Passion Grants
Lancaster County Community Foundation's Passion Grants support research and community projects in human services, environment, arts, early childhood, inclusion, and historic preservation in Lancaster County, PA.
Funder: Lancaster County Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027: Eligibility screen deadline (to receive staff feedback) | April 2027: Draft application submission deadline (to receive staff feedback) | May 2027: Staff will provide feedback on draft applications | May 2027: Full application submission deadline (no pre-submission feedback path)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards: $7,500–$37,000 (most funds); up to $117,000 (John J. Snyder Fund, separate application); one-year grants
Summary: Supports diverse community initiatives in Lancaster County across human services, environment, arts, inclusion, early childhood, and more.
Key Information: Only 501(c)(3) organizations serving Lancaster County are eligible; strong compliance requirements apply.
Description
Passion Grants, administered by the Lancaster County Community Foundation, provide support for a broad spectrum of community benefit projects in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The program funds initiatives in human services, environmental protection, arts (visual and performing), early childhood development, human rights and inclusion, and projects specific to Eastern Lancaster County. Each grant cycle offers targeted funds with specific focus areas and award ranges. The John J. Snyder Fund for historic preservation is managed separately with its own application process.
These grants are designed to empower organizations addressing key community needs and to foster positive, lasting change throughout the county.
