Organization Program Name Awarded Grant Amount Description
AIDS Community Alliance Cumberland Promise 2007-08 2007-2008 $35,000.00 A comprehensive HIV and STD prevention program both community and faith-based strategies to provide the education, the skills and the tools to reduce the risk of HIV infection among African-Americans. Healthy People Grant Renewal.
Amputee Support Team of Central PA Diabetes Seminar 2007-2008 $300.00 People with limb loss learn the importance of blood sugar control, proper diet and ongoing foot care to minimize complications caused by diabetes.
Carlisle Area Healthcare Auxiliary Scholarships 2008-09 2007-2008 $22,500.00 Scholarships are offered to Foundation-area students in post-secondary healthcare programs. Renewal
Carlisle Area Religious Council (Project S.H.A.R.E.) Adult Nutrition 2008-09 2007-2008 $76,800.00 Milk, cheese, bananas, oranges and orange juice are provided for SHARE clients. Renewal
Carlisle Area Religious Council (Project S.H.A.R.E.) Produce Expansion 2007-2008 $24,000.00 Fresh produce and perishable food is offered to four other regional food pantries as well as related administrative support by SHARE. Renewal
Carlisle Area School District Fitness for Life High School Seniors 2007-2008 $2,000.00 Using pedometers, heart rate monitors and other educational equipment, high school seniors are motivated to make healthy lifestyle choices.
Carlisle Area School District Crestview Elementary  Playground Project 2007-2008 $2,000.00 Playground equipment helps to increase students physical activity during recess.
Carlisle Area School District Hamilton Elementary  Kids in Motion 2007-2008 $1,750.00 Students at risk of being overweight receive specialized in-school instruction and enhanced physical activity.
Carlisle Area School District Lamberton Middle School  Milton Creagh Presentation 2007-2008 $2,000.00 Students and parents receive a prevention message from a nationally known motivational speaker focusing on drug and alcohol abuse.
Carlisle Area School District Mt. Holly Springs Elementary - Playgrounds 2007-2008 $2,000.00 Playground Equipment increases students physical activity during recess.
Carlisle Area School District Swartz High School  School Health 2007-2008 $324.00 District-wide wellness efforts are improved with the availability and utilization of body fat analyzers.
Carlisle Area School District Wilson Middle School Milton Creagh Presentation 2007-2008 $2,000.00 Students and parents receive a prevention message from a nationally known motivational speaker focusing on drug and alcohol abuse.
Carlisle Christian Academy Nutritional/Social Wellness Initiatives 2007-2008 $1,210.00 Using a nutritional consultant and student/staff incentives, the school will expand the scope of food services.
Carlisle Family YMCA Fit for Life Fall 2007 2007-2008 $12,661.00 This comprehensive program instructs overweight and obese youth and teens with their families in activity, good fitness practices and sensible nutrition in order to improve both health and self-esteem. Renewal.
Carlisle Family YMCA Active for Life 2007-2008 $13,222.00 A summer resident camp program immerses obese youth and teens in activity, good fitness practices and sensible nutrition in order to improve both health and self-esteem.
Carlisle Family YMCA Fit for Life 2007-2008 $13,000.00 This comprehensive program instructs obese youth and teens with their families in activity, good fitness practices and sensible nutrition. 2007-08 Renewal $13,000; 2008-09 Renewal $24,150
Carlisle Regional Advocates for Nutrition and Activity (CRANA) Safe Routes to School 2007-2008 $70,000.00 By assessing existing conditions and surveying parents and students, a strategic plan will be developed to create a safer walking environment to entice more elementary students at three schools to walk and bicycle. Foundation Initiative.
Carlisle Regional Advocates for Nutrition and Activity (CRANA) Wellness at Work Year 3 2007-2008 $65,000.00 Begun in 2005 as a pilot, the workplace wellness project now involves a select group of employers who agree to engage in activities and educational programs to promote, support and enhance employee health and wellness in the areas of nutrition, activity and tobacco cessation. Foundation Initiative - Renewal.
Civic Club of Shippensburg Shippensburg Community Nurse 2007-2008 $15,200.00 The Shippensburg Community Nurse program provides free in-home health services for the elderly and lower-income population. Renewal.
Clean Air Board of Central PA Clean Air Advocate 2007-2008 $22,500.00 The Clean Air Board (CAB) coordinates a part-time staff position that will be co-managed by CAHWF and CAB. The advocate will primarily focus on policy development in local schools, formation of a stakeholders group and seeking grant opportunities. Foundation Initiative
Clean Air Board of Central PA Comprehensive Traffic Study of Downtown Carlisle 2007-2008 $2,000.00 A comprehensive traffic study will be conducted in Carlisle to reduce truck traffic, traffic congestion, air pollution and promote connections for pedestrians and bicycles.
Diakon Lutheran Social Ministries Perry Families Initiative 2008-09 2007-2008 $100,000.00 Intensive counseling supports Perry County children who are at risk of out-of-home placements and their families. Renewal
Employment Skills Center Nurse Aide Training 2007-2008 $17,250.00 Through special sessions of class preparation the number of qualified Certified Nurse Assistants will increase. Renewal.
Employment Skills Center CNA HACC Scholarships Fall 2008 2007-2008 $5,265.00 Scholarships allow graduates of the Employment Skills Center to attend the Harrisburg Area Community Colleges Certified Nursing Aide course.
