Funds to support Scouting
The Anthony Wayne Area Council, BSA received a $3,000 annual grant from the United Way of Wells County for their program “Scouting. Prepared for Life.” during the 2024-2026 grant cycle. In the last 3 months, they have served 110 youths in Wells County. Pictured from left are United Way of Wells County executive director Ben Renkenberger and Steve Higgins, Field Director for the Wabash Valley Senior District. (Photos submitted)
Helping Hands grant
The United Way of Wells County is partnering with Helping Hands who will receive $4,000 over the next two years for the Hand in Hand children’s program. The program provides a safe and positive environment where children enjoy fun-filled activities, developmental and creative play, and age-appropriate learning opportunities that are designed to go Hand-in-Hand with the parents’ programs. The program will serve an average of 40-60 kids, ages 0-15 each week. Pictured from left are Erin Claghorn of Helping Hands, United Way of Wells County executive director Ben Renkenberger and Kylie Tomlin of Helping Hands.
