Community OutreachPeoples Security Bank & Trust takes great pride in helping to make our local communities better places to live. We do this by supporting many local charities, non-profits, and special community events that have the most positive impact on our communities. |
Peoples Security Bank & Trust Sponsors the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine’s 13th Annual Black Ties for White Coats GalaNovember 3, 2022 Peoples Security Bank & Trust is pleased to sponsor the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine’s 13th Annual Black Ties for White Coats Gala, which will be held on Saturday, November 5, 2022 at Mohegan Sun Pocono in Wilkes-Barre, PA. A yearly fundraising event, all proceeds will fund essential student scholarships for future medical students who enroll at the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine (GCSoM), as finances are considered the number one barrier to receiving a medical school education. With learning venues scattered throughout northeast and central Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, GCSoM is anchored by six regional campuses headquartered in Atlantic City, Danville, Doylestown, Sayre, Scranton and Wilkes-Barre. Each of these campuses is an integral part of the school’s distributive model of medical education and provides students with early clinical experiences in diverse settings. To learn more about the gala, please visit: https://www.geisinger.edu/education/giving/gala-black-ties-for-white-coats. Peoples Security Bank & Trust Supports St. Francis Retreat House’s Annual Friars’ Bistro 2022October 5, 2022 Peoples Security Bank & Trust is pleased to support the St. Francis Retreat House’s Annual Friars’ Bistro 2022. As a yearly fundraiser, the Friars’ Bistro draws community leaders and patrons together in support of the St. Francis Retreat House, an Easton-based retreat center that provides an affordable, peaceful sanctuary for individuals and groups who are seeking spiritual nourishment and renewal. To learn more about this event, please visit: https://stfrancisretreathouse.org/annual-friars-bistro/. Peoples Security Bank & Trust Sponsors the Doylestown Arts Festival 2022September 9, 2022 Peoples Security Bank & Trust is proud to sponsor the Doylestown Arts Festival 2022, which will run from Saturday, September 10-Sunday, September 11, 2022, in Doylestown, PA. Organized by Discover Doylestown, a local non-profit organization composed of residents and businesses dedicated to celebrating the Doylestown community and creating lasting traditions throughout Bucks County for generations to come. Discover Doylestown is strictly fiscally supported by the community and business members, private donations, and fundraising events such as the annual Doylestown Arts Festival. Returning to the streets of downtown Doylestown as an in-person event, the Doylestown Arts Festival will be celebrating its 31st anniversary this year. Featuring a diverse selection of independent artists, live music on five stages, and interactive arts and demonstrations, the festival will operate from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. from Saturday through Sunday. The festival is free and open to the general public. To learn more about this event, please visit: https://dtownartsfestival.com/. Peoples Security Bank & Trust Supports Angel 34’s Restaurant Tour 2022September 9, 2022 Peoples Security Bank & Trust is honored to be a sponsor of Angel 34’s Restaurant Tour 2022, which is slated to take place on Sunday, September 11, 2022, in Bethlehem, PA. Inspired by a local teenager’s cancer battle, Angel 34 is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit based in Orefield, PA that is committed to bringing hope and healing to Lehigh Valley area children and families that are affected by childhood cancer. An annual fundraising event for those aged 21 and older, attendees are treated to sample dishes from a number of popular Lehigh Valley restaurants and vendors as part of a walking tour throughout downtown Bethlehem. In addition to catered food, this year’s Restaurant Tour will also feature signature cocktails, live music, contests, and giveaways. Guests will also be treated to the sounds of a strolling barbershop quartet that will roam throughout the downtown district. All proceeds raised from the event will directly benefit the in-house and external programs enacted by Angel 34, including offsetting accrued medical costs, as well as providing care packages and nutritious meals to patients and their families. Angel 34 also supports research and various grant programs, and funds treatment options through existing pediatric cancer research-based institutions and not-for-profit organizations that are dedicated to finding a cure for childhood cancer. To learn more about this event, please visit: https://angel34.org/events/restaurant-tour-2022. Peoples Security Bank & Trust Sponsors the Ronald McDonald House of Scranton 2022 Show Your Stripes 5K and Fun WalkSeptember 9, 2022 Peoples Security Bank & Trust is pleased to sponsor the Ronald McDonald House of Scranton 2022 Show Your Stripes 5K and Fun Walk, which will be held on Saturday, September 10, 2022, at Nay Aug Park in Scranton, PA. The Show Your Stripes 5K and Fun Walk is open to runners and walkers of all ages, including kids, who are able to participate in a special kids’ fun run. All funds raised from the race will directly support the families of children who are receiving critical care in area medical facilities. Headquartered in Scranton, PA, as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, the Ronald McDonald House of Scranton eases the hardship of children’s illness on families through programs that directly improve the health and wellbeing of children, including access to quality healthcare and enabling family-centered care. To learn more about this event, please visit: https://rmhscranton.org/32nd-show-your-stripes-5k-race-fun-walk/. Peoples Security Bank & Trust Supports Community Homes of Lebanon County, Inc.’s Canal Street Affordable Housing ProjectSeptember 8, 2022 Peoples Security Bank & Trust is proud to have made a recent $50,000 commitment to Community Homes of Lebanon County, Inc.’s Canal Street Affordable Housing Project. The three-year capital campaign will provide safe, affordable housing to individuals residing in Lebanon County who require their housing expenses, including utilities, to not exceed 30% of their monthly income. When completed, the project will yield 23 one and two-bedroom handicap accessible units on a plot of land on Canal Street. A registered 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization based in Lebanon, PA, Community Homes of Lebanon County, Inc. was established by over 24 faith-based and civic-minded organizations to provide affordable, senior, rental housing in the community. The organization has earned notable status as a Community Housing Development Organization. To learn more about the Community Homes of Lebanon County, Inc., please visit: https://communityhomespa.org/ Peoples Security Bank & Trust Sponsors