BLOCS

WEBINAR WEDNESDAY

Join us for an informative session designed to guide you through the EDS qualification process. During this webinar, Kathleen Harvey, a leading expert on the EDS program, will review the steps required to ensure your school meets all criteria, how to complete and submit the qualification forms, and key deadlines to stay on track. Kathleen will also address pre-submitted and live questions.

To register, visit the link below!

https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Npty3ZtnSR21m977-tRYTQ #/registration

Register today for BLOCS University 2026 regional in-person training in Scranton!

These dynamic, in-person trainings are designed to equip fundraising and development teams with the tools they need to partner effectively with BLOCS and learn alongside peers across the region.

Participants will have the opportunity to explore EITC and EDS program fundamentals, strengthen donor stewardship and engagement strategies, gain hands-on experience with the Salesforce Community platform, and build practical skills to improve communication and collaboration.

To register, visit the link below!

https://www.blocs.org/blocsu2026

Register today for BLOCS University 2026 regional in-person training in Erie!

These dynamic, in-person trainings are designed to equip fundraising and development teams with the tools they need to partner effectively with BLOCS and learn alongside peers across the region. Participants will have the opportunity to explore EITC and EDS program fundamentals, strengthen donor stewardship and engagement strategies, gain hands-on experience with the Salesforce Community platform, and build practical skills to improve communication and collaboration.

To register, visit the link below!

https://www.blocs.org/blocsu2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us at our annual BLOCS Scholars Cup Golf Outing! We cherish opportunities like this to bring our community together in support of our mission to provide eligible families with access to educational opportunities. We’re already looking forward to next year!

HAPPY INTERNATIONAL DAY OF FRIENDSHIP!

Educational opportunities not only provide students with excellent academic resources, but they also provide the ability to connect with peers and build lifelong relationships. Today, we celebrate the friendships formed within the classroom that teach scholars valuable lessons.

Happy International Day of Friendship from all of us at BLOCS!

Fund need-based scholarships for Pennsylvania students and create educational opportunities while receiving a 90% tax credit. Through the Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) program, donors can receive up to a 90% Pennsylvania state tax credit.

Talk to a tax credit specialist at BLOCS to get started!

Register today for BLOCS University 2026 regional in-person training in Harrisburg!

These dynamic, in-person trainings are designed to equip fundraising and development teams with the tools they need to partner effectively with BLOCS and learn alongside peers across the region.

Participants will have the opportunity to explore EITC and EDS program fundamentals, strengthen donor stewardship and engagement strategies, gain hands-on experience with the Salesforce Community platform, and build practical skills to improve communication and collaboration.

To register, visit the link below!
https://www.blocs.org/blocsu2026

BLOCS is proud to announce Michael Savage as Vice Chair of BLOCS Board of Directors!

A current BLOCS Board Member and longtime supporter of EITC, Savage serves on the organization’s Scholarship Committee, focusing on ensuring that students across Pennsylvania have access to need-based scholarships. As the Vice Chair, Savage will work collaboratively with BLOCS CEO Rob Delany and Board Chair Matt McFillin, Partner at KPMG, LLC, to fulfill BLOCS strategic growth while maintaining the organization’s tradition of service to children with financial need. We are thrilled for Michael to step into this role and cannot wait for all that is to come in our work together.

Last month, BLOCS was honored to join Sharp Financial for a check presentation to Roman Catholic High School, one of the many schools they support through EITC.

Sharp Financial is an active supporter of schools and students in our region. Thank you, Sharp Financial, for your continued support of BLOCS and our Scholars!