Transformational Grants
Erie Community Foundation's Transformational Grants fund collaborative, innovative projects that create lasting, positive change in health, education, economic growth, and community development in Erie County, PA.
Funder: Erie Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Transformational Grants, by invitation only)
Funding Amounts: More than $250,000 per award; typically one-time, large-scale funding for collaborative programs.
Summary: Supports collaborative, high-impact programs that create meaningful, sustainable change in Erie County communities.
Key Information: Application is by invitation only; intended for transformative, multi-partner initiatives.
Description
Transformational Grants from the Erie Community Foundation are designed to support collaborative initiatives that result in significant, positive, and lasting change for the people served in Erie County, Pennsylvania. These grants focus on fostering partnerships, innovative approaches, and sustainable solutions to address complex regional challenges. The program seeks proposals that can demonstrate meaningful impact in areas such as health, education, economic growth, neighborhood and community development, and regional vitality.