the HCA 20th Annual Golf TournamentAugust 16, 2022 Peoples Security Bank & Trust is proud to be the Title Sponsor of the HCA 20th Annual Golf Tournament, which will take place on August 18, 2022, at 11:30 a.m. at the Links at Hiawatha Landing in Apalachin, NY. The golf tournament is organized by the Helping Celebrate Abilities (HCA), a non-profit organization headquartered in Johnson City, NY that provides a vast array of programs and services for individuals with physical and developmental disabilities of all ages. Serving the greater Broome County area since 1947, this registered 501(c)(3) is an NYS Cerebral Palsy Affiliate, as well as a United Way Member Agency. Proceeds raised from its second-largest fundraiser of the year will allow the HCA to maintain excellent care for the intellectually and developmentally disabled by supporting its array of programming, including 15 residential group homes, 10 integrated preschool classrooms, as well as respite, habilitation, counseling, employment, and self-directed services. To learn more about the HCA or register for this year’s tournament, please visit: https://www.hcaserves.com/.
Peoples Security Bank & Trust Supports the Triton Hose CompanyAugust 3, 2022 Peoples Security Bank & Trust is pleased to support the Triton Hose Company, a volunteer fire company located in Tunkhannock, PA. The Triton Hose Company provides fire protection and emergency response services to the citizens of Wyoming County, including Eaton Township, Lemon Township, Tunkhannock Township, and Tunkhannock Borough. The Fire Department’s mission is to prevent the loss of life and property. In addition to responding to fires, the Triton Hose Company also responds to medical emergencies, motor vehicle accidents, rescue calls, and incidents involving hazardous materials. To learn more about this volunteer organization, please visit: https://tritonhoseco.com/.
Peoples Security Bank & Trust Supports Tunkhannock Business and Association’s Founder’s Day 2022June 24, 2022 Peoples Security Bank & Trust is proud to be a sponsor of Tunkhannock Business and Professional Association’s (TBPA) Founder’s Day 2022, which will be held on Saturday, June 25, 2022, in Tunkhannock, PA. Organized by the TBPA and now in its 41st year, Founder’s Day is a day-long, publicly hailed tradition with proud history and heritage. Highlighting area businesses, this year’s street fair will host over 150 participating vendors that will sell crafts, specialty food, jewelry, home decor, photography, and other assorted goods. All of the activities celebrate the over 100-year anniversary of local small businesses that are stationed in the town. Live entertainment and an assortment of activities will also be offered to the greater public. A recognized 501(c)(6) operation, the TBPA’s mission is to promote the entire community for the benefit of businesses and professions, area residents, and visitors to the greater Tunkhannock area. To learn more about this year’s Founder’s Day, please visit: https://www.tunkhannockbusiness.com/.
Peoples Security Bank & Trust Sponsors the Community Music School Lehigh Valley Spring Brunch & Silent Auction 2022June 10, 2022 Peoples Security Bank & Trust is pleased to be a sponsor of the Community Music School Lehigh Valley (CMS) Spring Brunch & Silent Auction 2022, which is scheduled to take place on Sunday, June 12, 2022, at the Lehigh Country Club. Now in its 40th year of operation, CMS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization that provides high-quality private and group instruction to students of all ages and in nearly every instrument and voice - both in-person and online - as well as tuition-free outreach programs that deliver music education to students in under-served public schools. Currently, over 25,000 student services have been gifted by CMS to children and teenagers in the Lehigh Valley alone. A family-friendly event and the School’s largest fundraising event, all proceeds from the Spring Brunch & Silent Auction 2022 will directly benefit its programming and provide opportunities for all students to access the benefits of quality music education. To learn more about the event, please visit: https://cmslv.org/. Peoples Security Bank & Trust Sponsors Summer Fest 2022 at the Wyoming County Cultural Center at the Dietrich TheaterJune 10, 2022 Peoples Security Bank & Trust is proud to be a sponsor of Summer Fest 2022, which will run from Friday, July 15-Thursday, July 28 2022 at the Wyoming County Cultural Center at the Dietrich Theater in Tunkhannock, PA. A nonprofit movie theater established in 1937, the historic Dietrich Theater - which is open to the public year-round - provides 350 classes, films, and events to over 70,000 children and adults. The majority of the classes and events are free of charge, which allows residents of the community to take part in the programming. Need-based scholarships for classes are available for children as well. To learn more about this year’s film festival, please visit: https://www.dietrichtheater.com/. Peoples Security Bank & Trust Supports Northampton Community College FoundationJune 2, 2022 Peoples Security Bank & Trust is proud to support the Northampton Community College Foundation as a sponsor for the Lehigh Valley Food and Wine Festival 2022, which will be held on Saturday, June 4, 2022 at Wind Creek Casino Resort Bethlehem. With campuses scattered throughout the Lehigh Valley, Northampton Community College serves more than 30,000 students each year from 53 counties, 48 countries, and 25 states each academic year. Due to its sizable endowment, the Foundation is able to continuously support student access and success through generous financial aid packages, innovative programming, and a best-in-class faculty roster. Due to the economic consequences caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the format of this year’s festival has been modified to only include a silent auction, which will allow attendees to bid on fine wine and travel experiences. Participants are also able to place their bids via the festival website. Sponsorship dollars and silent auction proceeds for this year’s festival will directly benefit current Northampton Community College students. To learn more about the event, please visit: http://lehighvalleyfoodandwine.com/about.html. Peoples Security Bank & Trust Supports the Midtown Festival 2022June 2, 2022 Peoples Security Bank & Trust is pleased to support the Midtown Festival 2022, which will take place on Saturday, June 4, 2022 at Midtown Park in New Milford, PA. All proceeds raised from this annual community-based event will finance expenses associated with the continual upkeep and maintenance of the public parks and community pool in Susquehanna County. Attendees will be treated to food, vendors, contests, and live music. To learn more about this event, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/1127845784424349/. Peoples Security Bank & Trust Sponsors St. Francis Retreat House Annual Golf Tournament 2022June 1, 2022 Peoples Security Bank & Trust is proud to sponsor the St. Francis