AKT Foundation

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AKT Foundation We collect new, like new and gently used clothing and household items for families in need. New, in date non perishable food items are also accepted.

We are a 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to helping women and children start over after Domestic Violence, Homelessness and extreme poverty by providing essential everyday items like food, clothing and furniture. We also collect NEW, unopened hygiene items, cleaning products and toys. We do not accept dirty, stained, overly worn or broken items. We do not accept used toys, books or personal care items. Please message us to arrange a donation drop off.

10/17/2026

Would anyone like two free tickets to the Hershey Bears Game at 3pm tomorrow?

This is a gift to the community from one of our supports at the The UPS Store 2482, Hummelstown! He wants to give back to anyone who may need a pick me up tomorrow!

Tomorrow is the big day! We have one hour and 40 minutes left for online tickets! Get your tickets at soupcookoff.com fo...
10/17/2026

Tomorrow is the big day! We have one hour and 40 minutes left for online tickets! Get your tickets at soupcookoff.com for $15 today or 20th at the door tomorrow. We are raising funds for AKT foundation helping families in extreme poverty one spoonful at a time! Come on out and sample tons of delicious soup and then vote for your favorites. soupcookoff.com noon to four tomorrow at the Best Western Premier Hotel, 800 East Park Dr., Harrisburg.

🎄❤️ IT’S HERE! CHRISTMAS PROGRAM REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! ❤️🎄Brighter Days and the AKT Foundation are excited to open r...
10/17/2026

🎄❤️ IT’S HERE! CHRISTMAS PROGRAM REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! ❤️🎄

Brighter Days and the AKT Foundation are excited to open registration for our 2026 Christmas Program! 🎁✨

We’re looking forward to helping make Christmas a little brighter for local children and families this holiday season. Our goal is to serve up to 350 children this year!

📋 Before you apply, please read carefully:

🎁 Registration will remain open until November 15, 2026, OR until 350 children have been registered — whichever comes first. Once either limit is reached, registration will close.

📎 All required documentation must be submitted with your application. Applications missing required documentation cannot be reviewed, so please double-check everything before submitting!

❤️ Please remember: Submitting an application does not guarantee approval or gifts. All applications must be reviewed, and eligible families will be contacted using the email address and/or phone number provided on their application.

🎄 Ready to register?

Visit our website and head to the Christmas Program registration page:

🌐 https://www.brighterdaystocome.org/christmas-program

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with families who may qualify and could benefit from the program!

Let’s work together to make the holidays a little brighter for our community. ❤️🎁❄️

Hey local business owners! Would you like to help us give back in a big way this holiday season? We’re looking for any p...
10/16/2026

Hey local business owners! Would you like to help us give back in a big way this holiday season? We’re looking for any place I would like to put up a Christmas tree with angel tags for local families in extreme poverty.
Brighter Days and AKT Foundation Christmas Program

To learn more about how you can help, Please Message:

Gwen Forlizzi with AKT Foundation in Harrisburg

Or Bonnie Keltz with Brighter Days in Mechanicsburg

It’s going to be an amazing holiday season for everyone because we all come together to make it happen! 🌲 🎁 ⛄️

🎄 Spread Joy This Holiday Season! 🎁Brighter Days and AKT Foundation Christmas ProgramHelp us make the holidays brighter ...
10/15/2026

🎄 Spread Joy This Holiday Season! 🎁
Brighter Days and AKT Foundation Christmas Program
Help us make the holidays brighter for children and families in our community! There are many ways you, your business, or your organization can get involved and make a difference.
How You Can Help
🎄 Host an Angel Tree
Set up an Angel Tree at your office or workplace to collect specific holiday gifts for local children.

📦 Set Up a Collection Box
Place a donation box at your place of business to collect new toys, clothes, and holiday essentials.

🛒 Shop Our Amazon Wishlist
Select items directly from our online wishlist and have them shipped right to us! https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/2MU1F1MXNHL5A?ref_=cm_sw_r_apann_ggr-subnav-share_48RXH6FGWMB5K75ZDQB8&language=en-US

💳 Make a Financial Donation
Monetary contributions directly support purchasing gifts and essential supplies for families in need.
Aktfoundations.org/donate
https://www.brighterdaystocome.org/

Drop-Off Locations & Contact
Have brand-new items to drop off? You can drop them off directly with our team leaders:
Gwen Forlizzi - AKT Foundation - Harrisburg
Bonnie Keltz - Brighter Days -Mechanicsburg

Please message either one of us to speak about helping us with this gigantic project! Thank you!

🎄 Spread Joy This Holiday Season! 🎁Brighter Days and AKT Foundation Christmas ProgramHelp us make the holidays brighter ...
10/14/2026

🎄 Spread Joy This Holiday Season! 🎁
Brighter Days and AKT Foundation Christmas Program
Help us make the holidays brighter for children and families in our community! There are many ways you, your business, or your organization can get involved and make a difference.
How You Can Help
🎄 Host an Angel Tree
Set up an Angel Tree at your office or workplace to collect specific holiday gifts for local children.

