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

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....
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...
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...
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...
Since 1979, the Venango Area Community Foundation Discretionary Grant has played a crucial role in strengthening local nonprofits by providing funding for essential programs, innovative projects, and...
Frank M. and Eleanor R. Miese Fund: Investing in the Future of Cooperstown’s Children Frank and Eleanor Miese believed in giving back to the place that shaped them, ensuring that future generations...
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....
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...
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...
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...
Since 1979, the Venango Area Community Foundation Discretionary Grant has played a crucial role in strengthening local nonprofits by providing funding for essential programs, innovative projects, and...
Frank M. and Eleanor R. Miese Fund: Investing in the Future of Cooperstown’s Children Frank and Eleanor Miese believed in giving back to the place that shaped them, ensuring that future generations...