Retreat House Annual Golf Tournament 2022, which will be held on Wednesday, June 8, 2022 at Green Pond Country Club. Now in its eighteenth year, this yearly golf classic is a primary fundraising event hosted by St. Francis Retreat House, an Easton-based retreat center that provides an affordable, peaceful sanctuary for individuals and groups who are seeking spiritual nourishment and renewal. To learn more about the shotgun tournament, please visit: https://stfrancisretreathouse.org/golf-tournament-2/. Peoples Security Bank & Trust Supports St. Francis of Assisi KitchenMay 5, 2022 Peoples Security Bank & Trust is proud to be a “Host For a Day” sponsor of St. Francis of Assisi Kitchen, a registered 501(c) organization headquartered in Scranton, PA. As a corporate sponsor, the Bank will donate an upcoming meal to 200 of the city’s homeless population. A local non-profit rooted in Catholic tradition and virtues, St. Francis of Assisi Kitchen provides a free meal to all guests from all denominations who enter its doors every day of the year. In addition to its soup kitchen services, a client choice food pantry is available for individuals and families who wish to shop for groceries. Moreover, a free clothing store is also onsite. Food, garments, and monetary gifts from the community are accepted year-round. To learn more about this organization, please visit: https://stfranciskitchen.org/ Peoples Security Bank & Trust Sponsors the Ronald McDonald House of Scranton 2022 Charity Classic Golf TournamentMay 5, 2022 Peoples Security Bank & Trust is pleased to support the Ronald McDonald House of Scranton 2022 Charity Classic Golf Tournament, which will be held on Monday, May 9, 2022. All proceeds raised from the Charity Classic Golf Tournament directly support the families of children who are receiving critical care in area medical facilities. Headquartered in Scranton, PA, as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, the Ronald McDonald House of Scranton eases the hardship of children’s illness on families through programs that directly improve the health and wellbeing of children, including access to quality healthcare and enabling family-centered care. To learn more about this event, please visit: https://rmhscranton.org/ronald-mcdonald-house-of-scranton-charity-classic/. Peoples Security Bank & Trust Supports the Notre Dame High School Kentucky Derby Gala 2022May 5, 2022 Peoples Security Bank & Trust is proud to support the Notre Dame High School Kentucky Derby Gala 2022, which will take place on May 7, 2022. As the School’s largest fundraising event, the annual Gala Auction benefits both students and every affiliated member of the greater Crusader community, including parents and alumni. All contributions raised from the evening are directly allocated to preserving the distinguished programs and traditions conceived by the registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, which is based in Easton, PA. To learn more about this event, please visit: https://ndcrusaders.org/gala/. Peoples Security Bank & Trust Supports Monroe Career & Technical Institute Trek for TechApril 14, 2022 Peoples Security Bank & Trust is proud to sponsor the 4th Annual Monroe Career & Technical Institute (MCTI) Trek for Tech, which will take place on April 23, 2022 at 8:00 a.m. at Dansbury Park in East Stroudsburg, PA. A 5K walk and run that caters to individuals and families, all proceeds raised from the event will benefit local chapters of nationally recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations, including Girls on the Run Pocono, Pocono Family YMCA Youth Scholarships, and Big Brothers Big Sisters of The Bridge. As an extension of Monroe County's four school districts, MCTI provides tuition-free career and technical education for secondary students of Monroe County. To learn more about this year’s Trek for Tech and register for tickets, please visit: https://z-p3-upload.facebook.com/events/444701907093747/. Peoples Security Bank & Trust Sponsors the Lehigh Valley Real Estate Outlook 2022April 8, 2022 Peoples Security Bank & Trust has committed to a sponsorship in support of the Lehigh Valley Real Estate Outlook 2022 event, which is scheduled to be held on April 14, 2022. Organized and presented by The Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, the Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corporation, and the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission, the program - centric to the projected state of the real estate market in the Lehigh Valley - will also include opportunities for networking amongst 600 regional real estate developers, engineering and maintenance firms and executives. To learn more about this event, please visit: https://www.lehighvalleychamber.org/reo2022.html. Peoples Security Bank & Trust Supports RSVPApril 1, 2022 Peoples Security Bank & Trust recently contributed to RSVP, a non-profit organization, focusing on improving the lives of vulnerable populations in the community by focusing on education and wellness and by supporting non-profits through skill-based volunteer programs. To learn more about RSVP, please visit: https://www.rsvpmc.org/. Peoples Security Bank & Trust Supports Scranton Half MarathonApril 1, 2022 Peoples Security Bank & Trust recently sponsored the Scranton Half Marathon. The 9th edition of this race will take place on Sunday, April 3, 2022, beginning and ending in PenFed Credit Union Field at Memorial Stadium. The goal of the race is to provide a community event highlighting the local area and increase exposure and revenue for local businesses. To learn more about the Scranton Half Marathon, please visit: https://scrantonhalf.com/. Peoples Security Bank & Trust Supports Bethlehem Catholic High SchoolMarch 25, 2022 Peoples Security Bank & Trust recently donated to Bethlehem Catholic High School in support of this year's Golden Gala event. This virtual event, held on March 26th, helped to raise funds for Bethlehem Catholic students, both current and future. Established in 1926, the school’s mission is to “empower our students to live their faith, embrace learning, serve with compassion, and embody integrity.” Accomplished by providing a faith-centered community with opportunities for students to develop spiritually and intellectually, this mission has propelled nearly 12,000 students who have passed through their doors into the next phase of life. To learn more about Bethlehem Catholic High School, please visit: https://becahi.org/. Peoples Security Bank & Trust Sponsors the 14th Annual “A Tasteful Day for HCA” EventMarch 18, 2022 Peoples Security Bank & Trust is delighted to be a Gold Sponsor of the 14th Annual “A Tasteful Day for HCA”, which will occur on March 18, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Binghamton in Binghamton, NY. The annual “A Tasteful Day for the HCA” food & beverage tasting event is organized by the Helping Celebrate Abilities (HCA), a non-profit organization headquartered in Johnson City, NY that provides a vast array of programs and services for individuals with physical and developmental