LCF: Open Door Grants

The Lincoln Community Foundation's Open Door Grants offer year-round support for nonprofit organizations in Lancaster County. These grants provide flexible funding for operations, programs, and capital projects across various sectors, including arts, education, and health services. Applicants must be 501c3 organizations operating within the county and demonstrate a commitment to community impact and equity. This initiative aims to foster a prosperous and inclusive community by addressing essential needs and opportunities.

NOTE: Applications will be accepted throughout the year and reviewed monthly. The door is always open; no more grant cycles!
Open Door Grants provide flexible operating and program grants to support compelling needs and opportunitites to Lancaster County nonprofit partners. Lincoln Community Foundation recognizes the valued role these partners play in an economically and socially prosperous and thriving community.
Grants may be applied to operations, programs or capital projects and will include (but are not limited to) areas of arts and culture, community improvement, education and youth, environment and animals, and health and human services.
Applicants will be evaluated based on the following framework:

• Community Impact

Is the nonprofit's work contributing to a socially and economically prosperous Lincoln/Lancaster County for all residents, and does it address a clear and compelling need/opportunity?
Equity and Inclusion
Is the nonprofit proactively and intentionally working with historically marginalized communities and populations to ensure equitable opportunities to realize economic and social prosperity?
Organization Size and Financial Stability
Does the nonprofit manage resources efficiently?
Reputation
Does the nonprofit have a reputation for impact and ethical standards in the community?

Eligibility

Nonprofits must be a 501c3 public charity or other organizations recognized by the IRS as those that may receive tax-deductible gifts.They also must be located or provide services in Lincoln/Lancaster County.

Ineligibility

LCF will not grant to organizations that discriminate as to race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, creed or ethnic group.Applications will not be considered for religious or political purposes.