MILFORD, PA — The Barbara J. Buchanan Fund of Greater Pike Community Foundation announced a total of $1,700 in awards to help support six nonprofit organizations that provide critical social services in the region.

“Barbara Buchanan was a tireless advocate for our community and her generosity was instrumental in establishing Greater Pike’s first fund,” said board chair Gail Shuttleworth. “We are honored to continue her legacy and make these awards in her memory.” 

 The 2023 awardees include

Center for Developmental Disabilities: To update the sensory/movement room

Epilepsy Foundation of Eastern PA: For seizure recognition training for law enforcement

Forest Volunteer Fire Department: To produce safety outreach materials

GAIT Therapeutic Riding Center: For therapeutic sessions for a Pike County resident with special needs

Pike Autism Support Services: For art class for teens and adults with special needs

Westfall Township Volunteer Fire Department: To purchase dry suits for rescue operations in cold water

In addition to the Buchanan Fund grants, Greater Pike also awards funds to local nonprofits through the Richard L. Snyder Fund. Applications are now accepted online for organizations in the categories of beautification, cultural events and medical-related projects. Check www.greaterpike.org for updates on the grant cycle.

For more information, email info@greaterpike.org.

The Barbara J. Buchanan Fund at Greater Pike Community Foundation was established in 2014, and has provided funding to a variety of nonprofit organizations to help carry on their community work.

Online donations to the fund can be made at greaterpike.org. Scroll down to the fund name for the link.

Greater Pike helps individuals, families, and local businesses to provide a permanent and personal way to give back to the community. For more information, contact Jess Zufall, executive director, at 973/580-3091, email jesszufall@greaterpike.org or visit www.greaterpike.org, Facebook.com/GreaterPike and Instagram.com/GreaterPikeCF.