disabilities of all ages. Serving the greater Broome County area community since 1947, this registered 501(c)(3) is an NYS Cerebral Palsy Affiliate, as well as a United Way Member Agency. Proceeds raised from the “A Tasteful Day for HCA” spring fundraiser will directly fund its ongoing programming, including 15 residential group homes, 10 integrated preschool classrooms, as well as respite, habilitation, counseling, employment, and self-directed services. To learn more about the HCA or purchase for tickets to this year’s “A Tasteful Day for HCA”, please visit: https://www.hcaserves.com/. Peoples Security Bank & Trust Sponsors the 14th Annual “Pink Game” Match-Up EventFebruary 1, 2022 Peoples Security Bank & Trust is proud to support the 14th Annual “Pink Game,” which is scheduled to take place on February 4, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. at Abington Heights High School. The “Pink Game” is a yearly fundraiser organized by the Foundation for Cancer Care, a healthcare non-profit organization headquartered in Scranton, PA. A registered 501(c)(3) operation, the mission of the Foundation for Cancer Care is to provide a range of complimentary patient and family support services and programs to local residents who are affected by cancer within Lackawanna County. Assisting with the immediate financial, physical, and psychological needs of all cancer patients regardless of their diagnosis, the Foundation also collaborates with multiple non-profit organizations, including the Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Northeastern Regional Cancer Institute (NRCI), and the American Cancer Society, to obtain grant funding for life-saving cancer screenings, genetic testing and counseling, and research and clinical testing for individuals who are unable to afford the out-of-pocket costs. To learn more about the Foundation for Cancer Care or register for tickets to this year’s “Pink Game,” please visit: https://found4cc.org/ Peoples Security Bank & Trust Supports CREW Lehigh ValleyJanuary 25, 2022 Peoples Security Bank & Trust is proud to support CREW Lehigh Valley based in Allentown, PA. Founded in 2004, the organization focuses on advancing women in the Real Estate Industry with initiatives such as Industry Research, Leadership Development, and more. To learn more about the CREW Lehigh Valley, please visit: https://crewlehighvalley.org/home Peoples Security Bank & Trust Sponsors Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce’s EMPOWER ConferenceJanuary 25, 2022 Peoples Security Bank & Trust is proud to sponsor the Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce’s EMPOWER Conference. The conference is a Women’s Leadership Conference to highlight all women's ability to create positive change in their communities and their own lives – both professionally and personally – while recognizing the extraordinary power that exists when women come together to support each other. To learn more about the Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce, please visit: https://www.scrantonchamber.com/ Peoples Security Bank & Trust Supports Northeast Regional Cancer Institute C.A.S.U.A.L. DaySMJanuary 25, 2022 Peoples Security Bank & Trust is proud to support the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute C.A.S.U.A.L. DaySM. C.A.S.U.A.L. (Colon cancer Awareness Saves Unlimited Adult Lives) Day is a regional dress-down day to raise awareness about the importance of screening and early detection for colon cancer. Founded in 1991 by Northeastern Pennsylvania hospitals and oncology practices, the organization focuses on easing the burden of cancer in Northeastern Pennsylvania. To learn more about Northeast Regional Cancer Institute, please visit: https://cancernepa.org/ Peoples Security Bank & Trust Sponsors Greater Easton Development ProgramJanuary 25, 2022 Peoples Security Bank & Trust is proud to support the Greater Easton Development Partnership based in Easton, PA. As a volunteer-driven, non-profit organization founded in 1983 as the Easton Economic Development Cooperation, its focus is on Easton’s economic well-being, historical integrity, development, culture, and hospitality. Peoples Security Bank & Trust’s donation is part of the Electronic Benefit Transfer Program of Easton Farmers’ Market and Easton Public Market. Both markets are located in the downtown market district and feature regional and artisanal products. To learn more about Greater Easton Development Partnership, please visit: https://eastonpartnership.org/ Peoples Security Bank & Trust Supports Community Response LLCOctober 8, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust is proud to support Community Response LLC, a private non-profit organization based in Asbury, NJ. As an accredited 501(c)(3) operation established in 2017, the purpose of Community Response LLC is rooted in demonstrating its profound gratitude for the sacrifices made by previous and current U.S. military veterans and their families for their service to our country. The organization provides vital funding to support existing national programs for medical and rehabilitation expenses, mental illness, addiction, counseling, job training, homelessness, and poverty that all cater to and treat U.S. veterans. To reach its fundraising goals, an annual golf outing is organized every year to maximize the amount of funding dispersed across reputable veterans organizations that qualify as tax-exempt under IRC 501(c)(3). To learn more about Community Response LLC, please visit: https://www.open990.org/org/371854016/community-response-llc/ Peoples Security Bank & Trust Supports Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northeastern PennsylvaniaSeptember 24, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust is proud to support Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northeastern Pennsylvania, Inc. As a local non-profit 501(c)(3), it’s one of over 260 local chapters of Ronald McHouse Charities (RMHC) that helps children by awarding grants to qualified not-for-profit organizations whose programs directly improve the health and quality of life for kids and their families in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Established in 1974 with global corporate partner and donor McDonalds, the first Ronald McDonald House® opened its doors with a mission to tend to the myriad of critical needs associated with the well-being of children and their families. For over 45 years, RMHC--which as a children’s charity has grown to include programs that enable and facilitate family-centered care--has maintained an unwavering commitment in ensuring that families of sick children stay close to each other and receive the highest quality care and resources they need. Upon the death of McDonald’s founder Ray A. Kroc in 1984, RMHC was founded to honor his memory and value system. Today, RMHC programs have significantly relieved some of the financial burdens for millions of families with sick children, including saving them over $443 million in hotel and meal expenses. To learn more about the story and impact of this non-profit organization that affects children and families across Northeast Pennsylvania, please visit: https://rmhc-nepa.org/ Peoples Security Bank & Trust Sponsors Chabad of the Abingtons Jewish Food Festival 2021July 1, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust is pleased to sponsor the 2021 Jewish Food Festival as hosted by Chabad of the Abingtons, a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit, non-secular organization based in Clarks Summit, PA. A four-day affair, the outdoor festival is scheduled to take place on Sunday, July 4th-Monday, July 5th from 12:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m., and Tuesday, July 6th-Wednesday, July 7th from 4:00-8:00 p.m. at Nay Aug Park in Scranton, PA. To learn more about the Chabad of the Abingtons and this year’s event, please visit: https://www.jewishdiscoverycenter.org/ Peoples Security Bank & Trust Sponsors Marywood University’s 8th Annual Community Leadership CelebrationJune 8, 2021
