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Community Funds

The Community Foundation gives you a way to put your passions into action. We connect you to a wide spectrum of local community benefit organizations and help you make a long-term impact on the issues that matter to you. Learn more about Forever Lancaster, browse our community funds below, or get inspired by local stories of giving.

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Mayor J. Richard and Gail Gray Fund

Join the Executive Staff of Mayor Gray’s Administration in celebrating Mayor Rick and Gail Gray’s legacy of arts and arts advocacy. This fund will support the sustainability of the arts in Lancaster by exploring and promoting the nature, value and significance of arts in and for our community.

Mental Health America Endowment Fund

This fund will be used to support the education and advocacy programs of MHALC, a volunteer-driven agency dedicated to improving the lives of persons with mental and emotional illnesses, working to prevent these illnesses and promoting mental well-being for all through support, friendship matches, peer advocate & educational services.

Milagro House

Funds in the Milagro House Education Endowment will be used exclusively to further the education of the residents of Milagro House. This may include but not be limited to purchasing books and other teaching supplies for the on-site GED and enrichment program, GED test fees, scholarships for qualified residents to attend post-secondary programs, certification or registration fees for educational testing, teacher salary, and cost for driving instruction.

Millhouse Legacy Fund

Millhouse Legacy Fund

This fund will benefit organizations and causes important to four sisters: Joni Hauck, Judy Wissler, Jeanne Millhouse, and Jackie Wilson. 

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MTHS Class of 1981 Exceptional Lifelong Learner Award

Honor Manheim Township High School non-traditional learners and those with challenges.

New Holland Band Foundation Fund

This fund is used for preserving live music performances by the New Holland Band. The funds will be used to supplement or pay the cost of live music concerts for the cultural and educational benefit of our community.

North Museum Heritage Fund

This fund is for the general operational support of the North Museum of Natural History & Science. The North Museum is a resource to the community, preserving and protecting over 360,000 objects and artifacts that focus on the natural heritage of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.

Occupational Development Center Fund

This fund supports the Occupational Developmental Center, which provides high-quality and cost-effective nonprofit vocational training and employment opportunities for Lancaster County adults with developmental disabilities.

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Other Supporting Funds

View other funds that support a variety of different community benefit organizations.

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Parish Resource Center Church Renewal Initiative

The proceeds of this fund will be used to support programs that encourage innovation in the Lancaster church community.

Pennsylvania Farm Link Endowment Fund

This fund supports the charitable and educational purposes of the PA Farm Link, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the mission of creating farming opportunities for the next generation.

Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen

This fund provides ongoing support and stability toward educational and arts enrichment programming. The Guild’s Three Tier Craft Education program features ongoing workshops and other opportunities for emerging artists, established professionals and the craft collector or enthusiast who loves and supports their fine work.

Philhaven Endowment Fund

This fund helps to sustain Philhaven’s ability to provide behavioral healthcare resources in the communities it serves. These resources include services to clients who cannot otherwise afford them, prevention and educational resources for clients and the general public, start-up funds for new initiatives, and staffing or materials that add value to current services and resources.

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Polite Family Community Association

Your support helps mentor, coach, and foster community service and education for generations.

Reimagining Our Community (ROC) Giving Circle

The Reimagining Our Community (ROC) Giving Circle is a way for the community to support BIPOC small business resources through collective philanthropy.

Residents of Moravian Manor Communities Education Award

Residents of Moravian Manor Communities Education Award

The Residents of Moravian Manor Communities Education Award was established to provide an annual award to a graduating senior from Warwick High School.