HARTZ Physical Therapy Charitable Organization (HPTCO) held the 18th annual Fall Blast 5K run/walk on Oct. 2 in Lititz. All proceeds were earmarked to benefit Bench Mark Program (BMP), a strength-based family of mentors that uses weight lifting, academics, and career coaching to propel at-risk youths toward success. The event raised a total of $27,500 for BMP.
Furthermore, the board of HPTCO announced that 100% of the proceeds from the 2022 Fall Blast 5K, scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, will also support BMP, thereby continuing to fund this community program as it aims to grow and expand its reach in Lancaster County. Will Keifer, executive director of BMP, noted that BMP's plans for the future include moving to a new location.
HPTCO is the 501(c)(3) charitable arm of HARTZ Physical Therapy. The company and organization have raised more than $275,000 for various local charities through the Fall Blast and other charitable initiatives over the past 21 years.
Bench Mark Program is a 501(c)(3) charity based in Lancaster city that provides opportunity for underserved youths by creating positive gym spaces where they can feel safe, understood, and empowered. Through physical exercise, academic counseling and career coaching, BMP offers a support network on which at-risk students can rely for the rest of their lives. More information is available at http://www.benchmarkprogram.org.
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