Passion Grants
Forecasted
Passion Grants support community benefit organizations with funding for human services, environmental, inclusion, arts, and early childhood projects to meet needs across Lancaster County.
Funder: Lancaster County Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Eligibility screen for feedback) | April 2027 (Draft for feedback) | May 2027 (Eligibility screen without feedback) | May 2027 (Final application)
Funding Amounts: Fund-specific maximums of $15,000–$37,000; separate historic preservation application up to $117,000 (2026 amounts)
Summary: Supports community benefit organizations addressing human services, environmental, inclusion, arts, early childhood, and Eastern Lancaster County needs.
Key Information: Applicants must have current 501(c)(3) status and an annual audit or independent CPA financial review within the last 12 months.
Description
Passion Grants, administered by the Lancaster County Community Foundation, support community benefit organizations serving Lancaster County residents. Made possible by donors over time, the program funds work in human services, environmental protection, human rights and inclusion, visual and performing arts, and early childhood development. It also includes a fund specifically for community projects in Eastern Lancaster County.
The Foundation’s grantmaking is rooted in its organizational philosophy and values and its commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive opportunities. Through partnerships with local organizations, Passion Grants connect donor-supported resources with projects responding to community needs. Individual funds have distinct purposes, from home health and custodial care to environmental education and programs that fight hate and bigotry.
