The Berks County Community Foundation strives to enhance the quality of life for residents of Berks County, Pennsylvania, by fostering community improvement projects, supporting local non-profits, and encouraging philanthropy.
The grant program offered by the Gilmore | Henne Community Fund is dedicated to financially supporting recreational park programs, as well as improvements and maintenance of recreational parks in Berks County, Pennsylvania, excluding pools. The program allows for requests of up to $1,000 per park or playground, with a total of approximately $5,000 in available funding. The primary goal is to nurture the community and positively impact the lives of its younger members by ensuring they have access to well-maintained and engaging recreational spaces.