Growing Hands for Brighter Futures

Growing Hands for Brighter Futures was founded by AnnMarie DiPasquale, and inspired by a simple but powerful goal: teaching her children that kindness and service matter. When her son Julius started preschool, AnnMarie— a former law enforcement officer—recognized how many children lack basic essentials like school supplies and support. That realization sparked the creation of a nonprofit rooted in love, purpose, and community impact.

Founded in June 2025, Growing Hands for Brighter Futures empowers youth and families to give back through school supply drives and toy collections. In our first year, we donated over 15,000 school supplies to students across York County for the 2025–2026 school year and served over 300 children through our toy drive this past December.

AnnMarie’s background in community service and working with nonprofits shaped a hands-on, heart-led approach to giving. Alongside her children, Braydon and Julius, she is raising a new generation that leads with empathy, inclusion, and kindness.

Together, we are growing brighter futures—one act of kindness at a time.