The 1889 Foundation is fortunate to be the beneficiary of a variety of fundraising events held by people and organizations who want to make a difference in our community. In September, the family of Derek Brothers worked together to throw a wonderful event in memory of this special young man (pictured below right), who passed away […]
Family of Derek Brothers raises funds for 1889 Foundation Read Post »
The ninth annual Chef Auction took place on October 12, and was a huge success! More than $37,000 was raised to benefit The Healing Patch, a free grief counseling and support program for children who have lost a loved one. It was a delicious evening, and we are grateful to everyone who volunteered, sponsored, donated,
Thank you for a wonderful Chef Auction! Read Post »
The 1889 Foundation recently mailed the first edition of The 1889 Times, our new newsletter, to our friends and supporters. The newsletter contained our annual report information, as well as articles about our major initiatives. To download a copy, please click here.
2015-2016 Annual Community Report Read Post »
On Sept. 14, 2016, the formation of the Cambria County Drug Coalition was announced as an effort to combat illegal drug use and alcohol abuse in our area. The coalition will work to reduce and ultimately eliminate overdose deaths, reduce illegal drug use, expand prevention efforts, address treatment options for those whose are addicted, and reduce
1889 Foundation supports new Cambria County Drug Coalition Read Post »
The 1889 Foundation and the Pennsylvania Rural Arts Alliance (PRAA) are pleased to announce the recipients of the 2016 Creative Health Impact Grant Awards. The awards, which support arts programs related to health and wellness in Cambria and Somerset Counties, provide 1889 Foundation funds to programs selected by the PRAA. Six programs were selected from
Creative Health Impact Grant winners announced Read Post »
On July 24, pets and their owners came to Windber Recreation Park for the 11th annual Pet Therapy Day. The event, which was supported in part by the 1889 Foundation, raised money for animal shelters and pet therapy initiatives across the county. Organizer Christine Fogle, who takes her dogs Gracie and Mahlah to hospitals, nursing
Pet Therapy Day is a big success Read Post »
The 9th Annual Chef’s Auction is coming up on October 12, 2016 at the Pasquerilla Conference Center! It’s sure to be a fantastic evening, with tastings from a wide variety of chefs and restaurants. This delicious event is for a great cause, too — proceeds will help expand the reach of The Healing Patch, a program of the Home
Chef Auction is coming up! Read Post »
The 1889 Foundation has a variety of scholarship funds that were established to support students pursuing a career in healthcare. In 2016, we were proud to present more than 50 awards totaling over $52,000 to deserving students in nursing and related fields. One of these funds, the E.MAP/1889 Foundation Critical Skills Scholarship Endowment, was founded
1889 Foundation supports students in healthcare fields through scholarships Read Post »
The 1889 Foundation is proud to support the 11th annual Pet Therapy Day at Windber Recreation Park, from noon-5:00 pm on Sunday, July 24! There will be music, fun and friends — all friendly pets on leashes are welcome! Download this Pet Therapy Day flyer for complete details on the event, including how to participate
Pet Therapy Day is on July 24! Read Post »
Mark your calendar now for these important events in 2016. More information will be posted as it becomes available!
