Bloomsburg
Supporting local nonprofits in the greater Bloomsburg area.
Founded in 1996, Community Giving Foundation: Bloomsburg affiliated with the Community Giving Foundation in 2018, working together to build charitable funds in the Bloomsburg area to benefit local residents. Through superior stewardship of enduring charitable gifts, Bloomsburg's mission is to enhance lives, making the community a stronger and safer place for all.
"Our region has so many needs, large and small, and to be part of an organization that positively impacts the greater Bloomsburg area makes me proud to serve. You can make a difference, too, by supporting Community Giving Foundation: Bloomsburg so we can continue to help our friends and neighbors!" (Pam Young, Bloomsburg Board Chair)
A Story of Local Giving
Honoring their family's connection to and appreciation for the vital role of Emergency Medical Services in the community, Dr. Marilyn and Eugene Witherup established the Bloomsburg EMS Training Institute (BETI) Fund to support essential education and training programs for everyone, from the general public to the most highly-trained physicians. The gift carried historical significance—Dr. Marilyn Witherup was a true pioner in emergency medicine in our region, establishing and running the first emergency and parademic services in Bloomsburg for decades. Her legacy of life-saving care continues to benefit our communities today.
"The Witherup Family's legacy is more than just a financial contribution—it is a powerful and shared core belief that the education of EMS professionals is paramount. The challenges facing EMS are urgent, and this endowment allows BETI to lead the charge in rebuilding and strengthening the front line of emergency medicine." (Kurt McHugh, BETI Director)
Your support of Community Giving Foundation: Bloomsburg makes an impact on the lives of people in your community. This story is just one example of the power of giving happening now because of the generosity of our donors.
Bloomsburg's History
In 1996, the Town of Bloomsburg invested the interest paid back on a loan borrowed by Magee Industrial Enterprises from a Federal Urban Development Grant (UDAG), creating the Bloomsburg Area Community Foundation. Through the advocacy of local community members, the Foundation was established to support a variety of area organizations serving residents of the Bloomsburg community.
The Foundation affiliated with the Central Susquehanna Community Foundation (now Community Giving Foundation) in 2018 and awarded $17,000 in local grants that same year. The partnership allowed Bloomsburg's board of directors to focus their efforts on raising funds and grantmaking decisions, while the Community Giving Foundation handled the administration, investment, and daily operational tasks.
Grant Impact
Community Giving Foundation: Bloomsburg proudly makes grant investments to benefit youth, the disadvantaged, cultural, historical, and educational programs. During their 2025 competitive grant round, the group awarded $13,000 in grants through the Bloomsburg Unrestricted Fund and Hartman / Robbins / Stroup Fund.
Over its existence, more than 200 grants have been awarded by Community Giving Foundation: Bloomsburg, totaling more than $200,000. The impact has been far and wide, providing support for many organizations that offer programs and services to increase the quality of life for thousands of individuals in the greater Bloomsburg area.
Creating a Legacy
There is a place for you here! Through the collective work of neighbors, families, businesses, and nonprofits, the Community Giving Foundation: Bloomsburg will continue to leave a greater impact in your community for years to come.
Donors can help meet local charitable needs by supporting current Bloomsburg funds or by creating a fund in your their own name to establish a personal charitable legacy. Walk through our Giving Workbook or contact a member of Bloomsburg's board or Foundation staff to discuss how you can partner with your local community foundation to make a difference in the greater Bloomsburg area.
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Board Members
2025
Pam Young (Chair)
Jessica Lehman (Vice-Chair)
Lynn Cromley (Financial Liaison)
Donna Coombs
Elizabeth Dowd
Dr. Heather Feldhaus
Jeff Lylo
Brigid Pugh
Leo Sokoloski
Angela Young
Board Members are charged with evaluating grant applications, monitoring community strengths and needs, and making site visits as needed to verify progress.