Funding Our Mission
Enriching lives and making a difference!
The Good Samaritan Fund
A benevolent fund that provides financial support to community residents who have exhausted the means to pay in full for their care. This is a priority and significant need as residents spend down personal funds and can no longer cover their care in full.
The Morningstar Living Foundation Board of Directors oversees the stewardship of the corpus of these
funds and allocates an annual gift to the Morningstar organization to assist with the operational expense of supporting individuals who rely on benevolent support.
Wellness Trust
Departments may request funding support for specialized programs, training, enrichment or equipment needs based on project narrative and anticipated outcomes.
Granted funds positively impact the quality of life for residents, family, volunteers and staff. And these funds provide financial resources for specific challenges such as Alzheimer’s and related dementias. Recent requests to recieve funding include: music and art therapist visits for group programs, a Magic Table gaming system for early and mid-late stage dementia residents, channel 199 upgrades for in-house broadcasting and a reading program for those impacted by dementia.
In 2027, these are some special dates for individual and organizational donors to support the focused charitable priorities of Morningstar Living.
Wednesday, May 5th – Morningstar Living Rock-A-Thon
Get ready to Rock into Summer with Morningstar Living’s Rock-A-Thon on our Nazareth campuses! This fun-filled community event brings together volunteers, sponsors, and supporters to raise funds for dementia therapy and outreach programs that benefit residents and families throughout our community.
Attendees can look forward to rocking shifts, live entertainment, picnic-style food, raffles, and plenty of summer fun, all while supporting meaningful programs like the Morningstar Memory Café and Memory Lane. Whether you choose to rock, sponsor, donate, or volunteer, you’ll help bring hope, connection, and compassionate care to those impacted by dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
Save the Date: Registration, sponsorship opportunities, and event details coming soon!
Wednesday, June 23rd – Morningstar Living Golf Classic
Join us for the 2027 Morningstar Living Golf Classic, a day of friendly competition, special contests, great prizes, and community impact. This annual event brings golfers, sponsors, and supporters together to help fund important enhancements that enrich the lives of Morningstar Living residents.
Participants can look forward to an exciting day on the course filled with fun activities, networking opportunities, and memorable experiences, all while supporting Morningstar Living’s mission of compassionate care and service.
Save the Date: Registration, sponsorship opportunities, and event details coming soon!
Thursday, October 14th – Harvest of Friends
An evening dinner gala held on the Moravian Hall Square campus is a beloved highlight for fundraising and guests. Our Culinesse team prepares a memorable dining experience and there are wonderful opportunities for supporters to mingle and hear important testimonials undergirding the Good Samaritan Fund.
Save the Date: Registration, sponsorship opportunities, and event details coming soon!
For information on any of these events, please contact the Director of Philanthropy – Michael Daley.
Scholarship & Enrichment
Used annually to support educational opportunities and career growth for employees of Morningstar Living. Qualified team members can benefit from scholarships, grants, service recognition and training opportunities. A committee of residents and staff oversees scholarship requests from full and part-time employees including students pursuing post-high school education.
Wishlist
“Wishes granted” offer ways to brighten days and make days meaningful and special.
Fresh seasonal flowers on dining tables, specialized equipment purchased for activities and transporation, an extra visit from a musician or performer – these are the simple pleasures of life that bring joy to those in our community. For residents who have difficulty with mobility and transportation, these special additions to daily life really do feel like wishes granted.
If you have an idea or desire to sponsor a special wish – please contact the Foundation or use the link to support a named idea.
