Bricks for Good

01/22/2026

Bricks for Good is joining the Reading Public Museum on opening day for the latest LEGO experience, Towers of Tomorrow with LEGO Bricks, on Saturday, January 31st from 9AM–11AM! The show will remain open during regular museum hours through May 17, 2026.

Exhibit Pricing:
Child: Museum Members FREE • RSD Families $5
Adult or senior: Museum Members FREE • RSD Families $6

Then, join us for their Brick Building Brunch, happening immediately afterwards from 11AM-1PM! This portion will include food and a free LEGO set per child, while supplies last.

Brunch Pricing:
Child: Museum Member $25 • Non-Member $30 • RSD Families $25
Adults: Museum Member $20 • Non-Member $35 • RSD Families $20

01/19/2026

Behind every mission, there’s a story. For Lee Barber, the story starts with his mom. Her faith, love, and devotion shaped not only his life but the work he does with Bricks for Good.

This personal piece reflects on the lessons she taught him and why creating moments that matter is at the heart of our mission. ❤️

Read Lee's story below and discover why small acts of love can have a big impact.

We all know that one day we’ll lose someone we love. Most of us aren’t ready, and that’s okay. Because how can someone ever be ready for something like that?

12/26/2025

What a wonderful day at Hoffman Ford in Harrisburg! Our 3rd Annual Santa’s Visit was filled with joy, laughter, and a little North Pole magic brought to life by Santa himself.

This year we welcomed more children than ever before. Each child enjoyed a special visit with Santa and went home with a free LEGO gift personalized just for them.

This event is powered by love and generosity. From receiving referrals and setting up the space to wrapping gifts and spreading smiles, our volunteers, donors, and partners showed up with open hands and full hearts. Seeing the excitement on every child’s face reminds us why we do this and why we’re committed to continuing this upward trend year after year.

Thank you to everyone who helped bring the spirit of the season to life!

M E R R Y
C H R I S T M A S !!! 🎄✨

Photography compliments of Jeff Labe

12/06/2025

Our tree is up at Christmas Tree Lane!

We’re excited to share that Bricks for Good is featured in this year’s Christmas Tree Lane at the Lancaster Stormers Penn Medicine Park! With more than 100 beautifully decorated trees on display, each one supports a different nonprofit and every vote helps make a real difference.

A special thank you to our generous tree sponsor, Faithward Advisors, who covered the cost so we could participate this year!

How you can support us:
Vote for our tree! Each vote is only $2, and 100% of the proceeds come directly to our organization. You can vote in person during the event or online using the link below. Every vote helps us provide more LEGO sets, creative programs, and joyful experiences to children who need them most.

Event Hours:
* Sun–Thu: 5:30–9 p.m.
* Fri & Sat: 5:30–10 p.m.
Voting runs through New Year’s Eve

Thank you for helping us continue our mission!
👉 https://tinyurl.com/bfg-vote

12/01/2025

Bricks for Good is proud to recognize Isaiah Houssou as the first recipient of the Elyse Martell Community Honor Award which celebrates students whose character, creativity, leadership, and mission alignment truly stand out.

As a 2023 Regeneron ISEF Finalist, multi-year CASEF champion, robotics club president, scholar, pianist, and now a first-year Computer Science student at MIT, Isaiah represents the passion, perseverance, and curiosity that inspire our work at Bricks for Good.

His achievements in AI and environmental science, dedication to leadership in school organizations, and commitment to personal growth reflect the spirit of this award. We’re honored to support him as he continues his journey.

This award was made possible thanks to the generous support of Faithward Advisors, whose contribution ensures that Bricks for Good can recognize outstanding students like Isaiah.

Join us in congratulating Isaiah on this well-deserved recognition! Congratulations, Isaiah!
❤️💛💙

Read more about Isaiah and his accomplishments here:
👉 https://bricksforgood.org/brickstars/isaiah-houssou

11/03/2025

Did you know Bricks for Good supports students with scholarships, grants, and achievement awards?

If you or someone you know is pursuing a college degree in STEM fields and could benefit from financial aid or recognition for exceptional achievements, we want to hear from you!

👉 Apply today: bricksforgood.org/scholarships

10/20/2025

We had a wonderful time at the Fall Fest with Logos Academy in Harrisburg on Saturday! We joined the community for a day full of family fun, food, games, and fall celebration.

