Nonprofit News

The WorkshopLV: Environment + Transportation meeting laid out measurable goals for the soon to be due climate action plan, that will open up more grants for the region

Molly Coleman works with families to help their kids develop positive relationships with food.

The ice skating rink at SteekStacks, put on by ArtsQuest, will cap off its second winter in operation Monday. The nonprofit took a loss on ice skating there for a second year, according to the organizers.

ArtsQuest's Three Kings Day celebration in Bethlehem Sunday brought crowds despite heavy snow the night before.

The North Whitehall Board of Supervisors on Tuesday granted approval for a new recreation center at Valley Youth House's Camp Fowler. It will be called the Carter Family Center.

Lehigh Valley Rescue is now an officially recognized nonprofit with 501(c)(3) status. It aims to train first responders from across the Lehigh Valley who have an interest in vehicle rescue.

The Winter Light Spectacular features 1.2 million lights in holiday displays, fire pits for s’mores, hot chocolate and live performances by princesses Anna, Elsa, Belle and Cinderella.

The grant money first approved by the Pennsylvania Legislature in 2018 can go toward making safety infrastructure improvements to facilities.

The Barcelona-based singer performed a mix of classic, flamenco, Valencia and Catalan music at a concert and fundraiser for child literacy at Lehigh Valley Public Media.

It's a Festivus for felines! Emmaus cat boutique Purr Haus hosted a Festivus celebration on Saturday, Dec. 23 to collect contributions for local rescue Ruff Life, with a them of everyone's favorite fake holiday.

Block captain efforts were among the 337 volunteers who so far have helped raise $125,000 for New Bethany Ministries programs in south Bethlehem.

Through Dec. 24, and while supplies last, children can get a free bike, helmet and proper training this Christmas. Email cat.lvcat.org with the child’s height and weight and to arrange a pick-up, or call 610-954-5744 for more details.

Hundreds of employees participated in the United Way $100k challenge, which awarded grants to 20 nonprofits at a celebration at Crayola's headquarters on Monday.

The practice started in 1992 when a successful wreath salesman found himself with a surplus of the fresh greens. Then he remembered how he felt when he first laid eyes on Arlington National Cemetery.

The charity event held Saturday in Bethlehem raised close to $3,000 for Turning Point of Lehigh Valley.

The Allentown nonprofit is gearing up to break ground that would add around 6,000 square feet to its art school located at 510 Linden St. The state awarded $1 million through an LSA grant to the project, which is expected to cost around $5.5 million.

The church proposed a simple change to property lines that could have larger ramifications.

The addiction recovery resource center has moved to a bigger space upstairs after having 'outgrown' its previous one downstairs on Hamilton street in Allentown.

Today is Giving Tuesday, a day of increased charitable donations. Local nonprofit organizations such as Second Harvest Food Bank and the American Red Cross hope to benefit from the increased generosity the day brings.

Hurricane Helene may be out of the headlines, but the residents of North Carolina still need help with everyday items. Nazareth nonprofit Every Ribbon Counts is rallying the valley to help these victims.

If you need help putting gifts under the tree, here is where to find help.

The center uses harm reduction, social activities, and job services to help people get back on their feet after addiction.