Passion Grants
Lancaster County Community Foundation's Passion Grants fund impactful projects in human services, environment, arts, inclusion, and early childhood development in Lancaster County, PA.
Funder: Lancaster County Community Foundation
Due Dates: April 8, 2026 (Cycle 1 eligibility screen for feedback) | April 15, 2026 (Cycle 1 draft for feedback) | May 6, 2026 (Cycle 1 final eligibility screen) | May 13, 2026 (Cycle 1 final submission) | June 10, 2026 (Cycle 2 eligibility screen for feedback) | June 17, 2026 (Cycle 2 draft for feedback) | July 8, 2026 (Cycle 2 final eligibility screen) | July 15, 2026 (Cycle 2 final submission)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from $7,500–$37,000 depending on fund; most Passion Grants are $10,000–$37,000; see breakdown by fund and purpose.
Summary: Supports organizations delivering impactful projects in Lancaster County in areas like human services, environment, arts, inclusion, and early childhood development.
Key Information: Eligibility screen is required before application; staff feedback is available for drafts submitted by priority deadlines.
Description
Passion Grants, administered by the Lancaster County Community Foundation, are designed to empower community benefit organizations (CBOs) working in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. These grants fund a broad array of impact areas, including human services, the environment, human rights and inclusion, the arts (performing and visual), early childhood development, and projects specifically in Eastern Lancaster County. Each fund within the Passion Grants portfolio has its own focus and funding range, supporting both established and innovative efforts to foster positive change and address community needs.
