Elk County Community Foundation

10/23/2026

🎃 Join us for a spooky good time! 👻

We are thrilled to participate in tonight’s Business Trick-or-Treat! Bring your family, connect with local businesses, and kick off the weekend with plenty of festive fun.

The team is officially setting up, and we can't wait to see you! 👇

⏰ When: Tonight, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Where: Directly in front of the Franklin Center

Stop by our table, say hello, and grab some treats! 🍬✨

10/21/2026

The Elk County Community Foundation is pleased to share the continued impact of the James and Gloria Straub Pinecrest Manor Activities Fund, established in memory of James and Gloria Straub. The fund provides ongoing support to Penn-Highlands Pinecrest Manor's Activities Department, helping deliver programs, experiences, and resources that promote residents' happiness, engagement, and overall well-being.

Gloria Straub volunteered at Pinecrest Manor, where she enjoyed spending time with residents and supporting the Activities Department. In honor of James and Gloria, their family established a fund at the Elk County Community Foundation to continue supporting something that was meaningful to Gloria during her lifetime.

Today, that legacy continues through funding for activities, equipment, and supplies that enrich the lives of Pinecrest Manor residents.

Recent purchases supported by the fund include games that provide opportunities for recreation, socialization, and group engagement; a stereo system for music-based activities; art supplies to encourage creativity; and fidget boards for sensory engagement. The fund also supported the purchase of a laptop, an iPad, and a protective case, allowing residents to stay connected with family and friends through video calls, messaging, and other forms of communication. For residents whose loved ones live farther away or can't visit often, these opportunities for connection can be especially meaningful.

Read the full article at: https://elkcountyfoundation.org/james-and-gloria-straub-penn-highlands-elk-pinecrest-manor-activities-fund-continues-a-legacy-of-caring-and-giving/

10/20/2026

Congratulations to the Stackpole-Hall Foundation on its 75th anniversary! Back in the late 1990s, a visionary group of business and civic leaders recognized the need for a perpetual funding stream to support Elk County's future. With generous backing from the Stackpole-Hall Foundation, that vision became reality with the establishment of the Elk County Community Foundation. Today, we continue to work together to ensure our community thrives now and for generations to come.

🎉 Celebrating 75 Years of Giving and Community Impact! 🎉

In 1951, three visionary men—Lyle G. Hall Sr., J. Hall Stackpole, and Harrison C. Stackpole—established the Stackpole-Hall Foundation with a commitment to giving back and improving the lives of others.

Today, 75 years later, their remarkable legacy continues! ❤️

🌟 75 Years of Giving
💙 More Than $50 Million in Grants Awarded
🏡 Countless Lives and Communities Impacted

From education and healthcare to emergency services, community development, recreation, the environment, and arts and culture, the Foundation's impact can be seen throughout Elk County and beyond.

But our story is about so much more than dollars granted. It's about the generations of Hall and Stackpole family members and Trustees who have carried forward the founders' vision, and the countless organizations, volunteers, and community leaders who have turned that generosity into meaningful change.

As Chairman Alexander “Sandy” Sheble-Hall shared:

“Our responsibility has always been greater than any one generation. We are stewards of something that was created to endure and to continue making a difference in the lives of others.”

As we celebrate this milestone, we extend our heartfelt appreciation to the organizations, community partners, and individuals who have been part of this incredible 75-year journey.

❤️ Three founders. 75 years. More than $50 million in giving. One enduring legacy.

Here's to honoring our past, celebrating the impact being made today, and continuing to invest in the future of our communities for generations to come!

📖 We invite you to read our full 75th Anniversary press release and join us in celebrating this remarkable milestone.
https://www.stackpolehall.org/publications

10/16/2026

Classes fill up quickly! Register now.

🤔 Wonder where you can find a list of our Upcoming Classes at The CEC Discover Hub?

📲 Simply click this link that takes you to our self-serve, Corsizio Registration Portal site. https://site.corsizio.com/portal/6968f2db5522fa2ea465ba5f

🤩 You'll stay up-to-date as more classes are added! Check back frequently as we have quite a few things up our sleeve for this Fall!

10/15/2026

Women Who Care held its annual fall business meeting last evening at the Johnsonburg Fire Hall, bringing together more than 130 members to review and vote on local grant applications. The landmark event celebrated a massive milestone: $500,000 raised since the organization’s inception, with $50,000 awarded in grants this year alone to uplift the local community.

The following organizations were named recipients of the Women Who Care 2026 grants:
• Bender Safety & Training Corporation
• Boys & Girls Club of St. Marys
• Community Education Center
• Crystal Fire Department
• Elk County Catholic School System, ECCSS
• The Footlighters of Elk County Community Theater
• Fox Township Historical Society
• Johnsonburg Area School District, Johnsonburg Area School District News
• Johnsonburg Community Center
• Johnsonburg Fire Department
• Messengers Supporting Recovery
• Ridgway Public Library
• Saint Marys Senior Citizens, Saint Marys PA Senior Center
• The Lutheran Home at Kane
• West Creek Rail Trail

The evening also featured the "Donor for a Day" drawing. Congratulations to Debbie Blessler, Anna Kreckel, Judy Allegretto, and Carol Dale, who were selected for this honor. Each individual will select a local non-profit to receive a $500 gift.

Women Who Care extends its deepest gratitude to all members whose dedication and contributions make this community impact possible. Special thanks go to Beth Constable and the volunteers at the Johnsonburg Fire Department for providing a delicious meal, and to Connie Crawford for making the celebratory cake for this historic milestone.

10/13/2026

⏳ Deadline Approaching! Grant applications for the Harrison and Muriel Dauer Stackpole Family Fund close this Thursday, October 15, 2026.

If your 501(c)(3) organization provides services that improve the quality of life for Elk County residents, we want to support your project!

💡 How to apply:
1. Visit www.elkcountyfoundation.org
2. Head to the "Open Grants" section
3. Click the link to start your online application

Questions? Call our office at 814-834-2125.

10/09/2026

The visit gave her a firsthand look at how grants and community donations are helping support local emergency services.
https://www.wtaj.com/news/local-news/community-foundation-director-visits-elk-county-fire-department/

10/09/2026

Foundation officials said the donation highlights how community fundraisers and individual contributions help memorial funds grow.
https://www.wtaj.com/news/local-news/titan-co****le-raises-600-for-memorial-fund/

10/09/2026

Titan Co****le Supports Fr. Eric Vogt Memorial Fund with $600 Donation.

The spirit of giving continues in memory of Fr. Eric Vogt, as Titan Co****le recently hosted a charitable co****le tournament that raised $600 for the Fr. Eric Vogt Memorial Fund at the Elk County Community Foundation.

Titan Co****le regularly brings people together through tournaments that support local organizations and charitable causes. This October, they chose to honor Fr. Eric, bringing together friends, family, and community members for an event that celebrated his memory while giving back to the community he loved.

Read the full article at https://elkcountyfoundation.org/titan-co****le-supports-fr-eric-vogt-memorial-fund-with-600-donation/