Lehigh Valley Community Foundation

The Upper Bucks Community Fund Committee recently met to review and recommend grants from Erwin J. & Gertrude K. Neusch Fund and the Richard E. Gasser Fund. The grant recipients will be notified in the coming weeks.?#upperbuckscounty?#upperbucks?#nonprofitgrants?#LVCF

LVCF staff participated in today’s Lehigh Valley Funders Network meeting with guest speaker Dr. Christopher Borick, Professor and Director of the Muhlenberg College Institute of Public Opinion, who spoke on Post-Election Philanthropy: Election Results, Analysis, and Considerations for the months ahead.

Honoring all the brave men and women who have served our country. Today, we remember your sacrifice and dedication. Thank you, veterans, for defending our freedom and inspiring us with your courage. #VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans

LVCF's Carrie Nedick, Director of Donor Services, recently spoke at a luncheon hosted by One Financial Services, highlighting the importance of creating a philanthropic legacy, the ripple effects of giving, and the role of a supportive community. #placebasedphilanthropy #CommunityLeadership Carrie Nedick

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the insightful program featuring Tom Garrity, Managing Partner at Compass Point Consulting, LLC! Tom shared his expertise on "Beyond Taxes – The Challenges of Succession Planning for Family Businesses and the Impact on Estate Planning," providing invaluable strategies for navigating growth, ownership transitions, and preserving family dynamics. It was a fantastic event at Saucon Valley Country Club, and we were thrilled to collaborate with the Estate Planning Council of the Lehigh Valley to bring such meaningful discussions to our community. LVCF's Erika Riddle Petrozelli, CPA, CAP, President and CEO got the program started with a welcome and story of philanthropy. #estateplanning #successionplanning #businessgrowth #LVCF #epclv

Ready to be inspired by an extraordinary career journey? A member of LVCF's Board of Governors, Marvin Webb—a modern dancer turned nonprofit executive and now the Founder and CEO of two companies—career path is chronicled by the Washington Post. From navigating pivots with grace to founding a revolutionary job portal for nonprofit leaders, Marvin’s story is packed with lessons on resilience, creativity, and purpose. Dive into his story in the Washington Post Jobs page and discover how he’s turning his vision into a reality! See the story at: https://bit.ly/3Yr503P Marvin Webb MS, MBA, MFA

LVCF was proud to sponsor the Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley’s Lehigh Valley Nonprofit Impact Conference on October 23, 2024. Our own Megan Briggs, Vice President of Community Investments, was part of an all-star panel that presented, “Collaborating with Funders for Impact.” LVCF’s Robyn Weaver, Program Officer for Capacity Building, worked the LVCF booth and attended the conference. She noted, “It was a day that celebrated collaboration, and centered the incredible impact all the amazing nonprofits make on our community. I’m so grateful to work amongst such brilliant and wonderful humans.Megan Barnes Briggs, Robyn Weaver, MSW,

LVCF in partnership with the PPL Foundation launched the Good Neighbor Fund, a new grant program to provide much-needed financial assistance to help households struggling with energy costs. Grants will be issued to nonprofits that offer utility assistance programs and who serve the 29 counties in eastern and central Pennsylvania that make up PPL Electric’s service area. Nonprofit organizations can apply for grants ranging from $10,000 to $30,000. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/3ZYoPC9 #EnergyAssistance

LVCF in partnership with the Estate Planning Council of the Lehigh Valley is hosting a program featuring Tom Garrity, Managing Partner at Compass Point Consulting, LLC., who will present "Beyond Taxes – The Challenges of Succession Planning for Family Businesses and the Impact on Estate Planning.," on October 30 at Saucon Valley Country Club As a leading expert in growth strategies and ownership transitions for family-owned businesses, Tom will share valuable insights on building successful companies while preserving strong family dynamics. This collaborative event offers EPC members an excellent opportunity to gain practical strategies from a seasoned professional in the field. #estateplanning #successionplanning #taxplanning #businessgrowth #epclv #LVCF

Attention Lehigh Valley Nurses! The Frances Sadler Award for Nursing is now accepting applications! This award supports first-year nurses who are passionate about women's health and wellness. If you began your nursing career after January 1, 2023, have a strong academic record, and demonstrate financial need, apply by November 10, 2024. Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/evc5k_P6