This time of year, our thoughts turn to choosing the perfect gift. But what do you give someone who has everything? Honor that special person by giving to the Community Foundation of Warren County in his or her name. It’s a gift that truly keeps on giving for non-profit organizations that provide benefits to the […]
The Community Foundation of Warren County is pleased to announce the return of Warren Gives on Wednesday, May 10 – from 6 AM to 10 PM. This special event involves sixteen hours of online giving with goals to raise awareness and appreciation for Warren County non-profits and to encourage new giving. This year there will once […]
A collaboration between the Community Foundation of Warren County and Warren General Hospital will enable more patients to receive treatment locally. The Community Foundation provided a $125,000 grant to fully fund the purchase of a stereotactic breast biopsy unit. The biopsy unit will work in tandem with the hospital’s Hologic 3D mammography equipment. “The unit […]
A Legacy that is now 4 Generations in the Making February 26, 2022 A burning desire for helping others through healthcare and volunteerism has given birth to an enduring legacy of scholarship gifts to area nurses—thanks to Mary Edwards Conarro. Mary’s passion for nursing extends across four generations in her family. Starting with her mother, […]
Pennsylvania sees an average of 27,000 child abuse cases each year. Approximately 130 of those cases occur in Warren County. The Children’s Advocacy Center, which officially opened its doors in July of 2018, now offers those affected children a safe place to tell their stories. Years of work and planning have gone into the creation […]
After a successful revitalization campaign, community leaders in the Youngsville area wanted to begin a new philanthropic endeavor that would assist the entire Brokenstraw Valley area with projects and improvements. They wanted to create “A Foundation for Our Future” by establishing a fund that was based in the community and would benefit the community forever. […]
“Sometimes need is the barrier. It actually prevents some students from going to school on a daily basis.” Kristine Trubic, attendance officer for the Warren County School District, explains just how difficult it can be for kids to feel good about going to school, and about themselves, when basic personal needs are not met. That […]
Since 1949, The Community Foundation of Warren County has offered a way for people to support the organizations that make Warren County a special place to live. Started with less than $36,600, today the Foundation’s assets exceed $70 million thanks to the generous gifts of many Warren County residents. In 2017 the Foundation distributed just […]
The Community Foundation of Warren County online application is now available for students who wish to apply for scholarships for the 2018 — 2019 academic year. “We delayed opening up the application this year while we worked out a few bugs from last year,” noted Executive Director, John Lasher. “We hope the changes we made […]
The Paula Southwell Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of Paula Southwell, a student at Warren Area High School, who died tragically prior to graduation. A graduating senior is selected for exemplifying the qualities by which Paula lived; leadership, intelligence, passion, and determination. They must participate in community service throughout their high school careers and […]
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