News & Events

On November 8, 2008, The Luzerne Foundation will host at the new Mohegan Sun a Texas Hold 'em fund raiser, "The Best Bet for Luzerne County."

Businesses will receive tax credits while providing scholarships for our area’s youth

Since January 2008 The Luzerne Foundation Donors Provide $1.4 Million to Charities

Rabbi Larry Kaplan and his wife, Gerri, were honored Tuesday as recipients of this year’s Mary Bevevino Community Service Award. They have cared for 50 foster children while raising their own five children.

[03-07-08] Solid Cactus ® will make the first donations to worthy area organizations from its 'Solid Cactus Cares' fund administered by the Luzerne Foundation. 13 different organizations will receive checks or will be the recipients of website construction or newsletters from Solid Cactus.

[02-21-08] 8-year-old Richie Kraus came up with the idea two years ago for the 2U Fund, which provides money to buy birthday presents for needy children in Luzerne County.

[01/10/08] - The Luzerne Foundation recently awarded 14 grants totaling $23,750 to local non-profit organizations.