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Did you receive a CFA Grant?

JOHNSTOWN -- The Community Foundation publicizes grants and grant stories through media relations, social media, publications, and our website. We encourage you to share success stories and photos so we can promote partnerships to make the Alleghenies a better place.…

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Wine Auction Success

JOHNSTOWN -- The numbers are in and this year’s 7th Annual Charity Wine Auction brought in more than $38,000. The money will benefit both the United Way and the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies, with each receiving about $19,000. Proceeds…

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We Have Three Questions

JOHNSTOWN -- This is a very special year for the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies; we’re celebrating our 25th anniversary. One of the most important things that CFA does is to help donors make the most of their charitable giving,…

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New Loan Partnership

SOMERSET -- The Community Foundation for the Alleghenies is pleased to announce a new partnership with the Somerset County Economic Development Council (SCEDC), aimed at providing additional funding for qualified loan proposals in Somerset County. Currently, the EDC offers loans through…

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Looking for a Grant?

JOHNSTOWN -- Grant seekers, here is a unique opportunity to apply for a grant through The National Road Heritage Corridor. They’ve recently announced to the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies an imminent ‘mini-grant opportunity’ for nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and friends…

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What’s Your Idea Worth?

What’s Your Idea Worth? JOHNSTOWN -- This May it’s the Makers Premier and PITTch Fest, two events, and a lot of fun. It’s the second year for the celebration of the region’s entrepreneurs and artisans. The Community Foundation for the…

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Lady Dirtbags

JOHNSTOWN -- The team's name, ‘Lady DirtBags,’ is not an accurate description of the girls who play on it, but it automatically catches your attention. “We have an amazing environment for these girls that reinforce how having a positive attitude…

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Celebration Continues!

JOHNSTOWN -- The Project Party may be over, but the celebration lives on. Lift Johnstown’s 4th Project Party was the biggest celebration to date. About 80 nonprofits were registered at the event, and more than 450 people showed up to look…

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‘Egg-stra’ Special Smiles

SOMERSET -- SOS Secret Santa in Somerset County, a fund within the Community Foundation, gave out 500 filled Easter Eggs during the month of April. The group performs random acts of kindness each month in Somerset and surrounding communities. The…

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Strengthen What You Love

Strengthen What You Love BEDFORD -- When 6-year-old Kayla was sick and in the hospital, she was touched by the outpouring of love that was shown to her. She soon decided to pay it forward. Along with her family, she…

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