FY22 Community Project Funding Requests

The Hazleton One Community Center hosted a big night for the Hazleton Integration Project (HIP) on Wednesday. HIP touted the development of their food availability programs and showed off their facilities to local officials, while attendees heard from a World Series champion and Hazleton native who helped to set up the organization in the first place. Former Major League baseball…

This initiative wouldn’t be possible without Congressman Matt Cartwright, who was able to secure a 1.2 million dollars in community project funding for this organization

Cartwright helped secure $16.62 million for the project. Hemmler and Camayd are the architects Quandel Construction will serve as the construction manager. The University plans to begin use of the building for the fall 2025 semester.

“As a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee and Ranking Member of the Commerce, Justice, and Science Subcommittee, I’m committed to bringing home every penny of our region’s fair share of federal tax dollars to ensure our businesses are positioned to grow while creating good-paying jobs across Northeastern Pennsylvania,” said U.S. Rep. Matt Cartwright, D-Moosic. “Project Elevate will provide a unique ecosystem that builds a brighter future for area residents by launching new businesses, inspiring entrepreneurs, and growing our overall economy. I’m proud to support these efforts.”

Today, U.S. Representative Matt Cartwright (PA-08) joined representatives from YMCAs throughout the region at a press conference held Wednesday morning to unveil a new Wellbeing Initiative thanks to $1.85 million in federal Community Project Funding he secured. The $1.85 million will allow YMCAs in the Greater Scranton area, the Wyoming Valley area, Carbondale, Pittston and Wayne County…

Nearly $2 million in federal funding will bring mental health and substance abuse resources to a YMCA near you.

Congressman Matt Cartwright announced Wednesday morning that $1.85 million in federal community project funding has been secured for the new Wellness Initiative. The program focuses on mental health education and support services, including a partnership with the national alliance on mental illness.

US Representative Matt Cartwright (PA-08) announced today 1.85 million is going to YMCAs in Northeast Pennsylvania.  The money will be used to provide wellness, mental health and substance use disorder services for low-income families. Congressman Cartwright hopes this investment increases the advocacy for mental health while putting it in a location that’s open for the…

 U.S. Rep. Matt Cartwright on Wednesday joined representatives from YMCAs throughout the region to unveil a new “well-being initiative,” thanks to $1.85 million in federal Community Project Funding he secured. The $1.85 million will allow YMCAs in the Greater Scranton area, the Wyoming Valley area, Carbondale, Pittston and Wayne County to provide mental health education and support…

As mental health needs continue to grow in Northeast Pennsylvania, places known for encouraging physical fitness will also focus on the mind. YMCA facilities for the Greater Scranton area, Wyoming Valley area, Carbondale, Pittston and Wayne County will now provide mental health education and support services with a partnership with the National Alliance on Mental Illness. U.S.…