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Honoring a War Hero

JOHNSTOWN -- Lt. Col. Boyd “Buzz” Wagner was the first Ace of World War II from the Johnstown area and earned several distinguished flying medals and honors before he was killed in a training exercise in 1942. Members of the local…

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Meet CFA’s 2015 Interns

JOHNSTOWN -- The Community Foundation for the Alleghenies is excited to welcome a new group of interns for the third consecutive year of the Youth Philanthropy Internship program. Led by senior interns Ryan King and Mikella Buncich, this group of…

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A Passion for Caring

JOHNSTOWN -- The Elizabeth L. Brawley Nursing Scholarship Fund awarded two high school students with nursing scholarships in June. It was the first time the fund was able to give the scholarships and for one family, it was more than…

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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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Park to Honor First Responders

JOHNSTOWN -- A fund has been set up to create a park in honor of fallen West End paramedic Janice Keen-Livingston, and first responders for generations to come. Members of West End Ambulance along with Officers from Johnstown Police and…

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CFA is Granting $10,000

  JOHNSTOWN -- The Community Foundation for the Alleghenies announced Thursday that it will be granting $10,000 in honor of its 25th Anniversary. “We chose this idea of $10,000 to signify our 25th Anniversary because it’s never been done before,”…

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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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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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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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