OUR PARTNERS
University of Pittsburgh, School of Pharmacy. P.E.R.U, Program Evaluation Research Unit
The Northwest Pennsylvania (NW PA) Veteran Suicide Prevention Program operates on a three-pronged approach involving healthcare providers, community organizations, and Veterans and their families in the 15 counties of NW PA. The “Person-First” series chronicles the lived experiences of Veterans committed to reducing suicide deaths of those who have served in the armed forces.
University of Pittsburgh, Pitt Sustainability
The University of Pittsburgh defines “sustainability” as balancing equity, environment, & economics so current and future generations can thrive. Pitt has active sustainability efforts and initiatives across disciplines, domains, and scales — including pursuing carbon neutrality by 2037. Bodhi aligns themselves with multiple Impact Areas and Goals of the Pitt Sustainability Plan; Food Systems, Equity and Access, Health and Wellbeing, and many more. Bodhi and Pitt will partner together on researching environmental and sustainable solutions that will enhance our impact on the local community.
Pennsylvania State University for a Senior Capstone Project
Bodhi's sustainability issue will be investigated by the ingenuity of PSU seniors. They will explore multiple facets to ensure Bodhi is operating as green as possible.
Possible facets include:
• Solar power
• Wind energy
• Recycling Methods
• Waste Disposal Methods
At the Innovation Entente lab, student intelligence analyst through conducting key research and data collection provided insight primarily on Funding opportunities, Market Analysis, Industry Best Practices, and Mistakes to Avoid. Bodhi utilized the Intelligence product to explore various funding avenues and optimize efficiencies within the 501(c)3 Federal Non-Profit and continues to receive ongoing support from the Mercyhurst Innovation Entente Lab. (pictured below)
Sarah A. Reed Children’s Center
Bodhi and the Sarah Reed Children's Center have implemented Tower Gardens to create an environment that encourages children to take part in sustainable practices. Not only do the towers provide nutritious food, the calming effects of the flowing water and the proximity to nature provide Horticulture Therapy. Bodhi has been conducting consensual research at Sarah Reed’s to validate the positive effects of Horticulture Therapy.
Through the collaboration of Allegheny’s students’ and facility’s brilliant minds, they have created and foster a sustainable campus. With their expertise and mission for change. Allegheny will work alongside the Bodhi Garden Initiative to create best practices to achieve Carbon Neutrality and mitigate Bodhi’s environment impact. Allegheny continues to refine their sustainability practices
The Northwest Pennsylvania Innovation Beehive Network
A grant-funded collaborative initiative to enhance business expansion and development in the Erie area. Each branch is responsible for bringing specialized services. Bodhi has been working alongside numerous organizations within the Beehive Network to improve their operational, branding and marketing, and sustainability capabilities.
Blasco Library
Penn State Behrend
PennWest: Edinboro University
Gannon University
Allegheny College
Mercyhurst University
OUR AFFILIATIONS
VETERAN ORGANIZATIONS
Military Order of the Purple Heart
PDA Veteran Farming Network / Troops to Tractors
Erie Soldiers and Sailors Home
Erie Vet Center | Veteran Affairs - VA
PRIVATE SECTOR
Booker T. Washington
UPMC Safe Harbor
Allegheny Health Network
Mercy Center for Women
Perseus House
Lakeshore Community Services
Multicultural Community Resource Center
Sisters of Mercy/Motherhouse
PUBLIC SECTOR
Erie County Department of Health
Erie County Veteran Affairs County
Erie Metropolitan Transit Authority
State Representatives:
HD-1: Patrick J. Harkins
HD-2: Robert Merski
HD-3: Ryan Bizzarro
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