The collaboration between JRA, 1889 Foundation, and Hosanna Industries aims to improve the lives of needy residents in Johnstown and enhance community quality of life. They are considering establishing a permanent ministry in Johnstown, with its own staff and volunteers, to continue providing charitable home repairs and engage a wider circle of community-minded individuals for support.
Project Resurrect Johnstown is a 5-year initiative aimed at assisting needy residents in the Johnstown region through critical home repairs. Key collaborators include:
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Johnstown Redevelopment Authority: Provides local leadership and housing knowledge.
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1889 Foundation: Supplies anchor funding.
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Community Foundation for the Alleghenies, local churches, businesses, and individuals:
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Hosanna Industries: Delivers expert repair services and coordinates volunteers of all ages to help with home improvements
Community Involvement
In order for the Project Resurrection to succeed, the local Johnstown community must be involved. The Project needs Mission Workers, volunteers (of all ages and skill levels), church involvement, business support, additional philanthropic foundation support and support from individuals.
The Johnstown Resurrection Project has, and is, engaging with a variety of Johnstown based entities including but not limited to: Helping Hands of Cambria County, Women's Help Center, Greater Johnstown School District, Crucified Ministries, Vision Together 2025 and the Lead Task Force initiated by the Center for Population Health.