The theme of this year’s celebration is Inspiring Social Justice, and will honor Jim and Cathy Gavin of Scranton, PA as the 2021 Lead On recipients for their extensive, meaningful service to the University and surrounding community over the years. As Marywood University’s largest fundraising endeavor, all proceeds from the benefit will provide special financial support to current students, which includes funding for enriching programs and academic scholarships. Since its inaugural event in 2014, to date, the CLC has raised over $2.5 million for the University. To learn more about the CLC and this year’s event, please visit: http://www.marywood.edu/support/clc/index.html Peoples Security Bank & Trust Supports the Wyoming County Cultural Center’s Summer Fest 2021 Festival at the Dietrich TheaterJune 8, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust recently made a charitable contribution in support of the Wyoming County Cultural Center’s Summer Fest 2021 Festival at the Dietrich Theater, which will run from July 16-August 5, 2021. Located in the heart of downtown Tunkhannock, PA and home to the Wyoming County Cultural Center, the Theater plans to showcase 21 art, foreign, and independent films over the course of the three-week festival. Tickets will be available for purchase at $8.50/per person, and discounted festival passes are available for those who are interested in viewing ten or more movies. CDC guidelines for mask wearing and social distancing will be enforced until further notice. As a non-profit movie theater and cultural center, the Dietrich Theater was erected in 1937 and remains an historic landmark in northeast Pennsylvania. As part of its partnership with the Wyoming County Cultural Center, many classes, exhibits, concerts, presentations, and other programs are offered free of charge to all members of the community. Need-based scholarships for classes are available for children. In a typical year, the Theater hosts 350 cultural events to over 80,000 children and adults. To learn more about the Dietrich Theater and the Summer Fest 2021 Festival, please visit: https://www.dietrichtheater.com/show.aspx?sid=5458&id=23 Peoples Security Bank & Trust supports New Milford Borough Mid Town FestivalMay 18, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust recently contributed to the New Milford Borough Mid Town Festival, an annual event that helps defray expenses of its beautiful parks and the only public municipal pool in Susquehanna County. To learn more about the event, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/259275138993792/ Peoples Security Bank & Trust supports Mom's House MattersMay 10, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust recently contributed to Mom’s House Matters, a non-profit organization that empowers single parents to complete their education by providing free NYS licensed child care in an environment that nurtures both parent and child. Peoples Security Bank & Trust supports Northeast Community CenterMay 10, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust recently donated to Northeast Community Center. This donation is in support of their #40for40th Anniversary Campaign. Northeast Community Center is a nonprofit organization that serves the low-income housing community of Marvine-Pembrooke in Bethlehem. This donation will help the organization continue the services they provide to the housing community. Peoples Security Bank & Trust supports YWCA of Binghamton/Broome CountyMay 10, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust recently contributed to YWCA of Binghamton/Broome County, an organization dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. For over 125 years, they have provided meaningful contributions to enhance the quality rights and critical human service needs of women across Broome County. It has served as a beacon of light for women and girls in the hope for fulfillment of healthy and productive lives. Peoples Security Bank & Trust supports Scranton Chamber of CommerceApril 30, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Peoples Security Bank & Trust recently contributed to the Scranton Chamber of Commerce for their Community Block Party event. This family-friendly event will include three stages featuring 24 bands and multi-cultural performance groups, as well as vendor marketplaces, children’s activities, art exhibits, and more. Beginning May 2 and running through May 8, the Chamber will also celebrate and promote “Chamber Restaurant Week” across the greater Scranton community. Peoples Security Bank & Trust supports Leukemia & Lymphoma SocietyApril 30, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust recently donated to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s “Man & Woman of the Year” event on behalf of Justin Beidleman. Man & Woman of the Year is a philanthropic competition to support blood cancer research among a group of motivated and dedicated individuals in communities across the United States. Candidates form powerful fundraising teams and compete in honor of two local children who are blood cancer survivors. The man and woman who have raised the most funds during the ten-week campaign are awarded the prestigious title of “Man or Woman of the Year” in their community. The man and woman who have raised the most across the entire US will be recognized as the “National Man & Woman” of the year. Peoples Security Bank & Trust supports Habitat for Humanity Lehigh ValleyApril 30, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Peoples Security Bank & Trust recently contributed to Habitat for Humanity Lehigh Valley in support of their “She Nailed It!” event. “She Nailed It!” is an all-women, nail-hammering, relay competition and one of Habitat for Humanity of the Lehigh Valley's signature fundraising events. The event raises crucial funding and awareness for the housing inequality women face locally and beyond. Peoples Security Bank & Trust supports Notre Dame High SchoolApril 30, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust recently donated to Notre Dame High School in support of their 2021 Gala