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Funding

Since designation as a Pennsylvania Heritage Area in 2001, the Susquehanna Gateway Heritage Area has leveraged over $1.4 million in local public investment to attract over $9.8 million in state and federal funds and $3.9 million in private contributions to help advance heritage tourism and conservation initiatives throughout Lancaster and York Counties.
 
As a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization, SGHA leverages generous contributions from private donors and strong partnerships with local, regional and state agencies to advance our work along the Susquehanna. We operate according to an annual budget, financial plan and auditing process.

SGHA’s approved general operating budget for fiscal year 2011 is $431,942, with approximately 40% funded from state and regional partners, 40% from Lancaster and York Counties, and 20% from private sources. SGHA is also managing about $1.86 million in projects in 2011.


SGHA is supported by private contributions and funding from the following partners:
  • PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
  • Lancaster County Solid Waste Management Authority
  • Lancaster County
  • York County
  • York County Convention and Visitors Bureau
  • York County Community Foundation

Partner Events...
lowercase gallery - women of collage exhibit
Feb 25, 2012 Opening Reception Friday 2/24, show opens 2/25. "From Bits To Pieces" is an exhibit focusing solely on collage and assemblage, while honoring local women who express themselves through this media.
Susquehanna Indian Village Hike
Feb 25, 2012 Join Shank's Mare and local resident and archaeologist Jan Klinedinst on a guided hike on the Native Lands Trail portion of the Mason-Dixon Trail. We will visit the sites of our “Andastes” villages and other prehistoric and historic settlements along the Susquehanna.
Susquehanna Stories at Shank's Mare Outfitters
Mar 1, 2012 Shank’s Mare’s Dining & Learning programs feature guest speakers offering a range of subjects mostly geared to the Susquehanna River’s ecological features, historic places, and the interesting people who have made their homes here for centuries. The programs begin with a delicious dinner in The Rookery, followed by the presentation during dessert and coffee. Reserve a table for friends or family, or come on your own.
2012 York County Parks Events
Mar 1, 2012 Join the York County Parks for a variety of fun and education activities at their many county park sites
2012 Events - Lancaster County Department of Parks & Recreation
Mar 1, 2012 Join the Lancaster County Department of Parks and Recreation for a variety of fun and educational events at their many park facilities.