[Lancaster County Community Foundation](https://www.lancfound.org)

May 1, 2026 (Application deadline)

$5,000 per award; one-time grants for Lancaster City small businesses

Supports Lancaster City small businesses with funding for improvements, expansions, and innovative projects to foster local economic vitality.

For-profit small businesses in Lancaster City are eligible; confirm specific requirements on the program page.

--- ## Description The Fig Tree grant program, offered in partnership with the Lancaster County Community Foundation, provides $5,000 grants to small business owners in Lancaster City, Pennsylvania. The program is designed to help local businesses improve their operations, expand products or services, and implement innovative ideas that contribute to the city's economic growth and vibrancy. By supporting entrepreneurial innovation and creative business development, The Fig Tree aims to ensure Lancaster City remains a thriving hub for small business activity. --- ## Due Dates - May 1, 2026: Application deadline (The Fig Tree grant — $5,000 grants to Lancaster City small businesses) --- ## Funding Amount - Each grant award is $5,000. - Funding is one-time and non-renewable. - Grants are intended to support business improvements, expansions, or new, innovative projects. --- ## Eligibility - Open to **small business owners** whose businesses are located in or directly benefit Lancaster City, PA. - For-profit businesses are eligible (unlike most Community Foundation grants, which typically focus on nonprofits). - Projects should involve business improvements, expansion, or innovation. - Applicants must meet the Foundation’s general eligibility standards, which include: - Serving Lancaster County residents without discrimination - Being in good standing with the Foundation and other legal/financial requirements (see [eligibility requirements](https://www.lancfound.org/eligibility-requirements/)) - Confirm any additional or specific eligibility criteria on [The Fig Tree program page](https://www.lancfound.org/grant/the-fig-tree/). --- ## Application Process - Review the general eligibility requirements: [Eligibility Requirements](https://www.lancfound.org/eligibility-requirements/) - Visit [The Fig Tree program page](https://www.lancfound.org/grant/the-fig-tree/) for current instructions and application forms. - Applications are typically submitted via the Foundation’s [online grant portal](https://www.lancfound.org/online-grant-portal/), but partnership grants may use an alternate process—always confirm on the program page. - Attend virtual office hours or info sessions for guidance: - [Info Sessions & Office Hours](https://www.lancfound.org/info-sessions-and-office-hours/) - For technical support with the grant portal, see the [Applicant Tutorial](https://support.foundant.com/hc/en-us/articles/4479853059991-GLM-Applicant-Tutorial). --- ## Additional Information - The Fig Tree is a donor-advised partnership grant and operates on its own schedule, separate from the Foundation’s main grant cycles. - Recipients are encouraged to share their impact stories using Foundation media guidelines: [Media Resources](https://www.lancfound.org/media-resources/) - For details on past recipients and impact, see the [Grant History Timeline](https://www.lancfound.org/grant-history-timeline/). --- ## External Links - [The Fig Tree Program Page](https://www.lancfound.org/grant/the-fig-tree/) - [Lancaster County Community Foundation Grants Overview](https://www.lancfound.org/grants/) - [Eligibility Requirements](https://www.lancfound.org/eligibility-requirements/) - [Online Grant Portal](https://www.lancfound.org/online-grant-portal/) - [The Fig Tree at Fig Lancaster](http://figlancaster.com/the-fig-tree) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | Phone | |----------------------|---------------------------|-------------------------------------|-----------------| | Lancaster County Community Foundation | Main Office | [Contact Form](https://www.lancfound.org/contact/) | (717) 397-1629 | | Dave Koser | Director of Programs | [dkoser@lancfound.org](mailto:dkoser@lancfound.org) | ext. 112 | | Merritt Gohn | Fig Industries, Studio Admin | [merritt@figindustries.com](mailto:merritt@figindustries.com) | 717-394-7737 | ---

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