event. Notre Dame is a co-educational Roman Catholic high school within the Diocese of Allentown. The administration, faculty, and staff, in partnership with the parents and community, are committed to enriching the spiritual, academic, cultural, social, and athletic development of each of their students. The 2021 Gala event is the school’s opportunity to recognize their distinguished alumni, raise important funds for their school, and most importantly, enjoy a night celebrating the past, present, and future of the Crusader Family. Peoples Security Bank & Trust supports Women’s Resource CenterApril 30, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust recently donated to the Women’s Resource Center in support of their “Great Chefs Take 2” event. The Women’s Resource Center provides comprehensive services for female and male victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking in Lackawanna and Susquehanna Counties. Our services include a crisis hotline, crisis counseling, emergency shelter, safe housing, legal services, support services, community education, and advocacy. Peoples Security Bank & Peoples Security Bank & Trust supports St. Francis Retreat HouseApril 30, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust recently donated to St. Francis Retreat House in support of their Sixteenth Annual Golf Tournament. For over fifty years, St. Francis Retreat House has been welcoming people from all walks of life; the young, the old, and in between who come searching for spiritual enrichment, renewal, and peace. Their mission is committed to spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the message of God’s love for all people. Peoples Security Bank & Trust supports Susquehanna County InterfaithApril 30, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust recently contributed to Susquehanna County Interfaith’s church renovation. This donation will be put toward restoring and preserving the 150 years old building that has stood as a sanctuary in the Susquehanna County community. Susquehanna County Interfaith has made it their mission to provide help and hope for Susquehanna County, with the goal of every individual or family having access to emergency assistance, resources for personal development/life change, will be treated with dignity and compassion, will have a voice of advocacy, and will be provided with educational pathways for personal development and long-term independence. Peoples Security Bank & Trust supports Northampton Community CollegeApril 30, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Peoples Security Bank & Trust recently contributed to Northampton Community College for their “Virtual Lehigh Valley Food and Wine Tasting” event. The Lehigh Valley Food & Wine Festival is the area’s most celebrated cuisine and beverage festival, taking place over 3 days at Wind Creek Casino Resort Bethlehem. The festival’s growing roster of top restaurants and chefs, as well as wine from around the world, brings a range of tastes and styles to please everyone’s palate. This event plays a large role in helping the NCC Foundation to provide more private scholarship support than any other community college in Pennsylvania. Peoples Security Bank & Trust supports Helping Celebrate AbilitiesApril 30, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust recently donated to the Helping Celebrate Abilities. This donation is in support of their virtual spring fundraiser, “Springtime in Paris”. HCA, Helping Celebrate Abilities, has been providing services to the disabled population since 1947. What began as a small preschool for special needs children has grown into a much larger organization serving people with disabilities of all ages. These programs include 15 residential group homes, 10 integrated preschool classrooms as well as respite, habilitation, counseling, employment, and self-directed services. HCA is an NYS Cerebral Palsy Affiliate as well as a United Way Member Agency. Their mission is to develop, establish and maintain multidisciplinary diagnostic and treatment services for developmentally and physically disabled persons and their families; plan and implement individualized programs designed to increase to the greatest possible degree the individual’s physical, social, intellectual, and emotional abilities; and enable developmentally disabled persons to remain in the community, develop to their fullest potential, and become independent functional members of society. Peoples Security Bank & Trust supports Big Brothers Big Sisters LVApril 30, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust recently contributed a “game sponsorship” to Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Lehigh Valley in support of their “Trivia Bowl for Kids’ Sake” event. “Trivia Bowl for Kids’ Sake”, a completely virtual event, pits teams against each other in a unique, head-to-head-match-up. Their mission is to continue creating and supporting one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. Peoples Security Bank supports Bethlehem Catholic High SchoolApril 12, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust Co. recently provided a donation to Bethlehem Catholic High School in support of their 2nd Golden Gala event. This virtual event, held on March 27th, helped to raise funds for Bethlehem Catholic students, both current and future. The proceeds from this event will be “channeled back into the school to continue to enhance the overall experience every student has” at school. Established in 1926, the school’s mission is to “empower our students to live their faith, embrace learning, serve with compassion, and embody integrity.” Accomplished by providing a faith-centered community with opportunities for students to develop spiritually and intellectually, this mission has propelled nearly 12,000 students who have passed through their doors into the next phase of life. Peoples Security Bank supports St. Francis of Assisi KitchenApril 8, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust Co. recently contributed to the St. Francis of Assisi Kitchen in support of their 42nd Annual “Host for a Day” event. Peoples Security Bank supports Emmaus Public LibraryApril 7, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust Co. recently donated to the Emmaus Public Library in Emmaus, PA. This donation is in support of their Tee Time at the Library event. Peoples Security Bank supports Endless Mountains Habitat for HumanityMarch 30, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust Co. recently contributed to the Endless Mountains Habitat for Humanity. This donation will be put toward the construction of a new home, offering secure shelter to a qualifying family next year. Peoples Security Bank supports the Greater Scranton Chamber of CommerceMarch 26, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust Co. recently sponsored the People’s Choice award for the 2021 SAGE Awards at the Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Gala. The Scranton Awards for Growth and Excellence (SAGE) “recognize the outstanding efforts, talent, creativity and