October 9, 2017
The Lion Foundation Announces Grant Awards for Second Half of 2017
Nearly $70,000 in grants awarded supporting academics, arts, athletics and more
The Lion Foundation awarded on October 4th nearly $70,000 in grants to support academic, athletic and cultural programs in Camp Hill School District, bringing the total amount of grants awarded in 2017 to nearly $110,000.The Lion Foundation operates as a 501(c)3 non-profit, charitable organization in support of the school district.
From funding hands on science and literacy initiatives in the classroom, growing the arts, supporting world languages and championing our athletics teams, The Lion Foundation and its donors strive every day to help make sure that Camp Hill’s students are ready to be the leaders of tomorrow.
Patty Craig, superintendent of Camp Hill School District; John Kennedy, president of the Foundation; and Robin Jones, executive director, presented grants to recipients during the school day. Here are just a few of the grants awarded; a complete list is available online:
Earlier in 2017, The Lion Foundation presented an additional $37,000 in grants to support Camp Hill academic initiatives, athletic teams, a memorial scholarship and support for needy students. The Lion Foundation also allocates approximately $300,000 a year from the Pollock Endowment to operate and maintain the Grace Milliman Pollock Performing Arts Center.
“The Lion Foundation is proud to give back to the Camp School District and the students it educates,” said Kennedy. “Through grants awarded by The Lion Foundation, sometimes funded in partnership with booster clubs and community support, we are able to make a positive impact for our children, our schools and our community.”
“On behalf of the Camp Hill students and staff, I’d like to thank the Lion Foundation for their generosity,” said Craig. “We are so very grateful for our thriving partnership and their continued commitment to supporting academic, athletic and cultural programming opportunities for the District.”
Each year, The Lion Foundation allocates a sum of money for Grant Requests. Requests are reviewed on a first come, first served basis and prioritized with other funding requests received by The Lion Foundation Allocations Committee. Donors are also able to donate to restricted funds for specific programs and projects. Grant information is available at http://www.thelionfoundation.org.
Follow the Lion Foundation on social media: https://www.facebook.com/thelionfoundation/ or https://twitter.com/lionfoundation.
For more information on any of these requests, contact [email protected] or 717-592-1100.
Nearly $70,000 in grants awarded supporting academics, arts, athletics and more
The Lion Foundation awarded on October 4th nearly $70,000 in grants to support academic, athletic and cultural programs in Camp Hill School District, bringing the total amount of grants awarded in 2017 to nearly $110,000.The Lion Foundation operates as a 501(c)3 non-profit, charitable organization in support of the school district.
From funding hands on science and literacy initiatives in the classroom, growing the arts, supporting world languages and championing our athletics teams, The Lion Foundation and its donors strive every day to help make sure that Camp Hill’s students are ready to be the leaders of tomorrow.
Patty Craig, superintendent of Camp Hill School District; John Kennedy, president of the Foundation; and Robin Jones, executive director, presented grants to recipients during the school day. Here are just a few of the grants awarded; a complete list is available online:
- Mobile STEAM Aquaponic Systems for Hoover/Eisenhower/Middle School
- High School & Band Sound System
- MSHS Wellness iPad Lab for Health & Highway Safety Classes
- Traumatic Stress in Students Staff /Parent Training Program
Earlier in 2017, The Lion Foundation presented an additional $37,000 in grants to support Camp Hill academic initiatives, athletic teams, a memorial scholarship and support for needy students. The Lion Foundation also allocates approximately $300,000 a year from the Pollock Endowment to operate and maintain the Grace Milliman Pollock Performing Arts Center.
“The Lion Foundation is proud to give back to the Camp School District and the students it educates,” said Kennedy. “Through grants awarded by The Lion Foundation, sometimes funded in partnership with booster clubs and community support, we are able to make a positive impact for our children, our schools and our community.”
“On behalf of the Camp Hill students and staff, I’d like to thank the Lion Foundation for their generosity,” said Craig. “We are so very grateful for our thriving partnership and their continued commitment to supporting academic, athletic and cultural programming opportunities for the District.”
Each year, The Lion Foundation allocates a sum of money for Grant Requests. Requests are reviewed on a first come, first served basis and prioritized with other funding requests received by The Lion Foundation Allocations Committee. Donors are also able to donate to restricted funds for specific programs and projects. Grant information is available at http://www.thelionfoundation.org.
