Who We Are

Foundation Staff

Our Team

Bruce Campbell

Bruce joined ACAF as executive director in September 2018, succeeding Denis Dahlgren. He has a bachelor’s degree from Houghton College and master’s degree from Kean College (NJ). Before ACAF, Bruce spent 35 years in college admissions, financial aid and alumni relations.

Patty Oliver

Patty Oliver joined ACAF as an administrative assistant in 2002. Since January, 2006, she has been the Foundation’s secretary. Patty helps with a variety of Foundation activities; she is especially involved in the scholarship program and also coordinates our monthly board meetings.

Peter O’Connor

Peter O’Connor of Belmont has served as Foundation treasurer since 2006. Peter is a graduate of Alfred University (B.S. in Accounting), and Ohio University B.F.A. in music). Peter is retired from the Alfred University music faculty but remains an active musician.

Join Us in Making a Difference!

ACAF is excited to announce the addition of a Ralph C. Wilson, Jr Foundation Rural Fellow to our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking to gain hands-on experience in non-profit work while positively impacting Allegany County.   

News and Events

Fall 2025 Grants Update

By Bruce Campbell • October 22, 2025
Allegany County NY non-profits benefit from grant support

ACAF Spring 2025 Grants

By Bruce Campbell • June 30, 2025
Allegany County NY benefits from community foundation grants

ACAF Grants Boost Libraries, Arts, and Wellness Programs

By ACAF • January 8, 2024
(Dec 2023) Alfred and Whitesville libraries, Fountain Arts Center, Allegany County Blind Association, Andover Central School, and Pioneer Oil Museum were awarded grants at the Allegany County Area Foundation’s (ACAF) December meeting. All grants were made through ACAF’s Allegany Fund unless otherwise noted. The Allegany County Blind Association received $500 to provide pre-school amblyopia screenings […] The post ACAF Grants Boost Libraries, Arts, and Wellness Programs appeared first on Allegany County Area Foundation.

Allegany County Area Foundation June Grants Support Archery Program, Scouting, Libraries

By ACAF • November 20, 2023
(June 2023) Scout Troop 733, Genesee and Belfast libraries, and Canaseraga Central School were approved for grants during the Allegany County Area Foundation’s (ACAF) September meeting. Wellsville’s Boy Scout Troop 733 will receive $725 for the purchase of new tents and related items needed for its growing program. Genesee Library was awarded $750 for landscaping […] The post Allegany County Area Foundation June Grants Support Archery Program, Scouting, Libraries appeared first on Allegany County Area Foundation.