Sunbury
Grants support research and projects advancing children's health, oral health, coronary care, and well-being in the greater Sunbury area, especially for residents of local school districts.
Funder: Community Giving Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (competitive grant application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $200,000–$220,000 total awarded annually; typical grants range from small to significant support for local projects
Summary: Supports charitable organizations and projects improving health and community well-being in the greater Sunbury area, especially for children, oral health, coronary care, and the working poor.
Key Information: Applicants must serve residents of the Shikellamy, Line Mountain, or Selinsgrove School Districts.
Description
Community Giving Foundation: Sunbury provides competitive grants to organizations addressing a wide range of charitable needs in the greater Sunbury area. While originally focused on healthcare following the sale of Sunbury Hospital, the Foundation now supports initiatives in children's health, oral health, coronary care, support for the working poor, and other community priorities. The Foundation encourages local giving and stewardship, helping donors and nonprofits create lasting impact through endowment and project funding. Grantmaking is overseen by a local board, with a strong emphasis on serving the Shikellamy, Line Mountain, and Selinsgrove School Districts.
