Information provided by the event organizers said, “When we think of Charles Barber, we are reminded of his passion for making a difference in our community. “The Luzerne Foundation is indeed ‘Here for Good.’ Use it, embrace it, become a part of it.”īarber was recently honored by Dinners for Kids. As an aside, I must credit Daylene Burnside, my predecessor in 2000, with critical words of wisdom. McGowan, Wally Settler, and Frank Bevevino. “I have to credit some extraordinary people for introducing me to our community and its many complexities - Rusty Flack, Monsignor Andrew J. With you, the Foundation is in great hands, and you have the best and most diligent staff in Luzerne County.”īarber noted that when he took the job, he was “a complete newcomer” to Northeastern Pennsylvania.
But just as important is your broad knowledge and understanding of Luzerne County, its people, its needs, and the region as a whole. In his speech, Barber wished successor Pedri well, saying, “I am sure many of the gifts will require a lot of legal expertise. “Charles Barber has been here from the beginning to assure that the foundation really is ‘here for good.’” “No other philanthropic organization has empowered more people to get involved and give back to the community like the Luzerne Foundation has,” Yudichak said. Yudichak served on the Luzerne Foundation Board of Directors for 16 years and he established two funds in honor of his parents. John Yudichak presented Barber with a proclamation that was entered into the record of the State Senate. “It has been such a great honor to have been in a position to help so many people. The Luzerne Foundation is about people wanting to help other people,” he said. The needs are so great and our resources are limited.” “And all of these were made possible through the strong partnerships that were established with key leaders.”Īnd Barber added, “We always wish we could do more. “We’ve helped so many diverse programs across the community that play a critical role in helping people,” Barber said. When Barber looks back at his 21 years leading the Luzerne Foundation, he said he gets a tremendous sense of gratification of knowing everything the foundation has done to help so many people in so many way.īarber said the Luzerne Foundation has been a leader in charitable donation and for playing an integral in the establishment of several critical organizations like the Hazleton Integration Project, Dinners for Kids and Volunteers in Medicine. Like the Luzerne Foundation’s motto, “Here for Good,” Barber is as well.
The world really is my oyster right now.” I’m still wager to talk to individuals and groups and friends and mentors. “I’m still deciding what retirement will mean for me,” Barber said. He said he and his wife sold their house in Kingston and moved into a new place in the former Citizens Bank Building at Market and Franklin streets. His retirement is well-earned and his efforts will continue to shine.”īarber said he is humbled by the honor, calling his current status one of transition, not retirement. “Over his 21 years of service, Charles worked to make our community better and, most importantly, he offered a helping hand to all those in need. “Charles Barber took the Luzerne Foundation from an idea to its current role as the leader in philanthropy in Northeastern Pennsylvania” said David Pedri, current CEO/President of the Luzerne Foundation. On Wednesday, the Luzerne Foundation honored Barber at an event at the Westmoreland Club in Wilkes-Barre. WILKES-BARRE - During Charles Barber’s 21-year tenure as President/CEO, the Luzerne Foundation became a leader in local philanthropy, giving out more than $170 million in grants and scholarships.īarber recently retired after 21 years of exemplary service. Barber retired earlier this year and former Luzerne County Manager David Pedri was named as his successor. John Yudichak, right, presents a proclamation to Charles Barber at Wednesday night’s dinner honoring Barber for his 21 years as President/CEO of the Luzerne Foundation.
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