Member News – November 29, 2023

Member Holiday Happenings

Susquehanna Valley United Way launches Behavioral Health Page

Susquehanna Valley United Way has launched a Behavioral Health Page that will be a way to request training, workshops, or presentations. We encourage everyone to check out the page, here.

Pennsylvania College of Technology Offering EMT Course

An Emergency Medical Technician course, beginning the week of Jan. 8 and running through early May, will be offered at three locations by Workforce Development at Pennsylvania College of Technology. The schedule is flexible, with in-class sessions from 6 to 9 p.m. twice a week. Seating is limited and the registration deadline is 1 p.m. on December 15. Learn more about this course.

2023 Small Business Advantage Grant Application Now Open

he 2023-2024 Small Business Advantage Grant Program is currently open. Project work completed on or after July 1, 2023 will be considered for funding. The application period will close when funding is exhausted or March 22, 2024, whichever occurs first. Learn More.

Nominations for PA Teacher of the Year

Pennsylvanians are encouraged to nominate their favorite teacher to be the Commonwealth’s 2025 Teacher of the Year by Friday, Dec. 15. Nominate your favorite teacher here.

Community Health Worker Training Marks 1 year

September 14 marked the end of Year 1 of the Community Health Worker Training (SYNCH) Program at the CSIU. During that time, we have enrolled a total of 112 participants in training. 64 have successfully completed the core course and 46 are currently actively enrolled. Learn more about this program and register for training.

VITA Volunteers Needed

The Susquehanna Valley United Way is looking for volunteers for their annual Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. Learn more.

Federal Tax Update Webinar December 14th

McKonly & Asbury will be presenting a webinar on Federal Tax Update & Considerations for the Expirations of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act on December 14 at 2:00 pm. Attendees will gain insight on the following, a better understanding of federal tax policy, how Congress makes decisions on income taxes, and how these decisions will affect you and your company. CPE credit is available. Register today!

Free No Cost Electrical Safety Training Available

IMC, in partnership with The Manufacturers’ Association, is bringing No-Cost Electrical Safety Training for General Industry to Central PA. Learn more.

Columbia County Farm Bureau Wins Premier Award

The Columbia County Farm Bureau won the prestigious “Premier County Award,” at Pennsylvania Farm Bureau’s 73rd Annual Meeting in Hershey. The award is the highest honor bestowed upon a county Farm Bureau among Pennsylvania’s 54 county Farm Bureaus. Learn more!

CSO accepting RFP for Services

Central Susquehanna Opportunities, Inc. (CSO) will receive proposals for Human Resource Consultant/Firm services. The RFP is intended to seek proposals from qualified Individuals/Companies to oversee and manage our IT Network and security Upgrades/Services and Maintenance for a contract to begin on or around January 1, 2024. Learn more.

Small Business Administration Accepting Nominations

Nominations for the 2024 National Small Business Week Awards are being accepted through December 7th at 4:00 pm. Take a look at all the categories and nominate a business here.