May 27, 2026
Community Giving Foundation: Bloomsburg is proud to announce its 2026 scholarship recipients, awarding $8,500 in scholarships to 6 local students pursuing a wide range of educational and career paths. These opportunities are made possible through the generosity of individuals, families, and organizations who have established scholarship funds to invest in the next generation of community leaders. Students from Bloomsburg, Central Columbia, and surrounding school districts were eligible to apply for awards recognizing a variety of interests, achievements, and future goals.
To celebrate the accomplishments of this year’s recipients, the Foundation welcomed 250 guests to its third annual scholarship event on May 27th at The Barn at Frosty Valley. The celebration brought together students, families, board members, and the donors who make these awards possible. Guests heard remarks from Kara Seesholtz and Amber Hughes, who reflected on the lasting impact of philanthropy and the importance of investing in local students. The Foundation is honored to celebrate and support students as they pursue their goals and contribute to the future of our communities.
Community Giving Foundation: Bloomsburg Scholarship Funds
- BHS Class of ’86 Scholarship Fund—Todd Strausser ($600)
- Bloomsburg Greek Alumni Scholarship Fund—awarded in Fall 2026
- Dr. Marilyn Witherup Medical Scholarship Fund—Allyson Bang ($2,000); Delainey Starr ($2,000)
- Lynch Brothers Scholarship Fund—Ashley Savage ($1,500); Luke Snyder ($1,500)
- Valaquenta Foster Scholarship Fund—Angel Parada-Viera ($1,000)
Bloomsburg is an affiliate of the Community Giving Foundation, investing over $70,000 annually to Bloomsburg area nonprofits and students. Visit csgiving.org/bloomsburg to learn more.
Community Giving Foundation convenes and connects people, resources, and ideas. The Foundation manages over 400 charitable funds—including permanent, flexible endowments that meet local needs and personalized giving services that achieve donor goals—and annually distributes over $4 million in grants and scholarships. Through local expertise and partnerships, the Foundation is uniquely positioned to connect community giving with community needs to maximize impact—today, tomorrow, and forever.