2026 Catalyst for Change Grant
The Catalyst for Change Grant funds nonprofit projects in Fayette County, PA that create measurable, lasting community impact through innovative or expanded initiatives.
Funder: Community Foundation of Fayette County
Due Dates: March 15, 2026 (LOI) | April 17, 2026 (Full application, invited only) | July 31, 2027 (Final report)
Funding Amounts: Up to $100,000 per project; one-year funding period starting July 1, 2026.
Summary: Supports bold, high-impact nonprofit projects that address community needs and foster lasting change in Fayette County, PA.
Key Information: Mandatory forum attendance required for all applicants.
Description
The Catalyst for Change Grant, offered by the Community Foundation of Fayette County (CFFC), provides up to $100,000 in funding for nonprofit-led projects that address critical needs and drive meaningful, measurable, and lasting change within Fayette County, Pennsylvania. The grant seeks proposals that go beyond one-time impacts, encouraging new initiatives or expansions of existing efforts with the potential for enduring community benefit. Projects may include collaborative or matching funding elements, though these are not required. The funding period is one year, beginning July 1, 2026, and all applicants must attend a mandatory forum to be eligible.
