[Erie Community Foundation](https://www.eriecommunityfoundation.org)

April 17, 2026 (annual deadline: April 17)

Up to $100,000 per award; single-year funding typical

Supports nonprofit projects that empower women and families in Erie County, PA, aligned with core community impact areas.

--- ## Description The Erie Women’s Fund: Major Grant, administered by the Erie Community Foundation, funds nonprofit organizations working to empower women and families in the Erie region. Projects must address significant needs or opportunities affecting women and families and align with at least one of the Foundation’s core community impact areas: health, education, economic growth, neighborhood and community development, or regional vitality. The grant aims to foster a united, vibrant, and thriving region by supporting initiatives that make a measurable difference in the lives of women and families. --- ## Due Dates - April 17, 2026: Application deadline (annual deadline: April 17) - Previous annual deadlines: April 17 (each year) --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: Up to $100,000 per grant - Funding is typically for a single year --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in Erie County, PA, or demonstrate service to a sizable population within Erie County. - Organizations without 501(c)(3) status may apply with a qualified fiscal sponsor. - Projects must focus on empowering women and families and align with at least one of the Foundation’s impact areas: health, education, economic growth, neighborhood and community development, or regional vitality. - Grants are not issued to individuals, scholarship funds, fundraising events, deficit reduction, endowment campaigns, sectarian religious activities, or to reimburse expenses already incurred. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted through the [Erie Community Foundation online grant portal](https://eriecommunityfoundation.org/grant-opportunities#login). - Review the [Application Process Flow Chart](https://eriecommunityfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/ECF_website_charts_FLOW_CHART-updated.png) for an overview of steps. - Prepare a project proposal that clearly demonstrates impact on women and families and aligns with at least one of the Foundation’s community impact areas. - Follow any Erie Women’s Fund–specific instructions provided by the Foundation. - Only online applications are accepted; faxed, mailed, or in-person submissions will not be considered. --- ## Additional Information - Recent grantees include organizations supporting refugee services, housing, and comprehensive support for women and families. - Final grant reports are required for all funded projects. - Only one application per organization per grant cycle is allowed. --- ## External Links - [Erie Community Foundation Grant Opportunities](https://eriecommunityfoundation.org/grant-opportunities#login) - [Community Impact Areas](https://eriecommunityfoundation.org/community-impact/) - [Application Process Flow Chart](https://eriecommunityfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/ECF_website_charts_FLOW_CHART-updated.png) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Option | Details | |-----------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Main Phone | (814) 454-0843 | | Contact Form | [Contact the Erie Community Foundation](https://www.eriecommunityfoundation.org/contact) | | General Inquiries | Use the contact form or main phone for questions about eligibility or the application. |

Erie Women’s Fund: Major Grant

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