HERE FOR OUR COMMUNITY, FOR ALWAYS
Our Report to the Community
For 32 years, we have worked to empower individuals to become philanthropists, donors to make meaningful change, and caring citizens to build a legacy around their purpose. We are honored to be a growing, permanent resource for our community. Thanks to more than 6,500 donors in Fiscal Year 2022, we are happy to report grants and charitable distributions of $15,086,894.
Vision
We envision an inclusive and engaged culture of philanthropy that grows an abundance of resources that have a perpetual impact in a thriving region.
Mission
We empower everyone in our community to understand how their philanthropy can leave a lasting legacy in our region.
Equity Statement
The Community Foundation for the Alleghenies is committed to working toward a diverse, equitable, and inclusive society, where all individuals feel valued and respected. We are committed to taking a nondiscriminatory approach in our policies and actions, respecting diverse life experiences and heritages, and ensuring that all voices are valued and heard.
News and Updates
Paving the Way for Women in Scientific Fields: Doris J. Leibfreid Scholarship
Michelle Hershberger and Yvonne Fetterman share a common inspiration. They were both students who were …
CFA Announces $215,000 in Early Childhood Education Grants
The Community Foundation for the Alleghenies (CFA) recently announced eight grant awards totaling $215,000 from …
Community Foundation for the Alleghenies Awards More Than $180,000 in Spring 2023 Grants
The Community Foundation for the Alleghenies (CFA) held a press conference to announce more than $180,000 …
JSO ON THE GO!
Thanks to the generosity of our donors, the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies (CFA), provided …
Grant Resources For Fire Companies and Emergency Responders
Volunteer firefighting is a tough and dangerous job. We appreciate all of you for your …
The Importance of Education and Commitment
In her own words, Brenda Sherbine loves to talk about her late husband Mark. Although …
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Our Team
- President and Executive Director
Mike has served in his role at the Community Foundation since 2001. He also is involved in a variety of community initiatives.
- Associate Director
Angie manages grantmaking programs and assists with office administration. Contact Angie if you want to learn about the Community Foundation's grant opportunities.
- Director of Donor Services
Katrina works with new donors to open funds and engages with local wealth advisors through our Philanthropic Leaders Advisory Network (PLAN). Reach out to her to start designing your legacy or find out about PLAN.
- Communications Officer
- Somerset County Director
Lladel works directly with Somerset County's many donors and grantees. Please reach out to her to discuss opening a fund, ways you can give, or information about how we can work with you in Somerset County.
- Bedford County Director
Dina works with donors in Bedford County who want to support the community and leads the Bedford County Change Makers. Contact her to help make your vision for the county a reality.
- Accounting Associate
Barb manages the financial operations of the Community Foundation and oversees financials for all funds under the foundation's stewardship.
- Program Associate
Emily manages the Community Foundation's partnership with the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts and the Foundation's Nonprofit Resource Library. Contact Emily with questions about arts grant opportunities or to access the library.
- Donor Services Administrator
Nick works with the development staff to maintain communication with new and existing donors and fund representatives. He also creates and oversees our online donation pages.
- Grants Administrator
George works with the grantmaking staff to provide administrative support and grant tracking for partnership funds, charitable service administration funds, and program hosting funds. Contact George with questions related to our online grant application or accessing the grantee portal.
- Scholarships and Gifts Administrator
Namita oversees our scholarship program, working with donors and schools to inform students about our funding for higher education. She also makes sure that every donation received is properly entered and receipted.
- Accounting Assistant
Victoria works with Barb Charney to ensure our accounting processes are in order and working smoothly. Fundholders can reach out to her with questions about invoice payments.
- Communications Administrator
Rebecca works with Natalie Kurchak to manage brand awareness and social platforms and provides administrative support to the CFA staff.
- Office Administrator
Pat provides administrative support for the team in the office, as well as managing the conference room schedule and assisting with special events.
Get in Touch: Community Foundation for the Alleghenies
Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m to 4:30 p.m., closed noon-1 p.m.
Somerset Office
Lladel Lichty, Director
P.O. Box 1105
Somerset, PA 15501
Johnstown Office
216 Franklin Street, Suite 400
Johnstown, PA 15901
Bedford Office
Dina McGee, Director
Penn Square Station
127 South Juliana Street
Bedford, PA 15522
NONPROFITS: The board room at the Community Foundation’s Johnstown office is available at no cost for community and organizational meetings. The room is equipped with audio/visual tools for meetings that are a hybrid of in-person and virtual. It seats up to 25 people. To reserve the board room contact our main line at info@cfalleghenies.org or 814-536-7741.
Parking and visiting information for the Johnstown office: The Community Foundation’s main office is located in the downtown Johnstown AmeriServ building. The office is on the rear fourth floor, and visitors need to check in at the security desk to get a pass to enter the rear elevators. Metered street parking is available nearby. The city’s Lincoln Street Parking Garage (also metered) is close to the AmeriServ building’s rear entrance.
Board Members
- CEO & President, Crown American Realty Trust
- Retired Bank President/CEO
- Sahlaney, Dudeck & Hochfeld Law Office
- President, Aspire Grant & Development, LLC
- Retired, Pennsylvania State Police
- Retired Chemical Engineer
- CPA & Partner, Wessel & Company
- Executive Director of Vision 2025
- President, M. Glosser & Sons, Inc.
- President, Group Genesis, LLC
- Retired Publisher, The Tribune-Democrat
- Attorney, Ayres Presser Elder Law, LLC
- President, Sargent’s Group
- President & CEO, Bedford County Development Association
- Retired Assistant Director/Director of Donor Services, Community Foundation for the Alleghenies
- President/CEO, AmeriServ Financial
- Silverman, Tokarsky, & Forman LLC
- Registered Nurse
- Retired, Stager Chevrolet
- Program Director, Flood City Youth Fitness Academy
Board and Committees
Supporting Organizations
These funds act under the Community Foundation’s fiscal and administrative oversight, but with their own board and mission.
Financials and Bylaws
Activities Statement
Condensed and unaudited
Financial Position Statement
Condensed and unaudited
Most Recent Audit
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990 Form
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GuideStar Profile
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Investment Policy
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CFA Bylaws
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