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The First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania (FCFP) in collaboration with Blaise
Alexander Family Dealerships, will host Raise the Region on March 8 and 9, 2023. The 30-hour online program is designed to help kick off the 2023 fundraising efforts of local nonprofits through the generosity of our sponsors and the community at large.
Participation in Raise the Region is available to 501c3 organizations serving residents in Columbia, Lycoming, Montour, Northumberland, Snyder, Tioga, or Union Counties.
Pre-registration is required by Friday, February 24, 2023.
For nonprofits interested in registering for this event and a complete set of rules, please visit www.RaiseTheRegion.org.
"Raise the Region builds a sense of community," said Jason McCahan, Director of Philanthropy.
"It has become a primary fundraiser for many organizations over the years and donors appreciate the opportunity to help a variety of local nonprofits throughout the region. It is a true celebration of local philanthropy,” McCahan added.
Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships has donated $175,000 that will be used to stretch every donation made to pre-registered nonprofits. Additional monetary prizes and incentives sponsored by First Citizens Community Bank, Larson Design Group, Pennsylvania Skill by Miele Manufacturing, Subaru, Toyota Motor Corporation, UPMC, and Weis Markets will be awarded to participating nonprofits throughout the entire event.
In 2022, north central Pennsylvania donated $2,144,702 to 320 nonprofit organizations. The program had thousands of donors make over 13,700 gifts. Since the start in 2013, Raise the Region has collectively received over $14.4 million in donations for the benefit of local nonprofit organizations.
FCFP works to improve the quality of life in North Central Pennsylvania through community leadership, the promotion of philanthropy, the strengthening of nonprofit impact and the perpetual stewardship of charitable
assets.
FCFP strives to create powerful communities through passionate giving®. For more information on the programs and services offered by FCFP, or to learn more about ways to make a difference in your community, contact the Community Foundation office at 570-321-1500.