Nestled in the heart of our community, you will find a non-profit organization working to fill in the gaps in services in our community. Good Samaritan Mission has been quietly serving to enhance the spiritual, emotional and physical quality of life for those living in poverty in Montour County for over 25 years.
The Good Samaritan Mission was founded by Sandy O’Rourke who saw a need to serve economically disadvantaged adults and children in Montour County. The Good Samaritan Mission is the only faith-based organization providing free services to those in need in our community. Initially, services included a free clothing mission, crisis/financial assistance and a partnership with the Danville/Riverside Feed A Friend for an annual holiday giveaway.
Since its establishment in 1995, Good Samaritan has grown their programs to include a monthly hygiene products giveaway, youth bed program (they purchase a brand new bed for a child who is sleeping on a mattress or couch, etc.), weekend food bags for students in need in the Danville Area School District (Many Hands Helping Others), adult educational classes for adults wanting to break the cycle of poverty and go from welfare to working (Bridges out of Poverty/Getting Ahead). Due to their increase in programs they will be expanding their physical space as well.
All of the Good Samaritan program services are aimed toward Montour County residents except for the clothing mission, anyone from any county can get clothing. "We are not just a clothing store, we have many programs under the Good Samaritan umbrella. We are also a good referral source for clients to other agencies that may be of assistance."
The Good Samaritan Mission has received awards recognizing their service and efforts including AGAPE's Diamond Donor Award and 2015 Partner of the Year Award for their Many Hands Helping Others program.
Volunteers and the Good Samaritan Mission Board of Directors are crucial in making all the Good Samaritan services and programs possible. Not to mention, Good Samaritan's current Executive Director, Carin Wharton, who became the first paid employee of the Good Samaritan in 2019.
The Good Samaritan is ever present in our community and is an active member of the Danville Business Alliance and Columbia Montour Chamber of Commerce. Ms. Wharton serves on The the Danville/Riverside Ministerium, Bridges out of Poverty Coalition, Montour County Human Services Coalition, Revolving Car Loan Program Committee, and is a Leadership Central Penn Participant. Good Samaritan Mission also works very closely with the Gatehouse and AGAPE.
We are grateful to have an organization like Good Samaritan Mission offering such resources in our community. Thank you, Good Samaritan Mission, for all that you do! Your services are greatly appreciated all year-round, but especially during the difficult times many have been enduring as of late.
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The Danville-Riverside Food Bank is partnering with the Good Samaritan Mission and the Danville Area School District to hold the 2020 Danville Area Feed A Friend program scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Shiloh United Church of Christ, 512 Bloom St., Danville. Participants will remain in their vehicles for the giveaway.
There will be no in-person sign-ups. Residents must pre-register by phone by calling 570-275-2500, option 8 and leave their name, address, phone number and the total number of people in the household. One family member from each family must attend the giveaway to receive food items. Picking up food for other families will not be permitted.
The deadline to sign up is Friday, Nov. 6, at 2 p.m.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the organizations are focusing on financial support needed for this year’s Feed A Friend Program rather than donated food items. To donate, mail checks to Good Samaritan Mission, PO Box 114. Danville, PA, 17821. Indicate Feed A Friend on the memo line.
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Meet some of our Local
Leading Ladies - The Daily Item
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Some Business Owners to
have PPP Loans Forgiven
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The Small Business Administration and U.S. Treasury issued new guidance last week for small business owners with loans of $50,000 or less under the federal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP); more information is available here. Business owners who borrowed $50,000 or less can fill out a simplified one-page form and can ignore some of the calculations required of other borrowers. A link to the Form 3508S is available at sba.gov, by clicking here, or by searching “SBA PPP forgiveness application form.
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PA 30 Fund seeking small business grant applicants from Montour County |
The PA 30 Day Fund provided more than 600 Pa. small businesses with $3,000 grants. It is currently seeking applicants from the following counties: Armstrong, Cameron, Carbon, Columbia, Elk, Franklin, Fulton, Greene, Lawrence, Mercer, Montour, Perry, Pike, Snyder, Tioga, and Union. MORE INFO/APPLY
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Montour County Commissioners Award Additional Small Business Grants |
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The Montour County Commissioners have awarded an additional $179,241 in financial assistance to 22 small businesses negatively impacted by COVID-19. The second grant round results in a total of $564,109 being provided to 53 businesses. An additional $135,450 was provided to 21 non-profit organizations that serve the county. The funds were provided through the COVID-19 County Relief Block Grant from the CARES Act.
Guidelines for the small business program were developed by a committee chaired by Commissioner Trevor Finn and included representatives of the Danville Business Alliance, Columbia Montour Chamber of Commerce, Columbia-Montour Visitors Bureau, DRIVE, and County Planning Commission. The Central Susquehanna Community Foundation administered the application process.
