News & Events

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

Empowering Nonprofits: The Venango Area Community Foundation Discretionary Grant

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...

Fund Spotlight | Frank M. and Eleanor R. Miese Fund

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...

Bridge Builders Community Foundation and PA Giving Fund

          Bridge Builders Community Foundation Joins PA Giving Pledge A New Statewide Movement to Build a Legacy for Future Generations What if just 5% of your estate could...

Grant Success Story | William & Elizabeth Charitable Fund for the Trades

William & Elizabeth Charitable Fund for the Trades: Investing in the Workforce of Tomorrow The William & Elizabeth Charitable Fund for the Trades was created in 2020 with one mission: to...

Bella Cucina Cheers Night – March 4, 2025

Dine for a Cause & Celebrate Mardi Gras with BBCF! Join us for a night of great food, community spirit, and giving back! On Tuesday, March 4, 2025, Bella Cucina in Franklin, PA, will host Cheers...

Scholarship Success Story | Jasey Donovan

The Margery L. Himes Memorial Scholarship: Creating Opportunities, Changing Lives Higher education can open doors, but for many students, the financial burden makes it feel out of reach. That’s why...

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...

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