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Join the Fun Featured Grant: Family Fun with the Hershey Bears

Helping families remove barriers and create joyful, inclusive experiences through the Fun Fund

By Rachael Benion - Publisher, Macaroni KID Harrisburg • Carlisle • Hershey February 6, 2026
Featured Grant Opportunities from Join the Fun Foundation
FEATURED GRANT OPPORTUNITIES

Bringing Joy and Experiences to Every Child

Through grants from the Fun Fund, Join the Fun Foundation helps remove barriers so every child can explore, learn, and play. Think outings, adaptive resources, and trained support so families can say “yes” to meaningful experiences together.

Before you apply: Please review grant details and eligibility carefully. Every application is read with care, but approval is not guaranteed. (We wish we could grant every wish. Truly.)

What these grants can help with

🎟️ Experiences
Grants can cover outings like the zoo, museum, sports, arts, or special events so children can explore, learn, and play.
🧩 Access & Support
Funding can remove barriers such as admission costs, adaptive resources, or trained support so the day is successful and comfortable.
💛 Joyful Connections
By supporting inclusive local events, families can connect, build community, and create joyful memories together.

Featured Grant Opportunity

🏒 Family Fun with the Hershey Bears

Drop the puck on family fun. This Featured Grant Opportunity offers up to 4 tickets to the Hershey Bears vs. Utica Comets game on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at the Giant Center, giving one family the chance to enjoy an action-packed night of hockey and make lasting memories together.

📅 Date & Time
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
7:00 PM
🎟️ What’s included
Up to 4 tickets for one family
📍 Location
Giant Center
Hershey, PA

Grant Details

  • This grant provides one family with up to 4 tickets to Hershey Bears vs. Utica Comets at the Giant Center on February 25, 2026 (7:00 PM).
  • Parking passes are not provided.
  • After the recipient is chosen, instructions will be provided for how to claim and use tickets.
  • Accessibility matters. Review Giant Center accessibility info here: Accessibility Info (see grant page). If your family needs support navigating accommodations, reach out. You are not alone.

How to apply

  1. Review grant details and eligibility before applying.
  2. Complete the online application with information about your child, the experience requested, and any special considerations.
  3. Submit supporting documents if needed.
  4. Have an event or opportunity your child would love? Apply for a Family Experience Grant.

Every child deserves to join the fun.

Join the Fun Foundation is working to make inclusive experiences possible by removing barriers and opening doors. Learn more about the mission here: jointhefunfoundation.org.