Karen Bilowith on 814 Matters
Erie Community Foundation President and CEO Karen Bilowith recently joined 814 Matters, a podcast that spotlights the people, places, and events shaping Northwest Pennsylvania. Hosted by Tony Peyronel and Mike Ruzzi of Erie News Now, the conversation explores what...
From “Weedville” to Beautiful Meadville!
For years, Andy Walker, former City Manager, quietly bestowed downtown Meadville with an unfortunate nickname: “Weedville.” Unpruned trees, neglected flower beds, opportunistic weeds, and an aging landscaping dampened civic pride and made a less-than-positive first...
AHN Saint Vincent announces plans for new Star Center North medical simulation lab with $250,000 grant from The Erie Community Foundation
Simulation lab designed for teaching and medical research ERIE, PA (November 19, 2025) – AHN Saint Vincent announced today that the hospital will open a new Simulation, Teaching, and Academic Research (STAR) Center North, supported by a $250,000 grant from The Erie...
The Erie Community Foundation Announces over $2.7 Million in Grants During Third Quarter
After The Erie Community Foundation Board of Trustees met in September, the Foundation is pleased to announce the approval over $2.7 million in grant awards to address immediate community needs and long-term requests. Each year, the Foundation conducts four quarterly...