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Grants and Scholarships

We know that CBOs (Community Benefit Organizations) have unparalleled knowledge and experience working with Lancaster residents and addressing the needs of our community. Your work inspires us and brings essential support to residents across our community. 

Rooted in our organizational philosophy and values, the Community Foundation remains committed to cultivating a culture of equitable and inclusive opportunities in Lancaster County and we hope to partner with you. Grant opportunities for 2022 will be announced in March. 

Applications for the 2022-2023 school year are now open, deadline to apply is January 31, 2022 at 3 pm CT. Custom scholarships have separate deadlines and are managed by the individual schools. Looking for even more resources? Browse our community resources and scholarships section and apply to scholarships below.

View our 2021 Grant Guide

2021 GUÍA DE OPORTUNIDADES Y RECURSOS

Eligibility Requirements

Before starting an application for any grant, review our general eligibility requirements.

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Grant Portal

Apply to new grants or manage any of your current grant programs.

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Application Process and Timeline

Read about our application process and see our full application timeline.

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Grant Information Sessions

Sign up for upcoming grant information sessions and see recordings of past webinars to learn more about each grant program.

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our grant opportunities:

Big Idea Grants

Emboldening strategies to shape the future of Lancaster County

CBO & Business Partnership

Supports substantial and strategic private sector/CBO partnerships that will achieve positive social and environmental impact on Lancaster County’s residents and communities.
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The Clean Water Fund

This fund will enable local partners to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of those projects using technology, cultural sensitivity, and science-based practices that will get our streams to clean and clear in a generation. 
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Partnership Program

Supports organizations in the process of forming a merger.
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CBO Fuel Grants

CBO Fuel grants encourage community benefit organizations to invest in self-examination and growth, increasing their impact and effectiveness in Lancaster.

CBO Equity & Inclusion

CBOs will join a 9-month learning journey embedding equity practices that encourage collective reflection and transformational change.
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Baldwin Leadership Program

This program supports the personal leadership development of individuals in Lancaster County.
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CBO Capacity Building

The grant supports capacity building work designed to help fulfill an organization’s mission.
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Passion Grants

These funds support projects that turn love of community into lasting change.

 

Passion Grants

These grants improve our county in a number of ways, through supporting programming in a broad range of focus areas.
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John J. Snyder Fund

The John J. Snyder, Jr. Fund for Historic Preservation is a distinct fund of our Passion Grants. It provides for the restoration, maintenance, and repair of historical structures in Lancaster and Cumberland counties.
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Scholarships

Our scholarships connect generous donors with enterprising students. We offer both general scholarships and school-specific scholarships.

General scholarship applications for the 2022-2023 school year will open November 1st. School-specific scholarships are managed by the individual schools and have different deadlines.

General Scholarships

Scholarship applications for the 2022-2023 school year will open November 1st.
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School-Specific Scholarships

Click for details on which schools offer scholarship opportunities.
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Community Resources and Scholarships for Students

In an effort to expand our resources for students, we have compiled a list of community resources and scholarships available for Lancaster County students. Browse the list to see if one of these programs might be right for you.
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More ways to expand impact

The Community Foundation is committed to supporting our community benefit sector through more than just grant dollars. We’re proud to provide opportunities for continued development and long-term sustainability.

LEAP Sessions

Join us for our 2021 LEAP Sessions: a slate of exciting and free capacity-building opportunities for you and your organization!

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CBO Sustainability

Build a sustainable source of income for your organization forever.

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