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Forum 2016 Summary

2016-12-14
On: December 14, 2016
In: Events

On October 19, 2016 nearly 170 community leaders, representing 94 agencies and organizations for around the Buhl region participated in a first-of-its-kind Community Forum held at the Penn State Shenango campus in Sharon, PA. The event featured national and regional speakers as well as a panel of local leaders; presentations focused on the social determinants of health and the role of Foundations in supporting broader community health. Attendees shared their thoughts regarding a vision for the region, what it will take to successfully work together in the future, as well as input regarding the best roles for the Buhl Regional Health Foundation (BRHF). Attendees providedRead More →

Buhl Regional Forum 2016

2016-10-19
On: October 19, 2016
In: Events, In The News

On October 19th, 2016 The Buhl Regional Health Foundation (BRHF) hosted over 170 people at the Penn State Shenango Auditorium. Community organizations, municipalities, churches, and other committed citizens, came together to talk about improving the health of our valley.  There were many important conversations about our changing communities. Each of the attendees was asked to discuss concepts regarding advantages, issues, and possible areas of improvement for our area. In the end, it was clear that community-advancement involves cooperation. Details: BRHF Board Chair, Ruthanne Beighley opened the forum by defining Conversion Foundations (Created when non-profit hospitals are converted to for-profit companies.) and their designated importance; improving the healthRead More →

Announcing the Buhl Regional Forum 2016

2016-09-27
On: September 27, 2016
In: Education

The Buhl Regional Health Foundation will host a free, day-long learning and networking conference on Wednesday, October 19th, 2016.  It will be held in the Penn State Shenango Auditorium from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm. Call us at 724-418-2750 for more information What to Expect: Explore our evolving region and learn about changes and opportunities Share your ideas about healthy citizens, strong families and communities Connect and collaborate with community leaders and organizations Learn about the Foundation’s collaborative approach for supporting community wellbeing The keynote speakers will be Terie Dreussi-Smith, co-author of Bridges Out of Poverty: Strategies for Professionals and Communities (2009) and Bridges to Health and HealthcareRead More →

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

2016-09-27
On: September 27, 2016
In: In The News

The well attended Open House and Ribbon Cutting for the Buhl Regional Health Foundation (BRHF) was a wonderful indicator of area support. Many representatives from community and civic organizations were in attendance.  Notably, State Representative, Mark Longietti (7th Legislative District) and Barbara Sieck Taylor, Executive Director, Grant Makers of Western PA were present. During the Ribbon Cutting, Representative Longietti spoke about the importance of the organization and Ruthanne Beighley, Board Chair, discussed the diligence of the leadership team at BRHF. The Buhl Regional Health Foundation is committed to improving the health and well being of the people in our communities.Read More →

Open House, September 22nd

2016-08-24
On: August 24, 2016
In: In The News

The Buhl Regional Health Foundation will host an open house on September 22 from 3 – 5 pm.  A ribbon cutting ceremony is scheduled for 4pm.  Come and tour our facilities located at 701 Pierce Ave., Suite 1 in Sharpsville, PA (the newly re purposed Pierce Ave. School). We are very interested in meeting with members of the community we serve.  We are currently developing a grant making process as well as educational programs and events for providers. Come and introduce yourself.  We would love to hear your thoughts about improving the health and well-being of our valley.Read More →

Board and Staff Workshop

2016-06-30
On: June 30, 2016
In: Education

On Tuesday, June 28th the Buhl Regional Health Foundation board of directors participated in an educational workshop featuring Dr. Louis Beccaria Ph.D. This seminar gave the board an opportunity to further understand the concept, responsibility, and structure of successful community health foundations. The host, Louis J. Beccaria has a B.A. degree from La Salle College, an M.Ed. degree in social science/education, and an M.A. and Ph.D. in urban affairs and public policy from the University of Delaware.  Dr. Beccaria has over 42 years of professional practice including twelve years of government experience in criminal justice and human services administration.  He has served as the Chief ofRead More →

New Buhl Regional Health Foundation is Approved

2016-06-23
On: June 23, 2016
In: In The News

On May 18, Mercer County Judge Christopher St. John approved a petition to transfer $21.9 million dollars from the Christian H. Buhl Legacy Trust to the Buhl Regional Health Foundation. The non-profit corporation now known as the Christian H. Buhl Legacy Trust was created in 1893 when a number of community leaders decided to build the first hospital in the Shenango Valley. The hospital was named in honor of Christian H. Buhl who made a number of contributions to the Shenango Valley. He was also the father of Frank H. Buhl, who along with wife Julia Forker Buhl founded Buhl Park in the early 1900s.Read More →

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