The 9th Annual Shenecoy Sportsmen Clay Shoot to benefit BPF was held on September 12, 2026. This wonderful event raised an incredible $1,300.00 to support our Huntingdon County cancer warriors! Participants were invited to the 15-station course to shoot clay, skeet, or trap. Thank you to Rickey Himes, Erica Blair, the Shenecoy Sportsmen Club and the entire Huntingdon County Core Group of BPF volunteers for organizing this great event!

Penn State Coaches vs. Cancer and the American Cancer Society held their 17th Annual Reverse Car Drawing on September 10, 2026 at Brass 16823 in Bellefonte. Attendees enjoyed world-class food provided by Catering with Style, entertainment, great company, and the thrill of winning a new car! The winner took home a brand-new Race Red 2026 Ford Mustang Convertible. We are so grateful for our special relationship with Penn State CvC and the American Cancer Society, and are so pro

Earlier this year, the Bob Perks Fund was incredibly thrilled to receive a donation from Penn State Coaches vs. Cancer and the American Cancer Society in the amount of $97,991.62. This remarkably generous award will make a direct, sizeable impact in the lives of our friends and neighbors battling cancer. These funds provide a lifeline to our local cancer patients at a time when they so desperately need it. Our namesake, Bob Perks, was a founding member of the Penn State c

On August 13, 2026, Kish Bank held their 2nd Annual "Empty the Vault" Reverse Drawing, as part of this year's Kish for the Cure campaign. Attendees gathered at General Potter Farm and enjoyed a thrilling evening of food, drinks, entertainment, and additional prize opportunities. One lucky winner even took home a $10,000 grand prize! As a beneficiary of the Kish for the Cure campaign, we are very grateful to Kish Bank and to all those who attended this fantastic event. We are

On August 11, 2026, DuBois Rotary Club President Scott Frano presented Bob Perks Fund with a check in the amount of $400.00 from proceeds their annual DuBois Rotary Radio Auction. This grant will support Clearfield County cancer patients with gas and grocery gift cards, helping to ensure that they can put gas in their car and put food on their table. We greatly appreciate the DuBois Rotary's continued support, and the opportunity to share information about the Bob Perks Fund'

This year's annual yard sale to benefit Bob Perks Fund was held on July 10 & 11, 2026 at St. Catherine's Catholic Church in Mount Union. Church parishioners and community members from all over Huntingdon County donated items, baked goods, and time to help support the sale. This incredible sale raised more than $10,000 to support those battling cancer in Huntingdon County. This is a record-breaking amount in the history of the sale! Over the last 7 years, this sale has raised

Recently, the Central Pennsylvania Community Foundation provided the Bob Perks Fund with a grant in the amount of $1,500.00. This generous grant will help provide cancer warriors living in Altoona with gas and grocery gift cards as they navigate their cancer journeys. Thank you to the Central Pennsylvania Community Foundation for all of the fantastic work you do in our local communities!

The 13th Annual Mikey's Old School Ride was held on June 13, 2026, beginning at the Clearfield American Legion. Folks from all over the area dug out their antique and older model bikes for a beautiful day of riding. This year's event raised $1,053.72 to benefit Clearfield County cancer patients through Bob Perks Fund. Mikey's Old School Ride is held each year in honor of Michael, Chris, and Buddha Lanich. Thank you to the Clearfield American Legion Riders Post 6 for organizin

On June 13, 2026, the Huntingdon County Core Group of BPF volunteers held their annual fundraising event at the Captain Jack Lions Club in Mill Creek. This year’s event raised an incredible $9,991.00 to support our friends and neighbors battling cancer in Huntingdon County. The theme for this year was “Together We Are Stronger.” Attendees were invited to place flowers in the garden of care, either in honor of a cancer survivor or in memory of a loved one who has passed away.

The 29th Annual Coaches vs. Cancer of Penn State Golf Tournament teed off on May 29, 2026 at the Penn State Golf Courses. This exciting event brought together hundreds of golfers from around the area to unite in support of a great cause. Thank you to Penn State Coaches vs. Cancer and the American Cancer Society for your steadfast support of our local cancer community as cherished BPF Strategic Partners!

