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THE HAPPY VALLEY ADVENTURE BUREAU
Pub 78

THE HAPPY VALLEY ADVENTURE BUREAU
Pub 78

State College, PA, US
501(c)
EIN
25-1286646
Regional Funder
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THE HAPPY VALLEY ADVENTURE BUREAU
Pub 78

State College, PA, US
501(c)
EIN
25-1286646
Regional Funder

Overview

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Est.

1963

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

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The Centre County Lion Country Visitors Convention Bureau is a 501(c)(6) organization that focuses its grantmaking efforts primarily in Pennsylvania, with additional funding in New Jersey and New York. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and makes grants solely by invitation, emphasizing a relationship-based engagement approach. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

PROMOTE CENTRE COUNTY AS A PLACE FOR SPORTING EVENTS, VACATIONS AND CONVENTIONS.
Total Funding Given

$1M

2024
Grantees funded
63
Multi-year grantees
78%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

53

Median 1st year grant
$6K
Median 2nd year grant
$6K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
F
Frederick Smith
Board Member
J
Jeff Bower
Board Member
S
Stephanie Peters
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE HAPPY VALLEY ADVENTURE BUREAU?
No. THE HAPPY VALLEY ADVENTURE BUREAU does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE HAPPY VALLEY ADVENTURE BUREAU give?
THE HAPPY VALLEY ADVENTURE BUREAU primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE HAPPY VALLEY ADVENTURE BUREAU’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE HAPPY VALLEY ADVENTURE BUREAU fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $6,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE HAPPY VALLEY ADVENTURE BUREAU make each year?
In 2024, THE HAPPY VALLEY ADVENTURE BUREAU awarded about 50 grants, totaling nearly $1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE HAPPY VALLEY ADVENTURE BUREAU fund recently?
In 2025, THE HAPPY VALLEY ADVENTURE BUREAU awarded grants to about 60 grantees. Recent grantees include THE PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY, HISTORIC BELLEFONTE INC, and CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE HAPPY VALLEY ADVENTURE BUREAU?
THE HAPPY VALLEY ADVENTURE BUREAU does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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