The Rural Impact Fund | New Grant Program to Strengthen Rural Churches and Communities
Venango, Clarion, & Forest Counties, PA – Bridge Builders Community Foundations, in partnership with the Center for Rural Ministry at Grove City College, is launching the application for the Center for Rural Ministry Rural Impact Fund on Friday, August 29, 2025. The program will provide targeted grant funding to Christian congregations serving rural and small-town […]
McElhattan Impact Fund for the Knox Area: Creating a Legacy of Empowerment and Access
In 2021, the McElhattan Foundation established the McElhattan Impact Fund for the Knox Area, a dedicated resource for supporting programs and projects that benefit the communities of Knox and Clarion County. Though relatively new, the fund has already made a substantial impact, demonstrating the power of localized giving and the importance of strategic investments in […]
Honoring a Legacy of Compassion: The Alfreda Kurtich Memorial Nursing Scholarship
Established in 2022, the Alfreda Kurtich Memorial Nursing Scholarship was created by John Kurtich to honor the memory of his late wife, Alfreda Kurtich—a woman of deep faith, kindness, and unwavering dedication to her profession. Alfreda served as a Registered Nurse throughout her life, devoting herself to the care of others with integrity and compassion. […]
Bridge Builders Community Foundations Announces 2025-2026 Scholarship Recipients
Venango, Forest and Clarion Counties, PA — Bridge Builders Community Foundations is proud to announce the recipients of scholarships for the 2025-2026 academic year. Each year, the Foundation partners with generous donors, families, and organizations to support area students in their pursuit of higher education, and this year’s group of recipients is an inspiring representation […]
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 helped shape the character, discipline, and futures of countless students and athletes. In 2024, that legacy was cemented through the creation […]
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 quiet but powerful role in sustaining and enriching creative life across our region. This endowment was created with a simple but ambitious mission: to strengthen […]
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. Community leaders, donors, volunteers, and elected officials gathered to commemorate the half-century legacy of BBCF and to cast a bold vision for its future. President and CEO Trenton Moulin […]
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 honoring that legacy while laying the groundwork for the future. Over the past five decades, BBCF has grown from a small local foundation into a […]
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 futures. This long-standing scholarship doesn’t just offer financial help; it invests in dreams, determination, and the promise of a better tomorrow. A Legacy Rooted in […]
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 Autism Stands steps in. Founded in 2014, the Autism Stands Fund was created to raise awareness, foster inclusion, and provide tangible support for individuals with autism and their […]