News & Events

Explore news, upcoming events, and highlights of our work in scholarships, grants, and community engagement across Northwestern Pennsylvania.

Honoring a Legacy of Leadership: The Coach Patterson Charitable Foundation

Few people leave the kind of lasting impact that Coach Pat Patterson did in the Oil City community. As an educator, coach, and mentor, his influence extended far beyond the classroom and the field—he...

Enriching Our Region Through the Arts: The Venango County Arts and Culture Endowment

Since its founding in 1997 by the former Venango Area Community Foundation (now an affiliate of Bridge Builders Community Foundations), the Venango County Arts and Culture Endowment has played a...

Bridge Builders Community Foundations Celebrates 50 Years of Philanthropy and Community Impact

Today, April 30, 2025, Bridge Builders Community Foundations (BBCF) proudly marks a major milestone—50 years of philanthropic service and transformational community impact across the Oil Region....

Celebrating 50 Years of Impact: What to Expect in 2025

Bridge Builders Community Foundations is officially turning 50—and we’re celebrating in a big way! Since 1975, we’ve been connecting people who care with causes that matter, and in 2025, we’re...

Supporting Future Healthcare Heroes: The William H. Locke Memorial Scholarship

For nearly five decades, the William H. Locke Memorial Scholarship has been opening doors for students in Oil City, Pennsylvania—helping them pursue education beyond high school and build meaningful...

Autism Stands : Building a Brighter Future for the Autism Community

For families of individuals with autism, navigating everyday challenges can feel overwhelming—especially when it comes to securing basic necessities that align with their unique needs. That’s where...

Hands-On Learning, Lasting Impact: Aidan McCracken and the George J. Vergis Family Scholarship

When Aidan McCracken graduated from Franklin High School, he knew that his next step needed to be something that matched his learning style and his drive to build things with his own hands. That next...

Finding Her Future in Science: Ryleigh Henry and the Eugene F. Hanna Scholarship

When Ryleigh Henry graduated from Franklin High School, she already knew she wanted a career that made a difference in people’s lives. Inspired by her love of science and her passion for helping...

Building a Future on Strong Lines: Caleb Stewart’s Journey with the William & Elizabeth Scholarship

When Caleb Stewart enrolled in the Global Power Line Academy, he knew it wouldn’t be easy. The 10-week lineman program demanded grit, focus, and a willingness to push past limits. “I went into the...

May Non-Profit Roundtable

This Roundtable event will take place on May 15, 2024 at 10AM at the Bridge Builders' Office. For more information please fell free to contact Bridge Builders using our contact page.

October Non-Profit Roundtable

This Roundtable event will take place on October 16, 2024 at 10AM at the Bridge Builders' Office. For more information please fell free to contact Bridge Builders using our contact page.

Bridge Builders Community Foundations has extended the scholarship deadline

In response to potential delays in the completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) due to various factors, Bridge Builders Community Foundation has extended the scholarship...

Our 2025 Annual Report is Now Available!