Community Events Grants

The Scranton Area Community Foundation offers Community Events Grants to nonprofit organizations in Lackawanna County. These grants, up to $1,000, support community events that enrich the lives of local residents. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Foundation aims to assist organizations in adapting their services and programs to meet the evolving needs of the community. Applications are evaluated based on community impact, organizational capability, and project sustainability.

NOTE: Letters of Intent (LOIs) for Critical Needs Grants will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis throughout the year.
Scranton Area Community Foundation
Please Note: In this time of COVID-19 pandemic response and recovery, The Scranton Area Community Foundation recognizes that both the degree and the types of need in the communities we serve is unprecedented, and that most charitable organizations are impacted in some way.
We know nonprofits have been working hard at pivoting and reimagining programs and service delivery in the middle of the pandemic. We aim to help nonprofits move their essential work forward during this critical time.
The Scranton Area Community Foundation makes grants to foster good ideas that have the potential to strengthen our community and enrich the lives of the people of Scranton, Lackawanna County, and Northeastern Pennsylvania. The Foundation responds to community needs and opportunities with grants in such diverse fields as health, education, arts, environment, human services, and civic affairs.
Organizations that serve the needs of residents in Lackawanna County are encouraged to keep the Foundation informed of their programs and services and to share their ideas about addressing community needs and opportunities.
A limited number of grants will be available annually to Lackawanna County nonprofit organizations hosting community events. These events must add value to the overall community and enrich the lives of those in our area. These grants will be awarded in amounts up to $1,000.

Eligibility

Grants are awarded to registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations that help to enhance the quality of life in Lackawanna County. Grant applications are evaluated according to specific criteria including community impact, organizational capability, and project feasibility and sustainability.