Family Health Council of Central Pa, Inc./Cumberland Perry Tapestry of Health  Cooking Healthy on Purpose 2007-2008 $8,100.00 Cooking classes for moderate income and at-risk population help to improve family nutrition. Renewal
Hospice of Central PA Care Carlisle Community 2008-09 2007-2008 $86,000.00 Access to and delivery of Hospice services are greatly improved through an office site in Carlisle, enhanced services, and staff training in palliative care. Renewal
Jewish Family Service of Greater Harrisburg, Inc. How Building Attachments Helps Children in Care & Their Caregivers, Even Without Permanency 2007-2008 $400.00 Scholarships were available for a seminar to enhance the understanding of attachment disorders and the available treatments for children among adoptive and foster parents and the professionals who work with them.
Join Hands Emergency Access for Prescription 2007-2008 $2,500.00 Support services are provided to facilitate a satellite prescription assistance program in Perry County. Renewal.
NHS/The Stevens Center Comprehensive Clinical Team 2008-09 2007-2008 $80,000.00 Psychiatric services for the CAHWF area utilize a clinical team including a full-time psychiatrist, nurse practitioner and registered nurse. Renewal
North Dickinson Elementary  Carlisle Area School District Byrnes Health Center Field Trip 2007-2008 $1,000.00 Through interactive classroom activities, elementary students increase their knowledge about dental health, emotional health and general wellness.
Oak Flat Elementary School  Big Spring School District Oak Flat Walks Across the Continents Challenge 2007-2008 $2,000.00 By participating in a school-wide walking program, students increase their daily physical activity levels.
ParentWorks, Inc. Parent Education and Child Abuse 2007-2008 $7,000.00 Prevention of child abuse and neglect is achieved through parenting classes and in-home education. Healthy People Grant Renewal.
Perry Human Services Shermans Valley Senior Housing Health & Human Services Coordinator 2007-2008 $8,000.00 A health coordinator for a senior housing unit schedules health presentations and is responsible for regular assessment and early referrals to appropriate medical resources. Renewal.
Planned Parenthood of the Susquehanna Valley Perry County Express Clinic 2007-2008 $40,000.00 PPSV will provide a number of reproductive health services, including pregnancy tests, contraceptive prescription refills and some other treatment and counseling to residents of western Perry County. Healthy People Grant.
Presbyterian Homes, Inc. Newville Community Wellness 2007-08 2007-2008 $16,250.00 Two projects are part of a broad-based community collaboration to improve overall health and wellness in the Newville area: nutrition education for elementary-age students and after school physical activities in a multi-generational setting. Renewal.
Sadler Health Think Pink, Carlisle 2007-2008 $500.00 Breast cancer educational information and free mammography opportunities are made available to qualifying residents. Renewal.
Sadler Health Center Corporation Nurse-Family Partnership 2007-2008 $206,242.00 Nurse-Family Partnership is an evidence-based program that teams nurses with first-time mothers to improve pregnancy outcomes, child health/development and parenting skills.
Shippensburg Area School District Wellness and Outdoor Fitness Trail 2007-2008 $4,000.00 An outdoor fitness trail is equipped to increase students physical activity after school and during physical education classes. Intermediate School $2,000; James Burd Elementary $2,000
South Middleton School District/Yellow Breeches Middle School Bike Rally 2007-2008 $500.00 Elementary and middle school students are encouraged to be physically active by receiving bicycle safety education and supervised trail riding practice.
St. Joseph Health Ministries Foundation Fluoridation Campaign 2007-2008 $25,000.00 Education and information is provided to the public and policy makers in support of the use of fluoridation of public water systems as part of a state-wide coalition. Foundation Initiative.
Substance Abuse Services, Inc. Carlisle Recovery Mobilization Effort 2008-09 2007-2008 $68,690.00 The Carlisle area recovery community is mobilized to advocate for changes in public attitude, improvements in public policy and reduction of stigma regarding addiction and recovery. Renewal
The Center for Youth and Community Development/Collaborating for Youth Project Venture Upper Adams School District 2007-2008 $29,000.00 A collaborative program builds resiliency and leadership skills to reduce alcohol, tobacco and other substance abuse use among middle school students in the Upper Adams School District. Renewal
United Cerebral Palsy of Central PA, Inc. Early Intervention 2007-08 2007-2008 $87,000.00 Early intervention services for children include a wide variety of therapies to minimize disabilities. Renewal.
United Cerebral Palsy of Central PA, Inc. Focus Fitness 2007-08 2007-2008 $55,800.00 This program offers fitness and nutrition education for persons with mental retardation and development disabilities. Renewal.
United Way of Carlisle & Heating Coalition Family Assistance 2007-2008 $10,000.00 A local Heating Coalition coordinates services for people in need who do not qualify for public-funded, home energy assistance. Healthy People Grant - Renewal.
United Way of Carlisle & Success by Six/Preschool PATHS II 2007-2008 $11,820.00 The PATHS Project provides intensive training for preschool teachers to reduce aggression and behavior problems in children while simultaneously enhancing the educational process in the classroom. Renewal.
United Way of Carlisle & Cumberland County Children Do Come with Directions Parenting Guide, 2nd Edition 2007-2008 $2,000.00 Parents will benefit from the distribution of educational brochures entitled Children Do Come with Directions.
Visiting Nurse Association of Central PA Western Perry Community Nurse 2007-2008 $84,650.00 A Home Care/Community Nurse program in western Perry County offers non-acute support. Goossens Initiative Renewal
YWCA Carlisle Partners in Wellness 2007-08 2007-2008 $16,100.00 Education and complementary therapeutic services (yoga, massage and Reiki) benefit persons diagnosed with cancer or in remission. Renewal.
YWCA Carlisle New Shape of Fitness 2008-09 2007-2008 $30,400.00 This health program is designed to attract and retain overweight and inactive women who traditionally do not or cannot keep up with mainstream aerobics/fitness classes. Renewal

 

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