Momentum Magazine July 2019 Edition | Page 11

Peoples Security Charitable Foundation Supports Greater Scranton YMCA Peoples Security Bank & Trust recently donated $6,000 to the Greater Scranton YMCA in support of their Summer Learning Loss Prevention and Third Grade Swim programs. The Summer Learning Loss Prevention program is open to children entering first and second grades at Mid Valley Elementary School who may need additional assistance with their reading skills. The Third Grade Swim program provides a free session of swim lessons to third graders in the YMCA’s service area. The Wright Center for Community Health Designated as Federally Qualified Health Center Look-Alike The Wright Center for Community Health has been designated as a Federally Qualified Health Center Look-Alike (FQLA) by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). This designation is a result of the organization’s pursuit of and commitment to providing high- quality, accessible, safety-net healthcare services in northeastern Pennsylvania. As detailed by HRSA, FQLAs ensure health care for the Nation’s underserved communities and vulnerable populations through service provision to all, regardless of ability to pay. Community Bank, NA Supports Allied Services Community Bank, NA recently presented a $4,000 check to Allied Services as presenting sponsor of its Jack Newman Golf Classic. Horizon Dental Hosts 14th Annual “Dentistry from the Heart” Horizon Dental Care’s Hawley location recently hosted its 14th annual “Dentistry from the Heart” event, which provides free dentistry to those in need. More than 217 patients were provided dental cleanings, fillings, and/ or extractions, free of charge. More than 70 volunteers, including dentists, hygienists, assistants, dental office staff, and community volunteers participated in the event. Derek F. Fozard of Scranton has been announced as the Assistant Director of Public Safety at Lackawanna College. He will be responsible for the daily operations of the Public Safety Department including patrol staff, investigations, the Lackawanna College Parking Program, and will assist with special events. He was previously employed at Villanova University, where he worked as a patrol sergeant. He is a 1991 graduate of the Pennsylvania State Police Academy. THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS CHAMBER DAY AT THE WATERPARK: Montage Mountain LEADERSHIP LACKAWANNA CELEBRATION OF LEADERSHIP: Prudential, Commonwealth Health, Fortis Institute, Gertrude Hawk Chocolates, Northeast Machinery Network Incorporated, Peoples Security Bank & Trust, Community Bank NA, Japhy Creative, Maximus Foundation, M&T Bank, Chamberlin and Reinheimer Insurers, PPL, FNCB Bank www.scrantonchamber.com • 11