Member News ~ March 13, 2025

RAISE THE REGION- LIVE NOW

Many of our members are participating in Raise the Region today. There's only a few hours left, be sure to donate by 11:59 PM tonight!

Community Giving Foundation Surveys Impact of Executive Orders

The Community Giving Foundation wants to hear from you. The survey will close on March 15. Take the Nonprofit Survey: Impact of Executive Orders

The Bloomsburg Council Approves New Hires

Congratulations to these new hires!

Public Works Department: Brian Hess, Brady Brink
Pool Consultants: Janelle Surkin and Ron Pratt
Pool Coordinator: Brandee Faust-Long
Part-time Airport Manager: Dan Broadt
Seasonal Hires: William Stewart, Jeffrey Parcell

Innotek hosts Cyber Games

Learn to stop scammers with eye-opening videos that expose how phishing, vishing, and smishing attacks works- so you can spot scams before they catch you. Click here for more information

Service 1st Federal Credit Union Honored with Distinguished MemberXP™ 'Best of the Best' Award

Service 1st Federal Credit Union has been recognized as a recipient of the 2025 Best of the Best Award, presented by MemberXP™, a leading customer experience program. This notable accolade celebrates credit unions committed to delivering exceptional service and member experiences. Read More Here

Individual Member Gearing Up From Busy Spring

CMCC Individual Member Mark Giesen is getting ready for a busy spring at the DACC. He is re-launching the capital campaign. He is also helping launch Veterans Thrive, an adolescent emotional health lecture series, and assisting in the development of a new preschool. If you see Mark out and about, be sure to check in with him!

Bloomsburg Children's Museum: Strawberry Jam Making Class

Nothing says summer like homemade strawberry jam! Join the children's museum on Saturday, June 21st, from 10 AM - 1 PM for a hands-on jam-making experience. Learn the art of preserving fresh strawberries and take home a jar of your delicious creation! Register Here

Berwick Historical Society Restores History

The Berwick Historical Society unveiled the newly restored stained glass windows that once were in Bloomingails. Bloomingails was destroyed by a severe storm on June 26, 2024. This was a community effort to preserve, restore, and bring this part of history to the David A. Sadock House, headquarters of the Berwick Historical Society.

Horst Insurance shares insights about Liability Exposure

Read more about how Liability Exposure can affect your organization here

PPL Electric Utilities partners with Focus Central PA

Danville, PA – PPL Electric Utilities is investing $1,000 in Focus Central Pennsylvania as a gold level investor in 2025. PPL Electric Utilities’ investment will support the mission of Focus Central PA to attract investment that cultivates economic growth in Central PA. Read the full article

Did You Miss Last Week's Member News? Here's News That's Still Timely

Attention Central PA Manufacturers!

Your insights are crucial! IMC is surveying Manufacturers to understand how the proposed tariffs will impact your business in Central PA. Take the survey here.

LCBC will be one of several national locations hosting the Global Leadership Summit on August 7 -8. Learn more about speakers and how to register.

PATHS will offer over 50 trainings in March to educate you on ladder safety, poison prevention, and active shooter. Visit their website, Health & Safety Division | Department of Labor and Industry | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, for other safety-related resources and to register for a training!

Camp Victory Bingo Event

Camp Victory is hosting a Bingo Fundraiser on March 22nd. Click here for more information.

Neighborhood Assistance Program to be held on March 19th

Join John Coates, Owner of Forest and Field, along with representatives from GMS Funding Solutions, Match Nonprofit Consulting, and the Bloomsburg Area YMCA to learn more about the Bloomsburg Area YMCA's exciting expansion and renovation project, and how your support can benefit your business through the Neighborhood Assistance Program on March 19th from 5:30-7:00 PM. Check out the informational flyer. and RSVP here.

Community Giving Foundation- YIP GRANT DEADLINE MARCH 17TH

Read About the Youth in Philanthropy Grant Round Here. and Apply for the Grants Here

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is now accepting appointments!

Our VITA Program is now accepting appointments. Please let your clients know they can get their state, federal, and local taxes done for FREE. You can book appointments from now through April 5th. You can book your appointment online at https://svuw.org/vita or call (570) 416-2704 and leave a voicemail, and a VITA volunteer will return your call as soon as possible.

Ronald McDonald House of Danville hosting Garden Party

Join the Ronald McDonald House of Danville for a captivating evening at the second annual Garden Party at Dark. Learn more here.

LCP Alumni Event

Are you a graduate of Leadership Central Penn? Meet the 2025 and connect with your classmates at an alumni event happening March 20th. Click here to register!

DCDC Dueling Pianos Back April 4th

Danville Child Development Center's Annual Dueling Pianos Event is happening April 4th. Learn more..

Bloomsburg ArtFest Announced, Applications Live

The seventeenth ArtFest will occur on Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. ArtFest showcases regional artists' original work, accompanied by local food, live music, and activities. More details here. Read the call for entries.