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Next deadline Fri, Jan 29, 2027Possible fit

Erie Community Foundation Helping Today Grants

Erie Community Foundation Community foundation

Checked on eriecommunityfoundation.org

Award
Up to $50,000
Next date
Next deadline Fri, Jan 29, 2027
Who can apply
Nonprofits
Where
Erie County, PA

Grants for Erie County nonprofits working on key community issues. Projects often include capital purchases and facility improvements, so a nonprofit improving its outdoor play space could apply.

Could a playground win this?

Possible fit Medium confidence

Playgrounds are not named, but the program commonly funds capital purchases and facility improvements. A nonprofit could seek equipment, surfacing or shade for its own grounds.

Projects typically include organizational capacity building, capital purchases, facility improvements and programmatic enhancements.

Based on the funder's words, from eriecommunityfoundation.org (opens in a new tab). This is our read, not the funder's.

How to apply

  1. Confirm your organization is a 501(c)(3) in or serving Erie County, or find a fiscal sponsor.
  2. Read the program details on the Foundation's Helping Today page.
  3. Apply by one of the deadlines: January 29, May 1, July 30 or October 15.

See this grant on eriecommunityfoundation.org (opens in a new tab)

We summarize public information. Always confirm details with the funder before applying.