Celebrating 50 Years of Community Impact
Join us for The Golden Gala—a once-in-a-generation celebration marking the 50th anniversary of Bridge Builders Community Foundations. This elegant evening will honor five decades of generosity, collaboration, and impact across Northwestern Pennsylvania.
Held at Cross Creek Resort on Saturday, September 27, 2025, The Golden Gala will bring together donors, community partners, and changemakers to reflect on our journey and look boldly toward the future. The evening will feature a keynote address by former NFL quarterback and community advocate Charlie Batch, a gourmet dinner, entertainment, and opportunities to support the next 50 years of building stronger communities—together.
An Evening to Remember
- 5:00 – 5:30 Registration / Silent Auction
- 5:30 – 6:00 Cocktails / Silent Auction
- 6:00 – 7:00 Invocation and Dinner
- 7:00 – 7:20 Welcome and Video
- 7:20 – 8:00 Keynote Speaker
- 8:00 – 10:00 Dancing
Meet Charlie Batch
The names Charlie Batch and the Pittsburgh Steelers go hand in hand. For 11 seasons, Charlie served as the team’s backup quarterback and experienced mentor, stepping up in critical games to lead the team to victory and coaching rookie players to expect their best. Off the field, he took on leadership roles within the NFL, serving as a player rep and executive committee member for the NFLPA, speaking out for players’ rights and working for change to benefit the entire league. Today, Charlie is a keynote speaker, media personality, community advocate and Founder of the Best of the Batch Foundation.
Become a Gala Sponsor
Support the future of BBCF and gain valuable recognition in front of community leaders, philanthropists, and change-makers.
Presenting Sponsor - $10,000 (Exclusive - 1 Available)
- Recognition as “Presenting Sponsor” in all event materials
- Premier logo placement on website, invitations, & program
- 16 VIP tickets (2 reserved tables)
- Opportunity to speak or showcase a video during the gala program
- Featured in press releases & media coverage
- Dedicated social media promotion
Gold Sponsor – $5,000 (Up to 4 Available)
- Prominent logo placement on website & program
- 8 VIP tickets (1 reserved table)
- Verbal recognition at the event
- Mention in press releases & media coverage
- Social media promotion
Silver Sponsor – $2,500 (Up to 6 Available)
- Logo placement on website & program
- 4 gala tickets
- Verbal recognition at the event
- Social media recognition
Bronze Sponsor – $1,000 (Unlimited)
- Name or logo in event materials
- 2 gala tickets
- Social media recognition
Friend of the Gala – $500
- Name recognition in the program
- 1 gala ticket
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor
Gold Sponsor
Silver Sponsor
Bronze Sponsor
50th Anniversary Gala Committee
Core Members
Lynn McCaslin
Colleen McAleer
Maloy Shrout
Warren Thomas
Steering Committee
Karen Allen
Johnathan Bailey
Ken Brannon
Sam Breene
Hilary Buchanan
Brenda Dede
Matt Deal
Deb Eckleberger
Dan Flaherty
Tina Flick
Sue Fox
Joe Gerzina
Peter Greene
Deb Hardy
Paul Hess
Lee & Maureen James
Jake Jacobson
Laura Jones
Jennifer Vinson
Megan Weber
Norm Wimer