innovation” of businesses in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The People’s Choice award “celebrates the community’s favorite SAGE Award Finalist through online voting.” The finalist who received the most votes was named People’s Choice. Congratulations to the winner of the 2021 People’s Choice SAGE Awards: Hematology & Oncology Associates of NEPA! Other awards included Best Practices in Community Involvement, Business of the Year, and Hometown Star. This year, award winners were announced at the Annual Chamber Gala, a hybrid event which was held onsite at the Hilton Scranton and streamed online via Zoom. Our very own Thomas P. Tulaney II, Vice President, Peoples Security Retirement Plan Services announced award finalists on behalf of the bank. To learn more about Greater Scranton Chamber, please visit: https://www.scrantonchamber.com Peoples Security Bank Supports Wyoming Valley Children's AssociationFebruary 8, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust Co. recently contributed to the Wyoming Valley Children’s Association (WVCA) in support of their Online Silent Auction. This event will be held in lieu of their Annual Gala due to COVID-19, and serves as one of the major fundraisers for the organization. WVCA has been serving children in need throughout the community for over 97 years. Priding themselves on inclusivity, their programs serve all children, including those with a variety of developmental conditions, up to age 6. Their “Together We Grow” preschool program persisted throughout the pandemic in a continued effort to provide physical, occupational, and speech therapies to students in need. To learn more about Wyoming Valley Children’s Association, please visit: http://www.wvcakids.org/ Peoples Security Bank Supports the Foundation for Cancer CareFebruary 8, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust Co. recently provided a monetary contribution to The Foundation for Cancer Care in support of their 13th Annual Pink Game. This year’s basketball game was between the Abington Heights Lady Comets and the North Pocono Lady Trojans. All proceeds from this event benefited the Foundation’s mission to provide free breast cancer screenings and financial assistance to women in need. The Foundation emphasizes themselves as a resource for all patients suffering from any type of cancer. They work collaboratively with other organizations, such as Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Northeastern Regional Cancer Institute (NRCI) and the American Cancer Society, to provide aid to patients and their families from diagnosis through survivorship. To learn more about The Foundation for Cancer Care, please visit: https://www.found4cc.org/ Peoples Security Bank Supports the Anthony J. Rinaldi FoundationFebruary 8, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust Co. recently donated to the Anthony J Rinaldi Foundation. This donation was provided in lieu of their annual fundraising gala, the “Christmas Classic”. After Anthony J Rinaldi passed away from renal cell cancer, his brothers established the Foundation in 2010 in his name to provide aide to children with cancer and their families. They have since helped hundreds of kids to attend Camp Can Do, a summer camp for children with cancer in Gretna Glen, PA, and contributed thousands to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. To learn more about Anthony J Rinaldi Foundation, please visit: http://ajrfoundation.org/ Peoples Security Bank Supports Broome County Council of Churches CHOW ProgramFebruary 8, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust Co. recently provided a monetary donation to the Broome County Council of Churches in support of their CHOW Program. By collaborating with nearly 100 agencies such as pantries and non-profit organizations, this program distributes over 175,000 pounds of food to those in need each month. Founded in 1941, the Council’s mission is to “provide a vehicle for local faith communities to cooperate on neighborhood and county wide efforts.” This mission is accomplished through a variety of diverse programs, including their Jail Ministry, which aims to service incarcerated or recently released individuals, and their Ramp It Up initiative, which pairs adult and youth volunteers to build wheelchair ramps for the homebound. Many of their other programs aim to help the hungry, elderly, sick, and homeless throughout Broome County. To learn more about the Broome County Council of Churches, please visit: https://broomecouncil.net/ Peoples Security Bank Supports the Scranton-Lackawanna Human Development AgencyJanuary 13, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust Co. recently donated to the Scranton-Lackawanna Human Development Agency. The funds from this donation benefited their Coats for Kids campaign. Each year, the Agency raises funds to purchase over 1,500 new winter coats and buntings for very deserving Head Start Children. In over 20 years, more than 23,000 coats, gloves, and hats have been donated to children across Lackawanna, Pike, Susquehanna, and Wayne Counties. According to their website, “SLHDA was created by the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964 as part of a national network of federally funded Community Action Agencies (CAA’s) to administer various programs on the community level that assist people of low income out of poverty conditions”. Their mission is “to advance economic opportunity for eligible residents in NEPA, by providing resources, education, and training to enhance job and life skills and provide career seeking opportunities”. To learn more, please visit: https://www.slhda.org/ Peoples Security Bank Supports the Boys & Girls Club of BinghamtonJanuary 13, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust Co. recently donated to the Boys & Girls Club of Binghamton, NY in support of their “Take a Chance on Great Futures” fundraiser. The Boys & Girls Club of Binghamton has been serving their local community since 1974, when they became the first Club in the nation to integrate their Boys program and Girls program. Their mission, “to inspire and enable all young people to reach their full potential as productive, caring and responsible citizens”, is accomplished with the help of daily programs that focus on education, fitness, health & life skills, and more. For many children, the Club is a second home and a safe place to learn and grow. To learn more about the Boys & Girls Club of Binghamton, please visit: https://www.bgcbinghamton.org/ Peoples Security Bank Supports the Salvation ArmyJanuary 13, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust Co. recently donated to the Salvation Army in support of their Red Kettle Campaign. This campaign is the Army’s major fundraiser each year, and due to COVID-19, help was needed more than ever. This donation allowed the Army to provide for the community through their vital feeding, utility, and holiday assistance programs. The Salvation Army is an international movement that is part of the Universal Christian Church. Their hope is that by addressing