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The First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania, in collaboration with Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships, will host Raise the Region on March 8 and 9, according to a news release.
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, the news release said. Pre-registration is required by Feb. 24. For nonprofits interested in registering for this event and a complete set of rules, visit www.RaiseTheRegion.org.
"Raise the Region builds a sense of community," said Jason McCahan, director of philanthropy, according to the news release. "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."
"Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships has generously donated $175,000 that will be used to stretch every donation made to pre-registered nonprofits," the news release said. "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."
"The Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships are proud to be a part of Raise the Region for the 11th year. This fundraiser continues to give us the opportunity to support a variety of local nonprofits," said Aubrey Alexander, according to the news release. "Last year, we saw great success with the addition of Tioga County nonprofits. We are looking forward to another record-breaking event this year."
In 2022, north central Pennsylvania "showed its true spirit of philanthropy" by donating $2,144,702 to 320 nonprofit organizations, according to the news release. 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.
The First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania 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. The foundation "strives to create powerful communities through passionate giving," according to the news release. For more information on the programs and services offered by the foundation, or to learn more about ways to make a difference in your community, contact the foundation's office at 570-321-1500.