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See what’s new with Buhl Regional Health Foundation. The articles below cover our grant cycles, grantees, scholarships, community engagement, programs, and more.
Fruits & Veggies – More Matters!
By Kateri Linn, Director of Programming, Buhl Regional Health Foundation September is Fruits & Veggies—More Matters Month, a reminder that when it comes to fruits and vegetables, adding more to our plates can be a simple way to support our overall well-being. And...
More than a Summer Internship
A Summer of Learning, Listening, and Discovering New Direction By the Buhl Regional Health Foundation and Summer Intern, Stephan Gibson A Note from BRHF: When Stephan Gibson joined the Buhl Regional Health Foundation (BRHF) as our summer intern, he spent much of his...
Grantee Spotlight: Supporting our Underserved
Youth Swim Instruction & Water Safety Education with Shenango Valley Urban League By The Buhl Regional Health Foundation For decades, access to swimming lessons and water safety education has remained out of reach for far too many families, leaving a critical gap...
Navigating the Ripple Effects
How Federal Policy Changes Hit the Family Budget By Jennifer Barborak, Executive Director, Buhl Regional Health Foundation In Pennsylvania, especially our Western Region, communities that rely on federal funded programs like Medicaid, Medicare, SNAP (Supplemental...
Investing in the Future: Celebrating Our 2026 Scholarship Recipients
Each year, the Buhl Regional Health Foundation has the privilege of supporting graduating seniors who are preparing to pursue careers that strengthen the health, safety, and wellbeing of our community. Through the BRHF Scholarship Program, each recipient receives a...
A New Beginning: New Transitional Housing Will Offer More Than a Place to Stay
By Jessica Koss, Director of Community Engagement, BRHF For women and children experiencing homelessness, finding a safe place to turn isn't always as simple as making a phone call. In Mercer County, families facing housing instability often encounter limited options...
Creating a Movement in Mercer County to Thrive Together: Thoughts, Insights, and Learnings from The Rippel Foundation’s 7 Vital Conditions Workshop
By Jennifer Barborak, Executive Director of Buhl Regional Health Foundation True community health depends on the foundational conditions of the places where we live, work, and connect. To ensure Mercer County remains at the forefront of this holistic approach, in June...
Five Years of Courage: Helping Children Navigate Grief with Hope
When a child experiences death, especially of someone they love, life changes in ways that are difficult to explain and even harder to navigate emotionally. For many children, grief can feel confusing, lonely, and overwhelming. While adults often have established ways...
Ready, Set, Learn: Your Back-to-School Resource Guide for Families and Educators
Mid-summer is the perfect time to kick off back-to-school preparations. Before we know it, students, families, educators, and caregivers will be checking off lists and gathering resources for the transition ahead. August is a great runway to get organized for a...
Grantee Spotlight: Vision 2 Learn
Helping Students See a Brighter Future Since 2023, Buhl Regional Health Foundation (BRHF) has partnered with Vision To Learn (V2L) to ensure students across Mercer County have access to the vision care they need to succeed in school. Through BRHF grants, averaging...
What It Takes For a Community to Thrive
How the 7 Vital Conditions* guide the Buhl Regional Health Foundation’s work and strategies for a healthier Mercer County. When people hear the name Buhl Regional Health Foundation (BRHF), with a focus on health, it's understandable that they think about urgent...
More Than Lyme Disease: What Pennsylvanians Should Know About Tick Safety This Summer
Summer in Pennsylvania means hiking trails, backyard barbecues, sports practices, camping trips, and long days spent outdoors. Unfortunately, it also means tick season! While many people associate ticks with Lyme disease, health experts say there are several...
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