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Old Forge Brewing Co. New Bottle Release |
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FLANDERS STYLE RED ALE
BOTTLE RELEASE
FRIDAY 10/30!
Old Forge Brewing Co. is pleased to announce a new bottle release from their Barrel Reserve Series...Flanders Style Red Ale! This beauty is aged in barrels on a mixed culture of Brettanomyces and Lactobacillus, which lends a tart and funky character to this brew. It displays a slightly sour profile, with fruity notes of cherry and deep malt flavors despite the light body and dry finish, and comes in around 5.5% alcohol by volume and finishes relatively clean for the style. They recommend serving slightly chilled at 45F - 50F.
These bottles are only available at the brewpub in Danville and the taproom in York, $12 per bottle, and since they only bottled about 20 cases, they won't last long. They are ready to enjoy immediately or they can be cellar aged for future enjoyment.
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Ferry Street Growers' Market
Saturday, October 31; 8am-12pm
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Ferry Street Market Vendors:
Adams Family Farm
Ballengee Farm
Cramers Valley View Growers
Delbo Farms
Gib's Farm
Marousi Farm Inc
Meadowview Greenhouse & Produce
Moore's Produce
Stolzfus Pastries
Ten Mile Mushroom
*Properly worn MASKS ARE REQUIRED.
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Pre-ordering information is still available by visiting
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Ferry Street Growers' Market is Sponsored in part by: |
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Bucknell SBDC presents Spellbinding Social Media Strategies Webinar
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Date: 11/10/20
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (EST)
Status: Open - 1 place remains
Registration Deadline: 11/9/20 4:00 PM (EST)
Fee: No Fee
Program Format: Webinar
Training Topics: Marketing/Sales
It's not as scary as you think to use social media for your small business.
Social media isn’t just for social media sake, it’s a low cost high impact marketing option for small businesses if you know how to use it. Using it isn’t complicated and there are ways to get a big bang for a few bucks.
Topics covered will include:
*Understanding the Algorithms
*Tag you’re it: how many hashtags should you use and how do you choose?
*Cross-posting: do you post the same thing everywhere?
*Video killed the radio: why you need video content
About the Speaker: Kendy Alvarez is a mortgage broker at Fidelis Home Mortgage, is actively involved in the Greater Susquehanna Valley Young Professionals and local Bucknell Alumni Club, and serves as the President of Bucknell's Black Alumni Association.
Find her at @kendy_anne and @mortgage_susquehanna_valley
Registration closes on November 9, at 4:00 pm
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Would you like a chance to win
a brand new 2021 Chevy Equinox?
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We will be hosting a community event at the DACC on November 15th from 12PM-4PM where we will be raffling off a BRAND NEW 2021 Chevrolet Equinox!! Yes, you read that correctly...
Raffle tickets are for sale for ONLY $100 & ONLY 750 tickets will be available!!
There will be 3 prizes that you could win:
Grand Prize : 2021 Chevy Equinox LT AWD valued at over $32,000!!
**tax and fees will be covered by Hawkins Chevrolet.
2nd Prize : $1,000 CASH!
3rd Prize : $250 Wallet Full Of local Gift Cards
Drawing will take place at the DACC on November 15th at 3PM. You do not need to be present to win, but we hope you’ll join us and stop by to see all the DACC has to offer our community!
Tickets are now available & will go super fast! Pick up your raffle tickets at the Danville Business Alliance office, Hawkins Chevrolet or at the DACC!!
You could win a brand new vehicle & only spend $100!!!
Let's #BACKTHEDACC! Stop by Hawkins to take a look at the Equinox and their other auto/truck selections. Proceeds benefit the Danville Area Community Center.
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MARC seeks 2021 Lawn Care Bid |
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Sealed bids for lawn care at the various properties managed by the Montour Area Recreation Commission (MARC) will be received by MARC at any time until 11:00am on Monday, November 23, 2020. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud during MARC’s regular November 23, 2020 meeting at 7:00pm through the Zoom online meeting platform.
Each bid must be enclosed in a sealed envelope, plainly marked with ‘2021 Lawn Care Bid’, and mailed via the U.S. Postal Service to MARC at PO Box 456, Danville, PA 17821. Sealed bids may also be hand-delivered to MARC on Monday, November 23, between 8:00am and 11:00am, at the Montour Preserve visitors’ center, 374 Preserve Road, Danville, PA 17821.
Please share this information with others you believe may be interested in this opportunity. For questions or more information, please contact Bob Stoudt, MARC Director, at (570) 336-2060 or RStoudt@MontourRec.com. |
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coronArt
by artist Chet Davis, Danville Area Arts Member
An exhibit of visual manifestations of the artist's concerns
for enduring these troubled times.
