TFEC Community Impact Grants
The TFEC Community Impact Grants fund science-driven, sustainable projects that improve community well-being in South Central Pennsylvania, with a focus on measurable, lasting results.
Funder: Foundation For Enhancing Communities
Due Dates: August 18, 2026 (Draft review request) | September 1, 2026 (Full application submission)
Funding Amounts: Up to $10,000 per award; typically for 12-month projects.
Summary: Supports nonprofit-led projects in South Central Pennsylvania that drive measurable, sustainable improvements in community well-being and capacity.
Key Information: Projects must serve eligible counties; draft review available up to 2 weeks before deadline.
Description
The Foundation For Enhancing Communities (TFEC) Community Impact Grants support nonprofit organizations working to strengthen communities in South Central Pennsylvania. These grants are designed to build community capacity, create lasting positive change, and address diverse local needs—including education, health, housing stability, mental health, environmental stewardship, and more. The program emphasizes sustainable strategies, measurable outcomes, and equitable benefit to ensure that the impact of funded projects endures beyond the grant period.
Applicants are encouraged to propose initiatives that foster organizational sustainability, leverage partnerships, and demonstrate clear, data-driven solutions to pressing community challenges. Special funding is available for housing stability projects in certain counties, and additional funds may be accessible for projects serving specific communities of focus.
