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Partners in Purpose Announces 2026 Nonprofit Selections
The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) and TheBurg are proud to announce the four nonprofit organizations selected for the Partners in Purpose program. Created to elevate the stories of local nonprofits serving Dauphin and Cumberland counties, the program...
TFEC Partnership Helps Remove Financial Barriers for Regional Nonprofit Leaders
Five nonprofit leaders from across South Central Pennsylvania have been selected by The High Center for Nonprofits to participate in executive leadership programming through a partnership supported by The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC). Through the...
TFEC Earns the 2026 Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency
HARRISBURG, PA — The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) has earned a 2026 Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency, reinforcing the trust donors and community partners place in the foundation to steward charitable resources with integrity. The Platinum Seal...
Harrisburg Hoopla Returns June 6 to Support Local Nonprofits
HARRISBURG, PA — Harrisburg Hoopla will return to City Island on Saturday, June 6, 2026, giving teams from across the region a chance to compete for a cause while supporting local nonprofits. Hosted as a program of The Foundation for Enhancing Communities, Harrisburg...
TFEC’s Offers New Opportunity to Financially Support Young Learners Throughout the Summer
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Families should take advantage of this new opportunity to offset the financial burden of summer camps for their young children. The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) is breaking down barriers to summer learning with a new scholarship that...
Investing in Housing Solutions Across South Central Pennsylvania
Housing shapes every part of community life. When people have a safe and stable place to live, families are stronger, health improves and communities are better positioned to grow. That is why The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) has committed to supporting...
Grant Applications Now Open to Support South Central Pennsylvania Nonprofits
The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) is now accepting applications for Grant Cycle 2, offering funding opportunities to nonprofits serving South Central Pennsylvania. Eligible nonprofits can review guidelines and apply at www.tfec.org. The application...
A Learning Opportunity for Early Education Professionals That Takes a Cue from the Community
HARRISBURG, Pa. — This one-of-a-kind conference is meeting the needs of South-Central Pennsylvania by providing early education professionals with important training. The 2026 Virtual Early Learning Conference presented by The Foundation for Enhancing Communities...
Attention Area Nonprofits! Lotus Fund Now Accepting Letters of Application for Arts Programs Serving Perry County
Harrisburg, PA – The Lotus Fund, a fund of the Perry County Community Foundation, a regional foundation of The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC), is pleased to announce that Letters of Application are now being accepted from nonprofit organizations for arts...
Susquehanna Nonprofit Summit to Bring Regional Nonprofit Leaders Together on April 22
Nonprofit professionals and community leaders from across the lower Susquehanna Valley will gather on April 22 for the Susquehanna Nonprofit Summit, a one-day regional conference focused on connection, collaboration and shared learning to build nonprofit capacity and...
