Elsie Skvir Ganister Foundation Fund
Supports impactful projects advancing the Orthodox Church in America’s mission or addressing community health needs in Lycoming County, prioritizing innovative, high-impact, and sustainable initiatives.
Funder: First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania
Due Dates: June 30, 2026 (Application deadline, annual)
Funding Amounts: Awards up to $5,000 per project; total available funding $32,500 annually.
Summary: Supports projects advancing the Orthodox Church in America’s mission and community health services in Lycoming County, with an emphasis on catalytic, impactful initiatives.
Key Information: Requests are by invitation only; applicants must be 501(c)(3) public charities or use a qualified fiscal sponsor.
Description
The Elsie Skvir Ganister Foundation Fund provides financial support to projects that preserve and advance the teaching, mission, and ministry of the Orthodox Church in America and its related institutions. The fund also addresses community health needs in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, particularly for those unable to pay for services or individuals with disabilities. Preference is given to proposals that leverage additional funding, use volunteers or in-kind support, and align closely with the church’s teachings. Grants are intended to catalyze new initiatives that have the potential for significant impact, rather than to support ongoing operations or endowments.
