Transformational Grants
The Erie Community Foundation’s Transformational Grants fund innovative, collaborative projects with measurable, lasting impact on health, education, and regional development in Erie County, PA.
Funder: Erie Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026: Transformational Grants application deadline (by invitation only) (projected)
Funding Amounts: More than $250,000 per award; large-scale, multi-year funding for collaborative initiatives.
Summary: Supports collaborative, high-impact projects addressing significant community needs in Erie County, PA, aligned with the Foundation’s vision for regional transformation.
Key Information: Application is by invitation only; eligibility restricted to nonprofits serving Erie County.
Description
Transformational Grants from the Erie Community Foundation are designed to fund collaborative initiatives that create significant, lasting change in Erie County, Pennsylvania. These grants target projects that address major community-identified needs and align with the Foundation’s strategic vision for a united, vibrant, and thriving region. Funded projects are expected to demonstrate innovation, strong partnerships, and measurable, sustainable impact across areas such as health, education, economic growth, neighborhood and community development, and regional vitality.
