Month: August 2024

ARMY HERITAGE CENTER FOUNDATION RECEIVES STARBUCKS FOUNDATION NEIGHBORHOOD GRANT

DONATION WILL SUPPORT THE U.S. ARMY HERITAGE AND EDUCATION CENTER EXHIBITS AND WALKING TRAIL IN CARLISLE, PA

 

CARLISLE, PA – Today the Army Heritage Center Foundation (AHCF or the Foundation) (armyheritage.org) announces that it is the recipient of a Starbucks Foundation Neighborhood Grant.

“We are incredibly grateful to receive the support of the Starbucks Foundation,” said Julie Germany, President of the Foundation. “Starbucks has been a long-time supporter of both the Foundation and the Army Heritage and Education Center through volunteering and support of our educational programs.

AHCF will use the Starbucks Foundation Neighborhood grant to support the upkeep of exhibits at the U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center (USAHEC)–specifically along its immersive Army Heritage Trail, which is free and open to the public. The mile-long trail is an outdoor living history museum, and it allows visitors to explore almost every era of Army history with exhibits and large artifacts. The trail is child-, stroller- and pet-friendly, and parking at the facility is both ample and free.

“The Army Heritage Center and its trail is the number one tourist destination in the area,” Germany continued. “It provides an incredible introduction not just to the history of the Army but also to our nation’s roots right here in historical Carlisle.”

Through its Neighborhood Grants program, The Starbucks Foundation invites Starbucks partners (employees) and Starbucks Alumni to nominate local grassroots, community-led nonprofit organizations in their community to receive small grants. Neighborhood Grants also help build sustained local impact and inspire partners to engage with nonprofits all year long.

“I am extremely honored to present the Starbucks neighborhood grant in support of our local active military, veterans, veterans’ families and the public,” said Nikki Phillips, Starbucks district manager who serves on the board of the Armed Forces Network for Starbucks. Phillips organizes monthly volunteer days for Starbucks partners, licensees and the public at the Foundation and Center.

The Army Heritage Center Foundation helps the U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center realize its full potential as a hub of knowledge and expertise for the military, government, academia, and American public.

 

 

The Army Heritage Center Foundation (AHCF, the Foundation) will honor former Pennsylvania Governor, The Honorable Thomas Corbett with its Major General John Armstrong Award and the First Troop Philadelphia City Cavalry (FTPCC or First City Troop) with its Living Legend Award at its annual Membership and Recognition Dinner on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at the U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center (USAHEC) in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, which is open to the public with a ticket purchase.

During his time in office, Corbett, who served in the National Guard from 1971 to 1984 helped the Foundation with the U.S. Army Heritage and Educations Center’s popular Hall of the American Soldier.

“We’re looking forward to celebrating Governor Corbett’s legacy of support to the military community in the state of Pennsylvania,” said Kevin Sunday, policy advisor with McNees Wallace & Nurick and member of the Foundation’s board of directors. “Specifically, under his executive leadership, the U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center was able to expand its the brick and mortar facilities and continue its proud role as the most popular tourist destination in Cumberland County.” Sunday served in Corbett’s administration in a senior role at the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.

Founded in 1774, the First Troop Philadelphia City Cavalry is the oldest mounted military unit that has been in continuous service to our nation.  Their service spans centuries of military campaigns from the Revolutionary War to Operation Enduring Freedom.

“To put this in perspective, the United States Army will celebrate its 250^th birthday in 2025, The First City Troop is even older,” said Julie Germany, President of the Army Heritage Center Foundation. “They are living history, and they embody the virtue of selfless service to our nation.”

WHAT: The Army Heritage Center Foundation’s Annual Membership & Awards Dinner

WHO:

• Major General John Armstrong Award: Honorable Thomas Corbett
• Living Legend Award: First Troop Philadelphia City Cavalry
• Master of Ceremonies: Tom Russell (WHP CBS 21)

WHEN: Saturday, October 26

• Reception: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
• Silent Auction: 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
• Dinner and Program: 7:00 pm

WHERE: The U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center, 950 Soldiers Drive, Carlisle, PA 17013

This is a ticketed event. Dinner tickets are on sale for $100 per person or $150 per couple and can be purchased on the Foundation’s website. Included in the evening’s activities is a silent auction that includes unique items and gift certificates to regional attractions, restaurants, wineries, and golf courses, among others.

Dinner sponsorship opportunities are available. For additional details about the dinner and silent auction, or to order tickets, please contact the Foundation at (717) 258-1102, info@armyheritage.org, or visit www.armyheritage.org.

The Army Heritage Center Foundation helps the U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center realize its full potential as a hub of knowledge and expertise for the military, government, academia, and American public.

For more information, visit armyheritage.org.