How much funding does William & Elizabeth Scholarship provide?

William & Elizabeth Scholarship provides Average $6,000 per award in funding.

William & Elizabeth Scholarship

Bridge Builders Community Foundations

Foundation Annual Workforce Development Grants Grants for Education

Funding Amount

Average $6,000 per award

Deadline

March 6, 2027

163 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

William & Elizabeth Scholarship

Status: Active

Geographic Scope: Venango County, PA

Focus Areas:

Trade schools

Apprenticeships

Applied technology programs

Nursing education

Eligibility:

Students from Venango County

Pursuing education in trades, apprenticeships, applied technology, or nursing

High school graduates or those enrolling in trade/technical programs

Award Details:

Average Award: $6,000 per student

Frequency: Annual

Total Awarded Since 2021: Over $140,000 to 22 individual students

One of the largest scholarships managed by BBCF

Establishment & Background:

Established in 2021

Founders' vision: Open doors for students whose talents shine brightest through hands-on learning

Recognizes the value and career sustainability of skilled trades

Supports workforce development in practical fields essential to communities

What the Fund Supports:

Students not pursuing traditional four-year college degrees

Those excelling through hands-on learning rather than classroom academics

Career paths in skilled trades that provide financial stability

Essential workforce roles (electrical, construction, power lines, healthcare, etc.)

Contact:
Bridge Builders Community Foundations
1322 Elk St., Franklin, PA 16323
814-677-8687

How to Apply

Application Process

How to Apply:
1. Create a scholarship account through BBCF's online portal at bbcf.org
2. Complete a single centralized application form
3. The system will identify scholarships you may be eligible for based on your responses
4. Submit application by the deadline

Application Cycle:

Opens: January 19 (annually)

Closes: March 6 (firm deadline)

Required Materials:

Responses to scholarship application questions

May include short answers, essays, or recommendations (varies by scholarship)

Recommendations: Request early from someone familiar with your work or character

Application Tips:

Create account early to review questions and gather materials

Provide clear and honest answers

Focus on effort, clarity, and authenticity

Apply even if unsure about meeting every qualification—many assume they don't qualify when they do

Submit early to avoid technical issues

Support Available:
Questions about eligibility, requirements, or the application process are welcome. Contact BBCF for clarification.

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What Bridge Builders Community Foundations actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024: 33
Total given: $1.26M
Median grant: $8,755
Range: $5,099–$499K

By dollars: Pennsylvania 95%, New York 5%, California <1%. Top recipient cities: Oil City, PA; Franklin, PA; Dunkirk, NY.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
46% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

Example grants

United Way of Venango County · Reno, PA

Distribution

$499K
Franklin Civic Operetta Association · Franklin, PA

Distribution

$100K
Eccles-Lesher Memorial Library · Rimersburg, PA

Eccles-lesher memorial library

$98K
Oil Region Library Association · Oil City, PA

Distribution

$77K
Allegheny Valley Trails Association · Franklin, PA

Distribution

$50K