the whole person – physically, emotionally, and spiritually – they will be able to create change in the lives of individuals, families, and their communities. Their goal remains the same: serving the most people, meeting the most needs, DOING THE MOST GOOD! To learn more about the Salvation Army of Scranton, please visit: https://pa.salvationarmy.org/scranton/scranton-pa Peoples Security Bank Supports Touchstone TheatreJanuary 13, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust Co. recently contributed a Production sponsorship to the Touchstone Theatre’s Christmas City Follies event. This “sendup of the Christmas season” event features the Theatre’s ensemble “singing, dancing, laughing, and cartwheeling its way into the hearts of its audiences.” Founded in 1981 in Bethlehem, PA, Touchstone Theatre is dedicated to the creation of original work. A resident ensemble creates and presents original works by members, and re-imagines select texts through a heightened theatrical vocabulary. The Theatre also offers education programs that work to inspire students of all ages to discover their unique creative voice, and to provide high quality training to the next generation of theatre artists. To learn more about Touchstone Theatre, please visit: http://www.touchstone.org/ Peoples Security Bank Supports the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)January 13, 2021 Peoples Security Bank & Trust Co. recently contributed a Diamond Level sponsorship to the Retired Senior Volunteer Program in King of Prussia, PA. Founded in 1973, RSVP’s mission is to “improve the lives of vulnerable populations by focusing on education and wellness, and by supporting nonprofits though skill-based volunteer programs.” With the help of over 1,200 active adult volunteers, this mission is accomplished through literacy, tutoring, home help programs and more to help them serve all age groups across Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties. To learn more about RSVP, please visit: https://www.rsvpmc.org/ Peoples Security Bank Supports Friendship HouseDecember 30, 2020 Peoples Security Bank & Trust Co. recently provided holiday gifts to children through the Friendship House in Scranton, PA. These gifts were generously donated by employees of the Central City Scranton office. The Friendship House assists children who have been removed from their birth homes due to abuse and/or neglect, and have been placed with foster families. These families are often managing low incomes while providing for multiple children. Each year, ornaments displaying a child’s name and age are delivered to the Scranton office for the employees to choose from. Once a name is chosen, the employee will then shop to fulfill the children’s wishes. “The generosity of the staff at Peoples Security touches the hearts of all the staff serving these children. The joy these gifts bring is evident in the glowing smiles of the children as they receive them. We greatly appreciate the love and care shown by each member of the Peoples Security Bank team who participates,” says Cara Kobeski, Program Manager. For more information on Friendship House, please visit: https://www.friendshiphousepa.org/index.html Peoples Security Bank Supports Lackawanna CollegeDecember 10, 2020 Peoples Security Bank & Trust Co. recently provided a $1,000 donation to Lackawanna College in support of their Rally for Restaurants initiative. This project works in collaboration with the City of Scranton and Scranton Tomorrow to support local restaurants impacted by the COVID-19 Pandemic. Peoples Security Bank supports Mercy House of the Southern TierOctober 14, 2020 Peoples Security Bank & Trust Co. recently provided a $1,000 donation to Mercy House of the Southern Tier in support of their Gala of Taste event. This event raised funds to support the Mercy House’s ongoing efforts to provide a home and support to people with terminal illnesses. Peoples Security Bank supports the Children's Home of EastonSeptember 30, 2020 Peoples Security Bank & Trust Co. recently provided a donation to The Children’s Home of Easton in support of their 32nd Annual Golf Tournament. The Home has provided a caring environment for children and families in need of assistance since 1855. Their four Pillars- compassion, respect, integrity, and perseverance- have propelled their goal to build, strengthen, and preserve every family’s full potential, and has allowed them to provide quality services to those in need. Peoples Security Bank supports New Bethany MinistriesSeptember 30, 2020 Peoples Security Bank & Trust Co. recently provided a $1,000 donation to New Bethany Ministries in support of their 29th Annual Souper Day event. This event raised funds for the organization to support members of their community experiencing hunger, poverty, and homelessness. Peoples Security Bank participates in Race for the CureSeptember 24, 2020 Peoples Security Bank employees have once again showed their support and dedication in the fight against breast cancer. This year, more than 50 employees along with their family members, and friends participated in the 30th Annual Susan G. Komen Northeastern Pennsylvania VIRTUAL Race for the Cure®. The virtual Race gave participants the opportunity to walk or run on their own terms – at a local park, in the community, or even on a treadmill! Susan G. Komen Greater Pennsylvania uses the funds raised through Race for the Cure and other annual events to provide local resources for women who are in need of breast cancer screening, diagnostics, and support services. Seventy-five percent of all funds raised by the local chapter stay in this service area, while the other twenty-five percent supports the Susan G. Komen® Grant Program. According to their website, Komen Greater PA has provided more than $20 million in over 330 breast cancer awareness, treatment, and support grants to more than 75 organizations in their 53-county service area. For additional information on Komen Greater PA and the valuable work they do in our communities, please visit: https://komengreaterpennsylvania.org/ We are proud to support the Susan G. Komen Foundation! Peoples Security Bank supports the Good Samaritan Hospital FoundationSeptember 20, 2020 Peoples Security Bank & Trust Co. recently provided a $2,000 donation to the Good Samaritan Hospital Foundation in support of their 2020 Wellspan Golf Tournament. The funds from this event will serve to drive the Hospital Foundation’s mission in providing access to comprehensive and high-quality health care throughout their community. Peoples Security Bank is proud to support the St. John Neumann Food PantryMarch 6, 2020 Employees of the Peoples Security Bank Central City location recently organized a food drive to support the food pantry at St. John Neumann Parish in Scranton, PA. This pantry serves individuals and families in need from their immediate service area in South Scranton, and from as far away as Carbondale. In total, the bank donated 24 boxes of food. We are proud to support our local communities! |
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