The Erie Community Foundation: Celebrating 90 Years of Investment and Impact
The Erie Community Foundation traces its history back to 1935 when Elisha H. Mack, co-founder of the Boston Store, created a charitable endowment fund that fueled regional philanthropic efforts over the next three decades. In 1971, the fund was transformed into a public charity, officially becoming The Erie Community Foundation, which, today, has expanded its collection of 900-plus different locally-created endowment funds. Celebrating 90 years of investment and impact, ECF President and CEO Karen Bilowith will discuss the foundation's mission to inspire, engage, and empower donors and communities across the region who are making an impact in the place that we all call "home."
*If purchasing a lunch, please register 48 hours in advance. Thank you!
Location: Jefferson Educational Society - 3207 State St, Erie, PA 16508
Date/Time: Friday, February 28, 12pm to 1:30pm
Admission: Free; Lunch optional, $5/person
Karen Bilowith, M.P.A., joined the Erie Community Foundation in October 2021. She leads the foundation’s efforts to improve the quality of life in the region in partnership with generous donors, effective nonprofit agencies, community leaders and a committed board of trustees and staff. Karen was formerly the president and CEO of the Idaho Community Foundation, and she held the position of president and CEO of the Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region as well as an executive position with United Way in upstate New York. Karen holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University of Colorado and a bachelor’s degree in economics from Boston College and is a current board member of Pennsylvania Association of Community Foundations.
