The Foundation for Enhancing Communities

Join us for an evening reception recognizing this year’s Harrisburg Hoopla participants and winners, whose efforts on the field fuel meaningful change throughout South Central Pennsylvania. Together, we’ll celebrate the nonprofits receiving donations and the community members who stepped up to make a difference. Enjoy a plethora of fun appetizers on us as we raise a glass to the winners!

Nonprofit professionals and community leaders from across South Central Pennsylvania are invited to attend the Susquehanna Nonprofit Summit, a free, one-day regional conference focused on connection, collaboration and shared learning.

Held on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at the Wyndham Gettysburg Hotel & Conference Center, this event will bring together nonprofit staff, executives and board members to explore today’s most pressing challenges and opportunities and leave with practical ideas they can put into action.

The conference is being planned by a regional partnership that includes Adams County Community Foundation, The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC), Lancaster County Community Foundation, the High Center for Nonprofit Excellence, Partnership for Better Health and the York County Community Foundation, with sponsorship support from RKL and WellSpan.

Get ready, Harrisburg. Hoopla is back on Saturday, June 6, 2026.

Harrisburg Hoopla is a full day of action where friends, coworkers and neighbors team up to take on physical challenges, puzzle games and activities you will not find anywhere else. Each team selects a local nonprofit to represent, allowing them to win money that will be donated directly back to the community.

It is competition with a cause, filled with energy, laughter and connection. At the end of the day, your fun creates real impact. A portion of proceeds also supports the Emerging Philanthropists Fund at TFEC, which helps new leaders strengthen Central PA.

Discover the work of local nonprofits and connect with the people making a difference in our region at Nonprofit Day, a free community event held Friday, Sept. 19, from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Broad Street Market in Harrisburg during 3rd in the Burg. Hosted by The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC), this gathering highlights the services and opportunities available to you while celebrating the organizations that strengthen our community.

Attendees will have the opportunity to:

• Learn about the services and resources available to them

• Explore volunteer opportunities with local organizations

• Meet the individuals helping to strengthen our community

Nonprofit Day is free to attend and open to everyone.

No registration is required for attendees.

Who will you meet?

Community Connections for Children, the Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) serving Regions 9 and 10, connects families with quality child care and financial assistance, supports providers with training and technical help, and partners with employers to promote work–life balance and stronger early-learning programs.

The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) works to inspire giving and strengthen the region by connecting donors with causes that matter. Through grants, scholarships and community programs, TFEC supports local nonprofits, empowers students and helps build a stronger, more vibrant future for Central Pennsylvania.

Gather the Spirit for Justice is a welcoming, nonreligious community center in Allison Hill, Harrisburg. It offers supportive services such as community breakfasts, assistance obtaining state IDs, and help navigating housing, legal and utility challenges. The organization also works with local partners to build common ground across social, racial and economic lines.

Girl Scouts in the Heart of Pennsylvania empowers girls to become confident, courageous and community-minded leaders through a broad range of programs. Serving more than 10,000 girls across 30 Central and Northeastern Pennsylvania counties, GSHPA offers opportunities in STEM, outdoor adventure, entrepreneurship and life skills development. Girls explore nature, build leadership through iconic programs like cookie sales and earn awards such as the Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards for positive change in their communities.

Latino Hispanic American Community Center (LHACC) empowers and advocates for Harrisburg’s Latino and Hispanic population by offering inclusive services that meet immediate needs and build long-term opportunity. The center provides bilingual support such as assistance with job training, English language learning, basic necessities and entrepreneurial guidance from its newly expanded center in Allison Hill. All programs are designed to help individuals and families thrive in the region.

Humane Society of Harrisburg Area builds a better community for pets and people through compassion, protection, education and collaboration. As a no-kill shelter serving Dauphin, Cumberland and Perry counties, the organization helps homeless, abandoned and lost animals find loving homes, offers resources like its pet food bank and community cat programs, and supports families through reduced-barrier adoption and humane education.

The LGBT Center of Central PA fosters inclusive communities and holistic well‑being for LGBTQ people through social, educational and cultural engagement. Serving more than 2,000 individuals annually across Dauphin, Cumberland, York and Lancaster counties, the center offers affirming programs such as Common Roads for youth and a History Project that preserves regional LGBTQ stories. Their work supports community connection, cultural expression and collective liberation.

Tec Centro Capital Region is a locally governed nonprofit workforce development and training center serving the Harrisburg region. It provides bilingual adult education, basic computer training and job readiness support. The center offers free classes in areas such as high school equivalency, English as a second language and occupational training, including programs in allied health and skilled trades. Working with community partners, it helps learners overcome barriers to employment and build lasting career pathways.

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