Increasing access to affordable housing is one of the most cost-effective ways to also increase access to healthcare, food, and education, while reducing childhood poverty and bolstering an entire community’s economic growth and racial equity.
Join your fellow community changemakers for an online event to learn about this year's grants and opportunities.
We are delighted to announce that four members of the Community Foundation team have been invited to share their expertise with organizations beyond the borders of Lancaster County, and bring back new ideas and practices to our own community.
As a legacy-building organization, we have observed a common theme through the decades; working together despite our differences has been one of the keys to our community’s enduring success.
A total of $274,000 was awarded to seven local organizations that impact Lancaster County through farm preservation, nature conservation, alternative approaches to energy, wildlife rehabilitation, and more.
$274,000 was awarded to eight local organizations that impact Lancaster County through equitable access to quality childcare, trade skill building, nurturing emerging leaders, historically accurate teaching exhibits, and more.
The Lancaster Equity Council, in partnership with the Lancaster County Community Foundation, proudly announces the selection of the 2024 Equity Partners. All grants, totaling over $50,000, are aimed at empowering local Black, Brown, Indigenous, and Immigrant (BIPOC) leaders whose inspiring projects are set to create meaningful impact within Lancaster County. Alongside the grant announcements, the Equity Council is launching its 2024 cohort, further advancing efforts to foster equity and inclusion throughout the community.
We are honored to share that $214,950 in passion grants have been awarded to help fund a wide variety of projects.
Announcing Scholarship Awards for 2024-2025!
The LGBTQ+ Giving Circle announces $100,000 in grants that will support and celebrate LGBTQ+ Lancastrians.
