Brossman Family Charitable Foundation

Bertha Brossman Blair

This Foundation originated from the Will of Bertha Brossman Blair, in honor of her father and mother, William and Jemima Brossman. William F. Brossman founded the Denver and Ephrata Telephone and Telegraph Company in 1911. Mrs. Blair’s employment with D & E Communications began in 1913 and spanned 72 years until her death in 1985. At the time of her death, she was the President and Chair of the Board. Mrs. Blair was very philanthropic during her life and was passionate about education, the arts, and social services. The Foundation accepts grant request from charities local to Northern Lancaster County.

Before completing the grant application, be sure to have the following documents ready to upload:

  • Grant application cover letter, including a description of the program/project you anticipate undertaking.
  • A copy of your most recent financial statement (preferably audited), along with a copy of your current budget.
  • A copy of your 501 (c) (3) letter from the Internal Revenue Service.

Application deadlines are July 31 and December 31. Decisions will be communicated in the weeks following each of these deadlines.

If you have any questions please call (717) 733-6576, or email WealthSolutions@epnb.com.