Our team at Bricks For Good brought the joy of LEGO building to life with hands-on LEGO Education sets! The young minds in attendance got their gears turning (literally!) as they explored STEM concepts through creative play. We built things like farm tractors, windmills, and cranes!

Many thanks to Logos Academy for inviting us to be part of such a vibrant event!

10/17/2025

Our friends at BrickFair are hosting an incredible LEGO fan expo on November 8–9 and they were kind enough to offer our Bricks for Good community discounted tickets!

🎟 Use promo code BRICKSFORGOOD for 50% off all tickets (November 8–9 only)

💻 Code expires and online sales end Thursday, November 6

💵 Tickets at the door (Sat/Sun) are full price only — no promo codes accepted

📍 The expo is located in Oaks, PA just outside King of Prussia, about a 1.5-hour drive from South Central PA

Since 2008, BrickFair has drawn thousands to their massive LEGO fan convention in Virginia and now it’s coming to Pennsylvania for the very first time!

Expect fan-built creations, games, group builds, photo ops, derby races, bounce houses, shopping, and so much more! It’s LEGO fun for the whole family.

This promo doesn’t benefit Bricks for Good, we’re just excited to share the LEGO love with you!
❤️💙💛

Get your tickets here:
👉 www.brickfair.com

Pictured is “UCS Batcave” by Keith Straw, 45
Jacksonville, FL
MOC #5062 at BrickFair VA 2024

09/16/2025

😥 It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Elyse Martell (Maria Elisa), beloved mother of Bricks for Good’s founder, Lee Barber.

Even as a disabled single mother living on a limited income, Elyse always made sure her two sons had plenty of LEGO sets under the tree each Christmas. Her selflessness, lifelong faith in Jesus, and belief in the power of play helped inspire the founding of Bricks for Good. Her two sons were the pride and joy of her life.

She taught her children the importance of values like love, discipline, and service to others, which helped shape their lives and the foundation of this organization.

To honor her legacy, we are proud to announce that our Bricks for Good Scholarship Fund will now bear her name. This fund supports students pursuing college degrees in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math)—fields that encourage building, problem-solving, and innovation.

Her legacy lives on in every child we serve, in every LEGO set we give, and now, in every student we support for many years to come.

Thank you for being part of the community that continues to build joy, just as she did.

08/28/2025

Our mascot Happy had a blast cheering on runners at the Harrisburg YMCA Races Milkshake Mile and handing out trophies to the speedy winners! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️💨

Huge thanks to the Harrisburg Area YMCA, PA Dairymen's Association, and everyone who came together for this fun and meaningful event.

At Bricks for Good, we believe in building brighter futures and this was such a sweet (literally!) way to celebrate a great cause. It made our hearts as full as our milkshake cups!

Check out the YMCA wonderful photos from the event and the final results:

📸: bit.ly/milkshake-photos

🏆: bit.ly/milkshake-results

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Title Sponsor: PA Dairymen's Association

Water Sponsor: GIANT

Shirt Sponsor: Academy Sports + Outdoors

Kids Zone Sponsor: Sheetz

Packet Pick-Up Sponsor: Fleet Feet

Media Partner: iHeartRadio / The River 97.3

Trophy Partner: Bricks for Good

08/21/2025

We’re excited to partner with the Harrisburg Area YMCA for the PA Dairymen's Association | YMCA Milkshake Mile happening this Saturday!

Our mascot Happy will be on site to present each race winner with a unique trophy made entirely out of LEGO bricks!

Don’t miss out on the fun, the milkshakes, and the amazing community spirit. Special thanks to our LEGO-loving friend Bain for helping design and build these cool trophies!

🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️Sign up now at ➡️ hbgyrun.org/milkshake

08/17/2025

In years past, we’ve celebrated Bricks for Good’s birthday with roller skates and ice cream. But this year, we tried something new. And wow—what a day it was! The Brick Party at Decades was a celebration we won’t forget.

From creative LEGO builds to LEGO-themed drinks, a custom Decades replica made entirely out of LEGO bricks, and the debut of our new mascot: HAPPY! He's here to spread smiles wherever he goes.

The day was filled with joy, imagination, and community.

As we mark two years of Bricks for Good, we’re proud of the impact we’ve made together. We may be small, but with your support, we’re building something powerful.

A heartfelt thank you to Decades and everyone who donated LEGO sets... you’re not just giving toys, you’re helping us build joy, creativity, and brighter futures for those who need it most.

Here’s to two years and to everything we’ll build next!

❤️💛💙