📦 Set Up a Collection Box
Place a donation box at your place of business to collect new toys, clothes, and holiday essentials.

🛒 Shop Our Amazon Wishlist
Select items directly from our online wishlist and have them shipped right to us! https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/2MU1F1MXNHL5A?ref_=cm_sw_r_apann_ggr-subnav-share_48RXH6FGWMB5K75ZDQB8&language=en-US

💳 Make a Financial Donation
Monetary contributions directly support purchasing gifts and essential supplies for families in need.
Aktfoundations.org/donate
https://www.brighterdaystocome.org

Drop-Off Locations & Contact
Have brand-new items to drop off? You can drop them off directly with our team leaders:
Gwen Forlizzi - AKT Foundation
Bonnie Keltz - Brighter Days
Please message either one of us to speak with us more about helping us with this gigantic project! Thank you!

Meet Chef Alex Costik —The master behind SpikeFish Catering and a true community hero! At Thanksgiving and Christmas, Al...
10/14/2026

Meet Chef Alex Costik —The master behind SpikeFish Catering and a true community hero! At Thanksgiving and Christmas, Alex gives back with big delicious meals for families in need, and has an even bigger heart. Don’t miss his famous duck chowder and collard ham & bean soup at The Soup Cook Off this Sunday, noon to 4 PM at Best Western, 800 East Park Dr. Tickets at soupcookoff.com or at the door. VIP early entry is almost sold out—grab yours now and get a taste before the crowd!
Tickets at soupcookoff.com

Big Announcement! All the soups! P1 Brunswick Stew MoMo BBQ CoP2 Stuffed Red Pepper Angie's Brookside Diner and LoungeP...
10/14/2026

Big Announcement! All the soups!

P1 Brunswick Stew MoMo BBQ Co
P2 Stuffed Red Pepper Angie's Brookside Diner and Lounge
P3 Loaded Baked Potato Soup Angies Diner and Lounge
P4 Duck Chowder Spikefish Catering
P5 Collard Ham and Bean Soup SpikeFish Catering
P6 Cream of Crab Peachtree Restaurant & Lounge
P7 Sausage Totillini The Hershey Pantry
P8 Irish Potato Soup O'Reilly's Taproom & Kitchen
P9 Premier Chili O'Reilly's
Complimentary Garlic Butter Rolls by Nuggests of Wisdom
Cupcakes by Happie Soul Wellness
Desserts by Slices of Love
Cake Pops and other desserts by Sweet Melody's
A1 Lasagna Soup Adrianne Larkin
A2 Bangers and Nooodles Joshua Taylor
A3 Boogiemans Sweet Bite Chili Brandon Smith
A4 Ghostly Alfredo Soup Mk Smith
A5 Creamy Italian Sausage Gnocchi Brandon Chaki-Rowles
A6 Pennsylvania Dutch Chicken Rivel Soup Madylyn Dowdrick
A7 Sweet and Sassy Chili Kathy Matoska
A8 Authentic Buffalo Chicken Wing Soup Thomas Borawski
A9 Nonna's Pizza Pot Elaine Charest
A10 Sesame Chicken Noodle Elaine Charest
A11 Marry Me Butterbean Soup Betsy Payne
A12 Loaded Baked Potato Soup Sebastian Parks
A13 Smoked Brisket Noodle Soup Steve Grazier
A14 Hope's Chili Richard Hope
A15 Corn of Hope Richard Hope
Photo Booth by DJ GAINS BOND
Cash Bar & Complimentary Snacks
Music by our amazing DJ Devon
Kids Zone by Zen Zone Sensory Play and Twisted Treat Creations - enjoy kid's activities, gifts, balloon art, glitter tattoos, face paint.
We will have a sports memorabilia silent action featuring Penn State items, Eagles, and Harlem Globe trotters autographed items. We will be playing vendor bingo for prizes with all of our amazing sponsors and vendors!
SoupCookOff.com

Soup Cook Off Best Western Premier HBG 10/18/26
12-4pm or VIP entry at 11:30am

🥣 THIS SUNDAY IS THE DAY! 🥣Get those taste buds ready—The Soup Cook Off is officially HERE this Sunday, October 18th! 🎉✨...
10/13/2026

🥣 THIS SUNDAY IS THE DAY! 🥣
Get those taste buds ready—The Soup Cook Off is officially HERE this Sunday, October 18th! 🎉✨
Come hungry and get ready to sample dozens of incredible soups, chilis, and chowders created by local chefs, then cast your vote to crown the champion! 🏆🍲
✨ General Admission ($15 online / $20 door): Doors open at 12:00 PM
🌟 VIP Admission ($35 online / $40 door): Early 11:30 AM entrance + front-of-line access, official soup bowl, tray & tote bag!
Every single ticket helps support the AKT Foundation and our local families in need ❤️
🎟️ Grab your tickets before they sell out: SoupCookOff.com
See you Sunday!

The Best Western Premier Hotel 800 East Park Drive Harrisburg

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Wormleysburg, PA

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