Four Franklin County nonprofits have been awarded a combined $51,925 through Pennsylvania’s Neighborhood Assistance Program to support housing, firefighter training, food access and workforce development.
The program offers tax credits to encourage businesses to invest in community projects.
Habitat for Humanity of Franklin County received $22,500 to help build the organization’s 67th home. The house will be in Waynesboro and owned by a local family.
The Waynesboro Volunteer Fire Department received $1,800 to provide protective gear and training for its growing Junior Firefighter Program. The funding will support workforce development efforts in the rural community.
South Central Community Action Programs received $14,625 for its Gleaning Project, which rescues and redistributes fresh produce. The project works to reduce hunger, improve health and increase access to food in rural Adams and Franklin counties.
The United Way of Franklin County received $13,000 to expand job training, financial education, support services and English as a second language assistance.
