Since 2022, 3.21 for Life has given over
$130,000
to 19 different organizations throughout Central PA.
programs
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Aaron's Acres
Aaron’s Acres has provided children and young adults with disabilities social and recreational programs that nurture important socialization and communication skills.
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All In Theatre
All In Theatre creates a welcoming environment for children of all backgrounds to explore the magic of musical theatre. They focus on creating life-changing opportunities for young people, especially supporting those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Allstarz field hockey
AllStarz serves differently abled field hockey athletes and strives to provide resources and common links enabling more playing opportunities for everyone. At USA Field Hockey, we believe that hockey is a sport for all and a sport for life.
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CATRA
CATRA offers an opportunity for Capital Area residents from all generations with all types of special and typical needs to establish an atmosphere of support, respect, and health. We come together in an equestrian farm environment offering a therapeutic riding and animal assisted experience to those able to benefit from it.
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D.R.E.A.M. PARTNERSHIP
The D.R.E.A.M. Partnership is a network of colleges in the state of Pennsylvania that provide educational opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities through certificate programs that lead to competitive employment and independent living.
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Hershey Baseball Challenger League
Boys & girls ages 4-18 (or up to age 22 if still attending high school), with physical & developmental challenges to enjoy the full benefits of participation in the Hershey Little League program.
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Hershey unified bocce
The Unified Indoor Bocce season occurs from December through February with the culminating events held in March. Teams practice a minimum of twice a week and participate in at least three competitions.
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Trojan buddies
Designed after the global Best Buddies program and managed through Hershey High School to provide unique experiences with individuals.
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Hershey Heroes Hockey
This program teaches individuals with physical and cognitive challenges to ice skate and play hockey at Hershey park Arena in the Fall and Winter.
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Jack's Basket
A mission to ensure every new and expectant parent is provided resources and avenues of support within the community. We aim to equip medical providers with tools to discuss the diagnosis in an unbiased way in hopes that having a baby with Down syndrome is celebrated like any other.
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Love 2 bee fit
Zumba and fun cardio drumming with a goal to provide a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where people of all ages and abilities can improve and maintain positive mental and physical health.
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Lower Dauphin Best Buddies
Part of a global volunteer movement that creates 1:1 friendships, integrated employment, leadership development and inclusive living for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Lower Dauphin Unified Bocce
The Unified Indoor Bocce season occurs from December through February with the culminating events held in March. Teams practice a minimum of twice a week and participate in at least three competitions.
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Harrisburg Theatre Penguin Project
The Penguin Project: Dr. Andrew Morgan created The Penguin Project recognizing that theater not only provides children with a valuable recreational experience and an opportunity to display their creative talents, but also enhances social interaction, communication skills, assertiveness, and self-esteem. The Penguin Project strives to demonstrate that individuals with disabilities are fully capable of participating in community activities with the same dedication and enthusiasm as others, if given opportunity and support.
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Penn State Harrisburg Career Studies
The Career Studies Program at Penn State Harrisburg is a U.S. Department of Education approved Comprehensive Transition Program (CTP), where individuals with intellectual disabilities can obtain a high-quality, individualized post-secondary education that leads to social and professional networks, careers, and a bright future. Career Studies is an inclusive two-year, four-semester program that includes academic and social enrichment, career exploration, and practical work experiences.
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The Princess Club
They meet once a month and participate in many different activities like planting flowers, paint night, going out for dinner, movie night & more! Membership is open to females of all ages with a mental or physical disability.
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The Red Strikers Bowling Club
For over 30 years, Red Strikers Bowling Club bowls every Saturday at noon at ABC East Bowling for children with special needs and their families.
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Lower Dauphin TOPSoccer
A soccer program for children with special needs ages 5-21 years old. TOPS plays at Keller Field in Hummelstown on Sundays throughout the year. Visit with website for more information on this program.
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Hershey Twizzles Adaptive ice skating
Hershey Twizzles program runs for 6-weeks, with off-ice and on-ice activities. It is open to age 5 to adult.
“We are so appreciative of the work 3.21 For Life PA and all of these amazing organizations are doing. We are honored to be doing this work in partnership with y'all!!”
“Thankful for the support! So amazing and we appreciate all of the time and effort you all have put into this, as well as the generosity of those in the community!”
“Thank you so much for your support of the Red Strikers Bowling Club and of all of these wonderful organizations!!!”
want to get in on the action?
If you are an organization with a mission that aligns with 3.21 for Life and would like to be considered for a grant in 2025, please fill out the application below by March 2025.