June 24, 2026
The Volunteers in Philanthropy of the Community Giving Foundation are pleased to announce grant awards totaling $12,000 to local charitable nonprofits and government agencies serving the Berwick area. Grant decisions through the Volunteers in Philanthropy Fund are directed by a group of local donors committed to supporting the Berwick community in meaningful ways, with a focus on programs providing direct impact and service to Berwick area residents.
2026 Grant Recipients
- AGAPE Love From Above To Our Community—Operation “Teamwork Makes the Dream Work”, $1,000
- Berwick Arts Association—Berwick Community Art Initiative, $2,000
- Berwick Boulevard Association—Organization Support/Sponsorship, $1,000
- Berwick Historical Society—The Gardens Project, $5,000
- Beyond Violence, Inc.—Support for Shelter Programs, $1,000
- For the Cause—Education Expansion Development Program, $1,000
- Stuart Tank Memorial Association—Organization Support, $1,000
Since 2010, Volunteers in Philanthropy has granted over $150,000 to Berwick organizations. Its mission is to improve the quality of life for Berwick area residents, with the goal of enriching volunteerism and making meaningful grant investments. Over its history, members have participated in a number of events and activities to promote community connections and growth. If you would like to join this group of community-minded philanthropists, please contact Robert Foster, chairperson, at [email protected].
Community Giving Foundation convenes and connects people, resources, and ideas. The Foundation manages over 400 charitable funds—including permanent, flexible endowments that meet local needs and personalized giving services that achieve donor goals—and annually distributes over $4 million in grants and scholarships. Through local expertise and partnerships, the Foundation is uniquely positioned to connect community giving with community needs to maximize impact—today, tomorrow, and forever.
Volunteers in Philanthropy members pose with grant recipient representatives on June 24th. Back L to R: Kay Mentrikoski, Marilyn Muehlhof, Bob Foster, Heather Geiser, and Phil Geiser. Front L to R: Dave Kovach (Stuart Tank), Tom McLaughlin (Stuart Tank), Patsy Bowers (Berwick Boulevard Association), Connie Donlin (Berwick Arts Association), and Jim Stout (Berwick Historical Society).