Community Impact Grant Programs
The Erie Community Foundation funds nonprofit projects in Erie County, PA that advance health, education, economic growth, and community development to foster a thriving region.
Funder: Erie Community Foundation
Due Dates: May 1, 2026 | May 29, 2026 | July 30, 2026 | August 26, 2026 | August 28, 2026 | September 24, 2026 | October 15, 2026 | October 30, 2026 | January 29, 2027 | April 17, 2027
Funding Amounts: Ranges by program: up to $250,000 (Shaping Tomorrow), up to $50,000 (Helping Today), up to $10,000 (Acorn), up to $5,000 (Hovis), up to $2,500 (Sponsorships), up to $100,000 (Erie Women’s Fund Major), approx. $30,000 (Furchak Ferko), approx. $10,000 (LGBT Fund), up to $100,000 (Emerging Erie).
Summary: Supports nonprofit-led projects in Erie County, PA that advance health, education, economic growth, community development, and regional vitality.
Description
The Erie Community Foundation’s Community Impact Grant Programs provide funding to nonprofit organizations addressing critical needs and strategic priorities within Erie County, Pennsylvania. These programs are designed to foster a united, vibrant, and thriving region by supporting projects in the areas of health, education, economic growth, neighborhood and community development, and regional vitality. Funding is available through multiple grant types—each tailored to different organization sizes, project scopes, and community impact objectives.
