Content Archives: Grants at Work

Marsha Banks raised eight children as a single mother, overcoming drug addiction and a lengthy prison sentence along the way. Her life was “a miracle for sure”, eventually graduating from three colleges culminating with a Master’s Degree in Human Services. These life experiences led her to found Amiracle4sure, Inc. in 2008.

We have a tremendous need for subsides to support scholarships in our Early Learning Center. We do not turn any child away. Without those scholarships many children will not have the opportunity for a quality early education. Providing scholarships to low-income families is one way the Jewish Federation of Greater Harrisburg (JFGH) supports the community and the cultivation of the younger generation and the next generation of leaders.

The Josiah W. and Bessie H. Kline Foundation aided GSHPA with renovations to the main headquarters building in Harrisburg through a generous $50,000 grant. This building serves as the main hub for administration, volunteers, community members and Girl Scouts in our 30 county footprint.

The Josiah W. and Bessie H. Kline Foundation grant of $51,000 supported the Club’s “Power Hour” program provided to school age children through training collaboration and the use of technology.

Bethesda Mission’s Youth Center has been operating since 1990 out of a converted fire station, mentoring 50-75 children, ages 7-17, annually within the Herr Street community of northern Allison Hill, Harrisburg.