CARE [Cochranton Area Redevelopment Effort, Inc.]

Goal: $50,000.00

Specific Need

RESTROOMS NEEDED! Cochranton Area Redevelopment Effort, Inc. has been working hard throughout the community to provide services, programs and recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike. Working in conjunction with the borough, a grant to develop handicap accessibility at Lions Community Park was secured this year. The grant does not cover new restrooms. New bathrooms at the park will be a major expense (estimates top $50,000 +) and are desparately needed. Hundreds of people enjoy this little gem of a park each year: Pavilions are used for reunions and receptions, the fields for youth soccer, an updated playground area for families and outdoor concerts and events for all to enjoy. PLEASE HELP US PUT ADA RESTROOMS IN LIONS PARK.

Mission

The corporate purpose of CARE is to foster a broad range of improvements in the Cochranton area through revitalization initiatives in the areas of:

community planning • beautification •support for enhanced medical services • development of senior housing facilities •historical preservation •advancement of the arts

CARE will pursue these objectives, in full accordance with the guidelines set forth by IRS 501c(3), by providing planning, organizational, managerial and financial resources in support of targeted redevelopment initiatives.

Profile

Since 2011, CARE has worked hard to improve the community and surrounding area. Achievements include...

Developed and dedicated a small green space to local veterans
Raised $56,000 for a new playground in the community park
Secured the services of a credit union, 2 physicians and a pharmacy in town
Sponsored the French Creek Heritage Event; 2023 World Wars Event
Added new welcome signs announcing the community as family friendly
Currently facilitating the enhancement, expansion, and upgrades to Lions Park including trees, trails, and recreational additions
Provided free concerts in the park 2023
Added new benches and a Free Little Library to the park

Arranged for the planting of trees along the main street; secured a grant of 60 trees for the park, schools and fairgrounds
Fostered development of the French Creek access point for kayaks and canoes; hosted the now annual French Creek Poker Paddle
Facilitated the agreement with Hudson Co. to build affordable senior housing in town; Adams Place is fully operational
Recognized businesses, new and old, in the area
Supported fundraising events for the replacement of the Home Show Building at the Cochranton Fairgrounds
Supported small businesses during Covid-19
Currently providing programming for the senior residents of Adams Place; financed the addition of 9 new raised bed gardens on site
Secured 2 PA Historical Markers at Cochranton Landing; maintains boat launch and picnic area along French Creek