Emerging Erie Fund Grant
Funding Amount
US $100,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Emerging Erie Fund Grant
Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Erie Community Foundation
Amount: US $100,000
Last Updated: May 08, 2025
Summary
The Emerging Erie Fund, established by The Erie Community Foundation, aims to support local initiatives that enhance the Erie community. This grant encourages innovative project proposals focusing on workforce development and creating safe neighborhoods. With a commitment of $100,000 available, eligible applicants include Erie County 501(c)3 nonprofits with project budgets of $2.5 million or less. Projects must primarily serve Erie and demonstrate community impact within 18 months of funding.Overview
Emerging Erie Fund The Emerging Erie Fund, a field of interest fund of The Erie Community Foundation, was created to champion local initiatives that will significantly benefit the Erie community both now and in the future. As part of our mission, we are issuing this ‘Request for Proposals’ to solicit innovative and ambitious project ideas. Grantmaking Areas People -Providing training and/or career support for Erie community members striving to access living wage jobsPlaces -Creating safe and healthy neighborhoods, homes, and public spaces that strengthen community connections Funding The Emerging Erie Fund has committed to awarding a single $100,000 grant for this cycle. Applicants should request the full $100,000, and all awarded funds must be spent within 18 months of receiving the grant.Eligibility
You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Any Erie County 501(c)3 nonprofit with a project that is primarily serving the city of Erie and that has a total project budget of $2,500,000 or less.Project Scope: Must serve the city of Erie.Ineligibility
For-profit organizations, sectarian religious activities, fundraising-only projects, and hospitality-focused initiatives are not eligible.Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
nonprofitsworkforce-developmentcommunity-developmentcommunity-services
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