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inding a healthy way to deal with grief is a crucial tool for everyone to possess, and it’s perhaps even more important over the holidays. That’s why the Millersville Community Church’s Circles of Strength program for December is “Responding to Grief, Surviving to Thriving.” The free session will be held Saturday, Dec. 27, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the church, 163 W. Frederick St., Millersville. Preregistration by Wednesday, Dec. 24, is encouraged but not mandatory in order to attend the session. Contact Kelly Dennis at 717-951-0266 or kelly@kelly fdennis.com to register or for additional information. The program will help attendees realize the impact grief has on their lives, learn mechanisms to heal, and find local and online
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North Star Initiative CEO Melinda Clark reviews a grant application.
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“Anytime we receive a grant it’s a communication of trust,” said Melinda Clark, who’s been the CEO of North Star Initiative (NSI) for three years. “It means that people and organizations see the importance of our mission. It means we can do amazing work for (human trafficking survivors), and they’re flourishing. It’s a vote of confidence and support for our mission.” On Oct. 20, NSI, a Lititz-area nonprofit dedicated to assisting
Kelly Dennis (left) and Bruce Heydt are two of the leaders of Millersville
Within the complex world of nonprofits there exists a separate, supportive world - the world of grants. Subsidized by philanthropic foundations, organizations and businesses, financial grants serve a very practical purpose. But also associated with grants are this connectivity piece and a very specific affirming element.
Giving Back Is Part of Patrick Trimble’s DNA When it begins at home, generosity is a learned behavior. In some ways, Patrick Trimble’s story reflects the overall generosity of Lancaster County residents. But it also possesses the power to inspire others and create social awareness. “My parents were a tremendous influence on me,” said Trimble. “My parents weren’t people of means, but they did the right things. They taught me how to do the right things. They were simple, hard-working people who raised six children. The value system they instilled in me has helped form who I am today.” Who Trimble is is an altruist. Over the last few years, the 65-year-old resident of Manheim Township has donated hundreds of thousands of dollars to local charitable causes. But to no Lancaster County nonprofit has he donated more money than Aaron’s Acres. “I’m a Christian. I believe in God,” said Trimble, who works as a Realtor for Berkshire Hathaway in Lancaster. “Maybe that’s a part of it. I don’t think of it as ‘It’s not mine.’ I look at it as ‘I have it, and I want to give back.’” Humble, unassuming and empathetic, Trimble has donated more than $250,000 of his earnings to Aaron’s Acres over the last 13 years. In addition, Trimble has participated in fundraisers in support of Aaron’s Acres, a nonprofit located at 1861 Charter Lane, Suite 114, Lancaster, that assists families with disabilities through recreational activities like summer camps. “The work they do with the kids is fantastic,” said Trimble.
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