Make sure to update your calendar, as the January 2027 deadline has been removed from this cycle. You will also find a more streamlined application process since pre-application meetings are now encouraged rather than strictly required. Finally, eligibility requirements have loosened, dropping both the 12-month waiting period for past grantees and the three-year nonprofit status recommendation.
Funder: Erie Community Foundation
Due Dates: May 1, 2026 | July 30, 2026 | October 15, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000 per grant; typically for one-year projects.
Summary: Supports nonprofit initiatives that strengthen health, education, economic growth, and community development in Erie County, PA.