Stories That Serve Applications Open for Local Nonprofits
Local nonprofits have an opportunity to bring their stories to life through Stories That Serve, a partnership between The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) and Wakeen & Company. Applications are open through Thursday, Oct. 1, giving one local nonprofit the opportunity to strengthen how it shares its story with the community. The selected organization will work directly with the creative professionals at Wakeen & Company to create a video that can be used for traditional broadcast, social media
Bethany House Brings Its Story to Life
The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) and Wakeen & Company recently celebrated the completion of the first Stories That Serve, featuring Bethany House of Cumberland County. The program was created to help local nonprofits build their communications capacity through professional storytelling. As the first recipient, Bethany House worked with Wakeen & Company to create a feature video and a shorter version for digital use, giving the organization new tools to share its mission and connect with
Creating Stronger Futures Through Stable Housing
Across South Central Pennsylvania, new opportunities are emerging to help people find safe, stable housing.Why Housing Matters Housing affects health and daily stability. It also influences whether families and individuals can look ahead with confidence. When housing is out of reach, people often face added pressure in other parts of life, from basic needs to transportation to overall well-being. That strain can make it harder to stay healthy, feel secure and plan for a successful future. “When housing
TFEC Earns the 2026 Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency
The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) has earned a 2026 Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency, reinforcing the trust donors and community partners place in the foundation to steward charitable resources with integrity. The Platinum Seal is Candid’s highest level of transparency. To earn it, nonprofits provide information that helps the public better understand their mission, programs, finances and results. For TFEC, this recognition reflects values that guide its work across South Central
Investing in Housing Solutions Across South Central Pennsylvania
Housing shapes every part of community life. When people have a safe and stable place to live, families are stronger, health improves and communities are better positioned to grow. That is why The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) has committed to supporting safe, stable housing for all. Through its Equitable Access to Housing initiative, TFEC is working to expand options for affordable and accessible housing across its footprint. The effort is focused on building long-term community stability.
The Foundation for Enhancing Communities Welcomes Kim Alvarez as Vice President of Philanthropy
Expanding its capacity to support charitable giving and nonprofit capacity across south central Pennsylvania, The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) has named Kim Alvarez vice president of philanthropy. Alvarez brings more than 20 years of experience in fundraising and nonprofit leadership to TFEC, helping donors and organizations turn generosity into lasting community impact. In her role, Alvarez leads TFEC’s Philanthropy Team and works closely with donors, professional advisors and nonprofit
