The John H. Shook Foundation

08/25/2026

Featured Project: FCCTC – Practical Nursing Program

In continuing our support for educating care-givers...

Scholarship funds were distributed to the Franklin County Career & Technology Center Practical Nursing Program to provide financial support for students pursuing Licensed Practical Nurse certification.

08/19/2026

Featured Project: Chambersburg Area Education Foundation

A grant was distributed to the Chambersburg Area Education Foundation for scholarship opportunities to fund dual pathways, Associate and Bachelor’s/Graduate, for Franklin County students committed to serve the healthcare needs of community.

We are proud to help support these students who will be the future of caring for our community!

08/14/2026

The John H. Shook Foundation Today…

The John H. Shook Foundation is a private non-operating foundation dedicated to continuing the legacy of John H. Shook by making grants to non-profit organizations that align with our mission. Our purpose is to distribute funds to public charities and other qualified nonprofit organizations working in health and human services for the benefit and support of the elderly population in Franklin County and surrounding areas.

You can learn more about our foundation through the link in the comments.

07/30/2026

Our Vision:

A community where every senior benefits from access to supporting resources and innovative programs which enhance their well-being, dignity and opportunity to thrive.

If you'd like to learn more about joining us, click the link in the comments.

07/22/2026

Our Mission Statement:

The John H. Shook Foundation is committed to providing financial support for benevolent care and community programs and services that address elders' needs in Franklin County and South Central Pennsylvania.

You can learn more at the website in the comments.

07/14/2026

Our Story...

The Shook Home’s legacy began with John H. Shook (1844-1916), a prominent banker, civic leader, and philanthropist from Greencastle, Pennsylvania. His profound commitment to community welfare was formalized through a bequest in his last will and testament in 1918, which provided the initial funding dedicated to the “care, maintenance and attention of adult persons.”

For over a century, the core principle of “quality care for the elderly” guided the facility, establishing high standards of care for its residents. This enduring commitment to serving the aging population continues today through the evolution into The John H. Shook Foundation.

06/12/2026

🎉 Our digital home is officially open! 🌐
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new website. Our mission is to financially support nonprofit organizations through dedicated grantmaking. We focus entirely on enhancing the health and well-being of the aging population within Franklin County, PA, and our surrounding communities.

Local nonprofits, governmental agencies and educational institutions can now visit our website to explore our funding priorities, learn about our grant cycles, and find out how we can partner to uplift our seniors.

⏳ Apply Now: The application deadline for this cycle is Friday, July 3, 2026.

✨ Explore the new site today:

The John H. Shook Foundation is a private philanthropic foundation dedicated to advancing care and services for the aging population through purposeful, long-term grantmaking. Established from John H. Shook’s 1918 bequest, the Foundation builds upon more than a century of commitment to quality car...

06/09/2026

CHAMBERSBURG- The inaugural year of funds and grants coming from the John H. Shook Foundation is looking to help those helping their community, most notably the commitment to compassionate care and dignity for older adults. Established to enhance the quality of life for seniors throughout […]

05/18/2026

The John H. Shook Foundation is excited to announce our first inaugural 2026 grant application period! Does your organization have a vision that supports our senior population within Franklin or a surrounding Central Pennsylvania county? Do you have a project, program or other initiative that would enhance the quality of life of older adults by addressing their physical, emotional and social well-being? If so, this opportunity may be for you!

Qualifying 501(c)(3) nonprofit public charities, government agencies and education institutions are invited to apply for grant funding online at https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/109112-The-John-H-Shook-Foundation.

All applications must be submitted by July 3, 2026.