Lewisburg Children’s Museum gets $20K...

LEWISBURG — The Lewisburg Children’s Museum received a $20,000 donation from Gold Bond Building Products as part of the National Gypsum Company’s Building Products for a Better Future initiative.This contribution from the New Columbia organization was made in celebration of Giving Tuesday, a global day dedicated to philanthropy and community support.The Building Products for a Better Future initiative focuses on supporting organizations that provide science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) learning opportunities in the communities where National Gypsum Company associates live and work. Gold Bond Building Products selected the museum as a 2025 Giving Tuesday recipient in recognition of the museum’s ongoing commitment to inspiring young learners through hands-on STEM exploration.“We are incredibly grateful for this remarkable gift,” Mary Beth Harris, executive director of the museum, said. “STEM education is at the heart of so many of our programs, exhibits and learning experiences. This donation allows us to expand our offerings and continue providing high-quality, accessible STEM learning for children and families across the Susquehanna Valley.”The $20,000 donation will directly support the museum's STEM-focused programming and initiatives, including workshops, interactive exhibits, outreach efforts, and the development of new hands-on learning opportunities for the community.The Lewisburg Children’s Museum serves thousands of children and families each year through dynamic exhibits and programming designed to spark imagination and promote learning through play. Support from community partners like Gold Bond Building Products and National Gypsum Company ensures that these opportunities remain accessible and impactful.— THE DAILY ITEM