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 community-driven initiatives. This grant was established to support organizations that serve the residents of Venango County, ensuring that vital programs can continue to meet the needs of the […]

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 of children in Cooperstown and surrounding communities would have the opportunities and resources they need to thrive. In 2019, their vision became a […]

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 change lives for generations? Bridge Builders Community Foundation is joining 40 other community foundations across Pennsylvania to launch the PA Giving Pledge—a movement […]

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 empower students pursuing careers in the trades, applied technology, apprenticeships, and nursing. By providing grants to programs that prepare individuals for hands-on, high-demand careers, […]

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 Night, a Mardi Gras-themed fundraiser where 10% of all proceeds will benefit Bridge Builders Community Foundations. 📅 Date: Tuesday, […]

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 the Margery L. Himes Memorial Scholarship exists—to break down barriers and help students turn their academic dreams into reality. Established in 2013, this scholarship honors […]

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 application deadline until March 29th, 2024. This extension aims to ensure that all eligible candidates have ample time to complete their applications and access the financial […]

BBCF hosts a Nonprofit Leaders Roundtable

Today was the first Nonprofit Leaders Roundtable. Bridge Builders Community Foundations privileged to create a space for nonprofit leaders in our community to share, collaborate and learn so that these leaders of positive change can better equip themselves for the unique challenges they face everyday.