News from the Community Foundation
New Tax Rules Make Charitable Giving More Rewarding in 2026
Tax planning tips from the Carbon County Community Foundation New federal tax rules taking effect in 2026 mean that making a charitable gift could be more beneficial than ever, even if you've never thought of yourself as someone who itemizes deductions or gives...
Join Us to Celebrate 10 Years!
The Carbon County Community Foundation invites the community to join in celebrating a decade of local philanthropy at its 10-Year Anniversary Celebration on Friday, May 29, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Blue Mountain Resort in Palmerton. The evening promises to be a true...
2026 Grants & Scholarships Awards Celebration
Save the date for our 2026 Spring Grants and Scholarships Awards Celebration! Join us for an evening of recognition, connection, and community pride as we honor this season’s grant and scholarship recipients.📅 Event Details: Wednesday, June 17, 20266:30 PM Orioles...
A Dinner Worth Talking About
Stone Row Pub & Eatery to Host Fundraiser for ‘Feeding Our Neighbors’ FundSome of the most creative cooking in history has happened under the most challenging circumstances. That's the idea at the heart of The Peace Meal Project: From Rations to Resilience, a...
Welcome to Our Newest Board Members!
The Carbon County Community Foundation proudly welcomes three new members to its Board of Directors. (L-R Dennis DeMara, Robyn Plesniarski, & Melissa Zegley).The Carbon County Community Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of three new members to its...
Announcing our Community Award Honorees
As it marks a decade of community impact through local philanthropy, the Carbon County Community Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of its 2026 Community Awards, a distinguished group of businesses, nonprofit organizations, and community leaders whose work...
Community Foundation Seeks Award Nominations
The Carbon County Community Foundation invites the public to submit nominations for its Community Awards, which will be presented during the Foundation’s 10-year anniversary celebration later this year. The Community Awards honor individuals, businesses, and nonprofit...
First Responders Fund Awards $60K in Kidder Twp
Pictured L-R: Maureen Minnick, Blue Ridge Real Estate Company; Brianna Marchese, Albrightsville Volunteer Fire Company; Kerril Lanum, Lake Harmony Rescue Squad; Chief Ralph Lennon, Lake Harmony Volunteer Fire Company; and Chief Matt Kuzma, Kidder Township Police...
Community Foundation President Recognized by CCEDC
We’re pleased to share that our President, Sharon Alexander, was honored with the Young Professional of the Year Award by the Carbon Chamber & Economic Development Corporation at their Midnight in the Garden Awards Gala on Friday, November 14th. This award...
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