Helping Today Grants
Helping Today Grants from Erie Community Foundation fund Erie County nonprofits' science, research, and program improvements in health, education, and community development.
Funder: Erie Community Foundation
Due Dates: May 1, 2026 | July 30, 2026 | October 15, 2026 | January 29, 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000 per grant; funds must be expended within 12 months of award.
Summary: Supports Erie County, PA nonprofits with projects that build capacity, improve infrastructure, or enhance programs in health, education, economic growth, neighborhood development, or regional vitality.
Key Information: Pre-application meeting required; only one application per organization per cycle.
Description
The Helping Today Grants program, offered by the Erie Community Foundation, is designed to strengthen nonprofit organizations serving Erie County, Pennsylvania. This initiative provides flexible funding to support projects in health, education, economic growth, neighborhood and community development, and regional vitality. Grants may be used for organizational capacity building, capital purchases, facility improvements, and programmatic enhancements. The program aims to help nonprofits expand their reach, improve infrastructure, and deliver impactful services aligned with community priorities.