Follow the Lion Foundation on social media: https://www.facebook.com/thelionfoundation/ or https://twitter.com/lionfoundation.
For more information on any of these requests, contact [email protected] or 717-592-1100.
THE LION FOUNDATION
OCTOBER 2017 GRANT AWARDS
OCTOBER 2017 GRANT AWARDS
ACADEMICS
Mobile STEAM Aquaponic Systems for Hoover/Eisenhower/Middle School: $4,835
High School Junior Achievement Financial Summit: $1,000
MSHS World Language Digital Recording Lab Devices: $4,090
Eisenhower Learning Garden STEM Program: $400
8th grade Document Camera: $140
Kindergarten Reading A-Z Program /Materials & Books: $285
11th grade English - Lions at the Mane Event Field Trips & Scholarships: $2,000*
HS AP U.S. History Cumberland Co. Historical Society Presentations: $130**
8th Grade English ‘MY Access’ Interactive Writing Program & Chromebook: $2,570
Eisenhower Mobile Maker Space: $600
1st Grade Frank Littlebear Speaker 2 day Program: $1,250
Hoover Leveled Literacy Intervention Program: $3,724
Hoover Positive Behavior School Incentives: $1,295
ARTS
High School & Band Sound System: $3,975
Hoover Bottle Cap Mural Project: $365
High School Choral Music Trip Scholarships: $1,000*
ATHLETIC/CLUBS/FITNESS
Girls High School Softball Scoreboard Hoover w/ installation: $12,693†
MSHS Wellness iPad Lab for Health & Highway Safety Classes: $4,000
Transportation Funding for the MSHS Ski Club: $2,141
OTHER
High School Perfect Attendance Program rewards- Homecoming Tickets 2017: $250
MSHS 10 Café Replacement Tables: $16,000
Eisenhower Lion Pride Positive Behavior Program: $200
Hoover Arrival/Departure Umbrellas: $520
Eisenhower Wireless Microphone & Speaker: $244
Traumatic Stress in Students Staff /Parent Training Program: $175
*Funded in or whole or in part by the Earl Besch fund
**Funded by the Robert Crist fund
†Funded in partnership with the Camp Hill Athletic Booster Club, Camp Hill Guys Night Out
and the Camp Hill Girls Softball League
Mobile STEAM Aquaponic Systems for Hoover/Eisenhower/Middle School: $4,835
High School Junior Achievement Financial Summit: $1,000
MSHS World Language Digital Recording Lab Devices: $4,090
Eisenhower Learning Garden STEM Program: $400
8th grade Document Camera: $140
Kindergarten Reading A-Z Program /Materials & Books: $285
11th grade English - Lions at the Mane Event Field Trips & Scholarships: $2,000*
HS AP U.S. History Cumberland Co. Historical Society Presentations: $130**
8th Grade English ‘MY Access’ Interactive Writing Program & Chromebook: $2,570
Eisenhower Mobile Maker Space: $600
1st Grade Frank Littlebear Speaker 2 day Program: $1,250
Hoover Leveled Literacy Intervention Program: $3,724
Hoover Positive Behavior School Incentives: $1,295
ARTS
High School & Band Sound System: $3,975
Hoover Bottle Cap Mural Project: $365
High School Choral Music Trip Scholarships: $1,000*
ATHLETIC/CLUBS/FITNESS
Girls High School Softball Scoreboard Hoover w/ installation: $12,693†
MSHS Wellness iPad Lab for Health & Highway Safety Classes: $4,000
Transportation Funding for the MSHS Ski Club: $2,141
OTHER
High School Perfect Attendance Program rewards- Homecoming Tickets 2017: $250
MSHS 10 Café Replacement Tables: $16,000
Eisenhower Lion Pride Positive Behavior Program: $200
Hoover Arrival/Departure Umbrellas: $520
Eisenhower Wireless Microphone & Speaker: $244
Traumatic Stress in Students Staff /Parent Training Program: $175
*Funded in or whole or in part by the Earl Besch fund
**Funded by the Robert Crist fund
†Funded in partnership with the Camp Hill Athletic Booster Club, Camp Hill Guys Night Out
and the Camp Hill Girls Softball League
The Lion Foundation operates as a 501(c)3 non-profit, charitable organization that works with the Camp Hill School District, Parent-Teacher Organizations and many other community organizations and members to raise funds and support for projects and programs prioritized according to four areas: academics; athletics; cultural activities; and a long-term endowment.