The Annual BBQ Bonanza event was held on May 15 & 16, 2026 at the Huntingdon County Fairgrounds. An incredible $55,000 was raised this year to benefit Huntingdon County United Way and RAISEtown Care Connect. We are proud to be a partner agency of Huntingdon County United Way, and are so grateful to call them a BPF Strategic Partner. Thank you to all the organizers, committee members, and volunteers who make this event possible!

On May 11, 2026, Spitzer Subaru of DuBois and Subaru of America presented BPF representatives with a check in the amount of $10,690 from Subaru’s annual Share the Love campaign. This generous donation will help Clearfield County cancer patients pay their bills, so that they can focus on their treatment and recovery. Bob Perks Fund is extremely proud to serve as Spitzer Subaru’s hometown charity for the Share the Love campaign each year. We are also very grateful for our speci

On May 9, 2026, Bob Perks Fund of Mifflin County held their 1st annual Mifflin County Cancer Rally at Kish Park in Lewistown. Attendees were invited to purchase “stars” in honor of a cancer survivor, or in memory of a loved one lost to cancer. In addition, there was food, live music, 50/50, raffles, and more! This incredible event raised $2,127.00 to benefit Mifflin County cancer patients. Thank you to the planning committee, all volunteers (including Kish Bank’s Kish CATS),

Thank you to everyone who supported Bob Perks Fund during this year’s Centre Gives! This year’s 36-hour online giving event, held by the Centre Foundation, took place on May 6 & 7, 2026. Thanks to your generosity, our organization raised a total of $24,246.00 to support our local cancer warriors! Special thanks to Blake and Linda Gall for their “Match the Match” pledge, which helped your donated dollars stretch even further.

Recently, UPMC Altoona provided Bob Perks Fund with an annual grant award in the amount of $35,000. This incredibly generous donation will make a direct impact in the lives of our friends and neighbors battling cancer and will help ensure that they can focus on getting well, without worrying about paying their bills. As one of our most trusted referral sources, a BPF Special Events Partner, AND a cherished BPF Strategic Partner, UPMC Altoona is absolutely crucial to the long-

The first-ever Mark Kumpf “Iron Man” Memorial Golf Tournament was held on May 2, 2026 at the Mount Union Country Club. The tournament was organized by Huntingdon County United Way, with funds designated to support Bob Perks Fund. In addition to the golfing fun, attendees enjoyed games and contests, live music from Brandon Deamer and Ryan Russler, and fireworks at dark. As a BPF Strategic Partner, Huntingdon County United Way is integral to the long-term success of our organiz

On May 2, 2026, the American Cancer Society held their annual Race Day Soiree at the General Potter Farm in Spring Mills. This year’s event included a live viewing of the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby, live music, activities, and amazing food and drinks. We are very proud to call the American Cancer Society and Penn State Coaches vs. Cancer as some of our most cherished BPF Strategic Partners.

The United Way of Mifflin Juniata held their 5th annual Golf United Classic on May 1, 2026 at Lewistown Country Club. Golfers from all over the region came out to enjoy a beautiful day of golf and to support local agencies through United Way. Attendees were also treated to a delicious lunch and played fun games throughout the course. We are so lucky to be a Partner Agency of UWMJ and to call them a BPF Strategic Partner.

Kish Bank hosted their ninth annual Kish Celebrates Community event on April 27, 2026 at The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center. BPF representatives were thrilled to attend. The event celebrates the people and organizations strengthening the region and affirms Kish’s commitment to investing time, talent, and resources in the communities it serves. Penn State Football Coach Matt Campbell served as the keynote speaker. Kish also celebrated the growth and impact of Kish for

THANK YOU to the Huntingdon Holiday Bowl for holding their annual bowling tournament to benefit Bob Perks Fund! This year’s tournament was held on April 26, 2026, and raised an awesome $582 to benefit Huntingdon County cancer patients. We are truly grateful for your generosity and great support of our friends and neighbors battling cancer.