On Nov. 29, the Cambria County Drug Coalition held a report-out to share statistics and other information related to the organization’s ongoing work to reduce the impact of drug use in our community. Ronna Yablonski (pictured above), executive director for the CCDC, led the meeting, along with representatives from law enforcement, healthcare, county government, and […]
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1889 Foundation’s annual report covering our fiscal year of 2017-2018 has been sent to many of our donors and supporters! We’re pleased to make the report available digitally here.
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This fall 1889 Foundation had the privilege of sponsoring The Healthy Kids Running Series. The Healthy Kids Running Series was created by Jeff Long, founder and president of Pattison Sports Group, to provide kids with a positive, educational, and fun experience in the world of running, while combating the increasing rates of child obesity in America. The
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1889 Foundation is proud to support the Johnstown Tomahawks Kids Club, which is a free club open to all kids aged 14 and under! The club, whose main sponsor is Conemaugh Health System, is led by Tomahawks mascot Chopper, who will encourage all participants to live a healthy lifestyle. Parents and guardians of club members
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We are grateful to the sponsors, chefs, and everyone who helped make this year’s Chef Auction such a success! We are delighted to share the gallery of photos below.
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Thank you to all the sponsors, chefs, and everyone who came to the 11th Annual Chef Auction last night! It was a fantastic evening of delicious tastings, and we are grateful for your support. Photos from the evening will be posted soon! Proceeds from this year’s Chef Auction will support grief counseling for children in
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Recently 1889 Foundation contributed $35,000 to the Laurel Highlands Alzheimer’s Association (LHAA), an organization that provides support, respite care, and other resources to families in our region dealing with Alzheimer’s disease. The money will be used to support home respite care for Alzheimer’s patients, providing quality care while their family members take a much-needed break. In
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On Monday, July 23, the 1889 Classic took place at Sunnehanna Country Club! It was a wonderful day of golf, despite slightly grey skies, and we had a wonderful time. We are grateful to presenting sponsor Conemaugh Health System/Duke LifePoint Healthcare, and everyone who helped make the event such a success.
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1889 Foundation recognizes that the need for nurse practitioners is growing in primary and specialty care, and supports education and training for these vital healthcare workers. Nurse practitioners are registered nurses who have earned at least a master’s degree and are qualified to treat patients on their own. They provide primary, acute and specialty care
The 1889 Foundation and Pennsylvania Rural Arts Alliance (PRAA) are pleased to announce the 2018 recipients of the Creative Health Impact Grant (CHIG) Awards. The awards were designed to provide up to $25,000 in 1889 Foundation funds to support arts programs related to health and wellness in Cambria and Somerset Counties. “This year there were
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