The Martin M. Sacks Memorial Fund Grant supports innovative, measurable programs for disadvantaged youth and families in south central Pennsylvania, with an emphasis on collaborative community impact.
Funder: Foundation For Enhancing Communities
Due Dates: June 1, 2026 (Application opens) | September 1, 2026 (Submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000 per award; most recent cycle awarded $9,600 total to 12 organizations; 1-year project period.
Summary: Supports nonprofits in south central Pennsylvania delivering innovative programs for disadvantaged youth and families.
Key Information: 501(c)(3) status and service to Cumberland, Dauphin, or Perry Counties required; preference for Harrisburg-area projects.
This grant, administered by the Foundation For Enhancing Communities, honors Martin M. Sacks by supporting nonprofit organizations that deliver innovative, measurable programs to disadvantaged and underserved youth and families in south central Pennsylvania. The program encourages collaborative efforts to address key needs—such as counseling, health, after-school activities, and support for at-risk children—especially in Harrisburg and surrounding areas. Projects should empower communities, avoid duplicating existing services, and demonstrate clear, achievable outcomes.