The Foundation until no longer needed and thereafter, the needs of the homeless, the hungry and scholarships for...
Mildred G. Eshleman was a life-long resident of Mechanicsburg and proprietor of the Miljohn Store gift shop and an office supply store on W. Main Street. The fund supports general charitable causes in Mechanicsburg.
Since 1973, Pam and Ed Rogers have served on the boards of several local church and community organizations in the Mechanicsburg area. Ed is a past president of Greenawalt & Company, P.C., CPAs. The fund supports worthwhile projects throughout...
The Parker Family Fund is dedicated to assisting families and youth achieve or maintain self-sufficiency. Sallie and Shel Parker are active with organizations that enhance the well-being of families and the community.
The Patriot-News has served the Greater Harrisburg marketplace since 1854, providing essential, timely, reliable and complete information – both news and advertising – needed by Central Pennsylvania residents.
This fund was established in loving memory by their children, Douglass P. Shearer and Diane Shearer Ross. Mr. and Mrs. Shearer were supporters of many community organizations in the Mechanicsburg area, which this fund will benefit.
This fund was established by a retired pastor and organist of Christ Lutheran Church in Elizabethtown, PA in loving memory of the Reverend Henri A. Eberly who also served Christ Church. Grants from the fund shall be for special congregational or community...
Established by Adele W. Fox, this fund supports charitable programs in Perry County. Richard N. Fox was on the boards of three Perry County banks and a member of the Duncannon Municipal Authority Committee.
Established by the Riley family to honor Elder David and Frances Riley. Father Riley pastored his church for more than 30 years, and Mother Riley was vice president of the district’s women convention.
Dr. and Mrs. Chappelka established this unrestricted fund to support Perry County programs and projects. Mrs. Chappelka is a member of the Perry County Community Foundation Advisory Board.
Charlie and Mary Schlichter have been active in the Chambersburg community, particularly in the Sister City affiliation with Gotemba, Japan, serving as official delegates and hosts over the past 20 years. Charlie also volunteers with the United Way and served as the...
Senator Moore represented Perry County in the State House and Senate. Mrs. Moore is active in District L Amaranth and is an educator in the Susquenita School District. This fund supports Perry County projects.
This fund was established by John McD. Sharpe, Jr., a Chambersburg-based attorney serving on the Advisory Board of The Franklin County Foundation. Mr. Sharpe also served on the Board of Directors of The Greater Harrisburg Foundation.
This fund was established under the will of Sigmund Miller in 1948 for unrestricted purposes. Mr. Miller was the grandfather of Sigmund A. Miller, whose fund was established in 1985.
Mrs. Osler established this unrestricted fund in 1988. Her service to the community includes United Way, Allied Arts Fund, and Leadership-Harrisburg Area. A Distinguished Daughter of Pennsylvania, she is a past President of the Association of Junior Leagues of...
In 1993 Elsie W. Swenson, invited all who care about the future of the City to contribute to the Stephen R. Reed Fund in honor of his distinguished service. The fund is unrestricted.
Glenda Synodinos, and her late husband, John, established this fund to support the work of the non-profit organizations with which they served over the years.
Established by Isabelle Deckerd Donaghy in memory of her husband, Thomas, publisher of the Newport News-Sun, Newport, PA. Income is used for charitable programs and projects in Perry County.
Tim Weston and Mary Webber Weston are active volunteers in the Harrisburg area. Their areas of interest are art, emergency management, and the community. Established in 1991, their fund is used for unrestricted purposes.
Walter Geisey worked with most of Pennsylvania’s major public figures between 1950 and 1990. He moved to Harrisburg in 1959 with Gov. Lawrence’s administration. In 1986, Gov. Casey appointed him Deputy Chief of Staff. This fund is used for general...
This unrestricted fund was established by the late Mr. Keller in memory of his wife, Esther Ann, who was active in the Easter Seal Society and as a morning host on WMSP.
Mr. Ritter was president of Ritter’s Hardware Co., Mechanicsburg, and American Hardware Supply Co. (now ServiStar Hardware). A lifelong Mechanicsburg resident, he contributed to numerous local civic, business and social organizations. The fund benefits programs...
This fundraising project enhances the lives of the residents of the Allison Hill neighborhood of the City of Harrisburg, by supporting nonprofit agencies that serve charitable, educational, scientific or civic purposes, and that are faith-based, grass-roots...
Alpaca Fiber Design’s mission is to provide an integrated customized employment setting to enhance lives of persons with disabilities, empower individuals to achieve vocational independence and be contributing members of their communities. Alpaca Fiber Design...
The charitable purpose of the project shall be to offer a measure of compassionate care blended with dignity and respect for our indigent families who have lost loved ones. The project will assist indigent families/loved ones who have suffered a death and have no...
The Conley Cushing’s Disease Fund was established on July 17, 2014. Funds raised will be used in part to create awareness and advocacy for patients and their loved ones who are suffering from this disease as well as support institutions and organizations focused on...
