Investing in Students

The Canner Foundation enhances the educational experience for Upper Adams School District students and techers with projects like our Classroom Grants program, the annual teachers' Opening Day breakfast, gift cards for new teachers to help set up their classrooms, field-trip transportation, and schoolwide projects designed and chosen by students. Your tax-deductible donations make a lasting difference.

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$269K+ Fund Value

28 Grants Awarded 2025-26

16 Years Strong

A group of students and teachers standing in front of a historic brick building.

$19,153 Awarded 2026-2027

Empowering Teachers

Classroom Grants

The Canner Foundation provides resources for educational experiences that go beyond the basic operating budget.

A group of students and teachers pose with wreaths in front of a memorial.

Field Trip

Gettysburg Battlefield Trip

Mr. Berger (UAMS) brings history to life for students through immersive local experiences.

Cardio Room Equipment

Mrs. Gardner (BMS/BHS) - Physical fitness resources for student wellness.

Health & Wellness

School Art Mural

Ms. Seils (UAIS) - Creative expression bringing color to our halls.

Arts & Creativity

Sole Sisters Hygiene Bags

Mrs. Wilkinson (UAIS) - Supporting student wellness and dignity.

Student Support

Seesaw in the Classroom

Mrs. Carey (BES) - Interactive digital learning tools.

Technology

Hands-On Learning

Mrs. Weigle (BES) - Tactile educational materials for engaged learning.

Interactive Learning

2025-26 School Year

28 Grants Awarded

$16,029 Total Funding

4 Schools Served

Our Story

From Funds to
Foundation

Established in 2010 and now officially incorporated as a Pennsylvania nonprofit with 501(c)(3) status, the Canner Foundation represents the evolution of 15 years of community support for Upper Adams students. This milestone brings new funding opportunities, enhanced legal protections, and tax-deductible status for all donations.

The Canner Foundation remains a tangible way for alumni, parents, community members, teachers, businesses, and friends to support the students of the Upper Adams School District each year—now with even greater impact.

501(c)(3) Status

Our nonprofit incorporation means your donations are fully tax-deductible and we can access new grant opportunities.

Professional Management

Adams County Community Foundation establishes, invests, and manages our permanently-endowed funds.

Legal Protections

Our foundation status provides enhanced legal protections and governance structure for long-term sustainability.

Canner Foundation Board

Thomas Willson President

Todd Dishong

Margie Elliott

Annie Granger

Wyatt Grim

Shelley Hobbs

Kay Hollabaugh

Craig Lady

Kandy Long

Amanda Markle

Jonathan Patrono

Katie Schroeder

Pam Shaffer

Deborah Yargar-Reed

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Group of students and adults posing for a photo at the Adams County Envirothon event.

Make a Difference

Support Our Mission

Your tax-deductible donation directly supports students and teachers of the Upper Adams School District.

501(c)(3) Nonprofit — All Donations Are Tax-Deductible

Make a Gift to the Canner
Educational Foundation

Gifts can be made with a check made out to "Canner Educational Foundation" and mailed to:
Canner Educational Foundation
161 North Main St.
Biglerville PA 17307

Support the Canner Educational Foundation with an Online Gift

Credit card gifts can be made to our designated endowment at the Adams County Community Foundation.

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Additional Ways to Give

Consider supporting the Canner Educational Foundation with a gift of cash, stocks, bonds, real estate, personal property, life insurance or retirement assets, including a qualified charitable distribution through your IRA.
Learn more about how you can make a lasting impact on Upper Adams students and teachers.