Community Impact Grant Programs
Erie Community Foundation grants fund research-driven projects in health, education, economic growth, and community development to advance Erie County’s regional vitality.
Funder: Erie Community Foundation
Due Dates: May 1, 2026 | May 28, 2026 | May 29, 2026 | June 17, 2026 | July 30, 2026 | July 30, 2026 | July 30, 2026 | July 30, 2026 | July 30, 2026 | August 26, 2026 | August 28, 2026 | September 24, 2026 | October 15, 2026 | October 15, 2026 | October 15, 2026 | October 15, 2026 | October 30, 2026 | January 29, 2027 | January 29, 2027 | January 29, 2027 | January 29, 2027 | February 26, 2027 | March 26, 2027 | April 17, 2027 | April 30, 2027
Funding Amounts: Award sizes vary by program: up to $250,000 (Shaping Tomorrow), up to $50,000 (Helping Today), up to $10,000 (Acorn), up to $15,000 (Urgent), up to $5,000 (Hovis), up to $2,500 (Sponsorships), up to $100,000 (Erie Women’s Fund Major), and others.
Summary: Supports nonprofit initiatives in Erie County advancing health, education, economic growth, neighborhood development, and regional vitality.
Key Information: Some grants (e.g., Acorn, Transformational) are by invitation only; eligibility and deadlines vary by grant type.
Description
The Erie Community Foundation’s Community Impact Grant Programs fund a wide range of initiatives in Erie County, Pennsylvania, with the goal of building a united, vibrant, and thriving region. Funding is available for projects and organizations working in health, education, economic growth, neighborhood and community development, and regional vitality. The Foundation offers multiple grant programs, each targeting different types of organizations and project scopes, from emerging nonprofits to major collaborative efforts. Some programs are open to general applications, while others are by invitation only.
