Fund for York County
Funding Amount
Variable (awards have ranged from $4,500 to $140,000)
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Fund for York County
Funder: York County Community Foundation
Status: Active competitive grant program
Geographic Scope: York County, PA
Focus Areas:
Overview: The Fund for York County is the foundation's primary fund for high-impact initiatives supporting community development. It is comprised of nearly 60 funds designated to meet the community's most pressing needs.
- Communities in Schools: $140,000 (multi-year for in-school coordinators)
- York County Libraries (Salem Square workforce development): $100,000 (3-year grant)
- Individual grants ranging from $4,500 to $10,000+ for education, downtown revitalization, and workforce development projects
Recent Grant Examples (2016-2017)
Priority Areas
1. Education: STEM initiatives, literacy, career readiness programs 2. Workforce Development: Job training, apprenticeships, adult education, bilingual employment programs 3. Downtown Revitalization: Community improvements, neighborhood viability- Address: 14 West Market Street, York, PA 17401
- York Office: (717) 848-3733
- Hanover Office: (717) 630-1843
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: www.yccf.org
Contact Information
York County Community FoundationHow to Apply
How to Apply
1. Attend Information Session (strongly recommended)
- Sessions held periodically; contact foundation for current schedule
- Learn about competitive process and requirements
- Opportunity to network with potential collaboration partners
2. Use Online Grant System
- Foundation uses online grant software for applications
- Technology training sessions available
- Access through Grant Reader portal at yccf.org
3. Submit Grant Application
- Complete online application form
- Include required documentation and materials (specific requirements to be confirmed with foundation)
- Applications reviewed for competitiveness and alignment with fund priorities
- Organization background and mission
- Project description and goals
- Budget and funding request
- Alignment with fund priorities
- Evidence of organizational capacity
Required Information
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (717) 848-3733
- Can assist with registration, questions, and technical support
Contact for Application Help
Layla BoyceFocus Areas & Funding Uses
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