Passion Grants
Lancaster County Community Foundation Passion Grants fund innovative projects in human services, environment, arts, inclusion, and early childhood development to benefit Lancaster County, PA.
Funder: Lancaster County Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027: Eligibility screen deadline (requesting feedback) | April 2027: Draft application deadline (requesting feedback) | May 2027: Staff feedback provided | May 2027: Eligibility screen deadline (not requesting feedback) | May 2027: Final full application deadline
Funding Amounts: Most awards $7,500–$37,000; some funds up to $117,000; typically 1-year grants.
Summary: Supports diverse, community-benefit projects in Lancaster County across human services, environment, arts, inclusion, early childhood, and more.
Description
Passion Grants from the Lancaster County Community Foundation fund a wide variety of projects and initiatives that benefit Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Supported areas include human services, environmental protection, human rights and inclusion, performing and visual arts, early childhood development, and projects focused on Eastern Lancaster County. These grants are made possible through multiple donor-advised and field-of-interest funds, each with specific focuses and award ranges. The program is designed to empower innovative, high-impact projects that address local needs and foster a vibrant, equitable community.
