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Supporting Scholars Donate 200+ Items To Mom’s House, Inc. Of Johnstown

Members of Pennsylvania Highlands Community College’s Supporting Scholars recently completed their second Spring Service Project by collecting and giving donations to Mom’s House, Inc. of Johnstown. 

Over the month of April, the group collected donations from churches, friends, families, and their communities, as well as hosting a bake sale that raised more than $360 to purchase additional items for the organization. 

In total, the Scholars donated more than 200 items, including diaper wipes, juice boxes, and more. 

“When tasked with figuring out service projects, the Supporting Scholars were committed to making a meaningful impact on the local community, particularly its youth,” stated Nikki Wright, Supporting Scholars Chair. “They showed strong enthusiasm for supporting Mom’s House, Inc. in Johnstown by organizing a donation drive to benefit mothers and their children.” 

Mom’s House, Inc. is a non-profit organization that provides safe, secure, and completely free childcare to single and abused parents wishing to continue their education or job training.  

Since its establishment in 2009, Mom’s House, Inc. of Johnstown has achieved a STARS 4 rating from Pennsylvania’s Keystone STARS program, which serves as a benchmark for quality in early childhood education. In 2021, the organization was honored with accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). 

The scholars also completed a service project in March, collecting and donating more than 600 items for the Cambria County Clothing Boutique. 

More information on Mom’s House, Inc. can be found on their website and Facebook page.  

Penn Highlands Supporting Scholars pose with the donations for Mom’s House, Inc. Of Johnstown on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Pictured from left to right are scholars Hannah Miklos, Lauren Lockard, Tori Harrison, Sydney Scott, and Ava Dobransky.