Passion Grants
Lancaster County Community Foundation Passion Grants support impactful projects in human services, environment, arts, inclusion, early childhood, and local needs to foster positive community change in Lancaster County, PA.
Funder: Lancaster County Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2026 (Cycle 2 full application) | April 2027 (Cycle 1 eligibility & draft) | May 2027 (Cycle 1 full application) | June 2027 (Cycle 2 eligibility & draft)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from $7,500–$37,000 by focus area; see section below for details.
Summary: Supports impactful projects in Lancaster County across human services, environment, arts, inclusion, early childhood, and local community needs.
Key Information: All deadlines are projected; confirm details on the program page before applying.
Description
Passion Grants, administered by the Lancaster County Community Foundation, provide funding to support a diverse array of community benefit projects in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The grants are made possible by donors and are designed to empower organizations working in human services, the environment, human rights and inclusion, the arts, early childhood development, and projects specific to Eastern Lancaster County. Each focus area is supported by dedicated funds with specific priorities. The program aims to foster positive, lasting change by enabling local organizations to address diverse community needs and opportunities.