October 5 through November 14
Viewable from front Window Gallery of the Danville Business Alliance
620 Mill Street, Danville, PA 17821
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2020 Acquisition and Trail Grants Announced
Danville Borough received a trail grant in the amount of $98,600 for the Development of the North Branch Canal Trail. Work to include construction of approximately 1.10 miles of trail from Grand Street to East Market Street; rehabilitation of 2 parking areas; ADA access, landscaping, project sign and other related site improvements.
Land acquisition grants help local communities and non-profit land trusts buy land for public parks and open space to be enjoyed by all for generations to come. This year’s $17 million in grants will together help protect more than 13,000 acres across Pennsylvania.
Trail grants help support the planning, construction, and rehabilitation of both motorized and non-motorized trails. The announced grants total $7.6 million and will support the construction or rehabilitation of nearly 37 miles of trails.
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Local Businesses Now Hiring! |
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WE’RE HIRING!
Red’s Plant Health Care is looking to add one or two new members to our team (start date ASAP). Please take a look at the information below, and reach out to schedule an interview.
BENEFITS of this position include:
- Work outdoors daily
- Join a growing entrepreneurial team
- Receive job training & plant education
- Flexible days & hours
- Above industry pay
RESPONSIBILITIES will include:
- Work 3-5 days/week, schedule varies
- Ability to lift & maneuver 50 +/- pounds
- Use of grounds tools & wood chipper
- A valid PA drivers license
- Motivation to continuously learn
- Punctuality & a strong work ethic
Please reach out to:
> (570) 317-7558
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Hawkins Chevrolet is looking for a Finance Manager.
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Do you have automotive F&I experience and want to work for a dealership that cares about its team and its community? If so, we have the right job for you.
Hawkins Chevrolet is currently seeking to fill a part-time F&I manager position to help us continue with our growth.
Call 570-275-0710 or stop by 1856 Montour Blvd, Danville, PA 17821
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Help the Friendship Fire Co.
Reach Its Ladder Truck Goal
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The Friendship Fire Company was established in 1841 as the first fire company in Danville. They are one of four 100% volunteer fire departments in the Danville Borough.
Their current ladder truck, a 2001 Pierce with an 85-foot tower, has served our community well; however, it is in dire need of replacement due to current mandatory safety regulation changes, and expensive unforeseen repairs. Over the past year, the current ladder truck has responded to a total of 167 fire, motor vehicle, and mutual aid calls throughout a 25-mile radius.
In order to continue to protect our small community, which includes four nursing homes, an elementary school, a secondary school, a high school, small local businesses and Geisinger Medical Center, an investment for a new ladder truck has become an absolute must!
The total cost is expected to reach $1.3 million dollars! Over $500,000 has been raised to date. Your much needed and appreciated donations to help support their efforts will provide them the opportunity to continue functioning as a vital part of our small community. Thank you very much for your time, consideration, and support in helping them achieve their goal to keep us safe!
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Local Partners' Resources |
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Columbia Montour
Visitors Bureau
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Susquehanna River Valley Visitors Bureau
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Resources for Small Businesses |
The Small Business Development Center at Bucknell University has compiled a list of resources to aid small businesses in navigating these changing times.
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Visit the Chamber's website for the latest information on assistance programs and other resources for businesses and non-profit organizations.
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SAVE THE DATE
Wednesday, November 18, 2020 | 4:30- 6:30 p.m.
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Visit the Chamber's website for the latest information on assistance programs and other resources for businesses and non-profit organizations.
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The Montour Area Recreation Commission (MARC) is a volunteer-led organization, committed to providing the best possible outdoor recreational facilities for the people of Montour County and the surrounding region.
Find a park or trail here.
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2020/2021
SAVE THE DATE
Ferry Street Growers' Market
Saturdays, 8 a - 12 p
May 9 - November 21
Danville Heritage Festival
Third Weekend in July 2021
Health Fair & 6.1 K Run
August 2021
41st Annual Fall Arts & Crafts Festival
Saturday, September 4, 2021
"Healthy" Halloween
Saturday, October 31, 2020
Visit us on Facebook for event info.
Danville Halloween Parade
October 2021
Danville After Dark
October 2021
Small Business Saturday
Saturday, November 28, 2020
Hometown Holiday Weekend
December 11, 12, & 13, 2020
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Things are changing.
Please let us know about your business adaptations, closures, or event cancellations and we will share your information on our website and social media.
Simply reply to this e-mail and provide details.
We're all in this together. Stay well, Danville.
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Danville Business Alliance | 570.284.4502 | 620 Mill Street, Danville, PA 17821 | www.visitdanvillepa.org |
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