Community Foundation of Pennsylvania: Education Grants
What This Grant Funds
Pennsylvania has dozens of community foundations that fund K-12 education initiatives in their local regions. These foundations collect charitable gifts from local donors and distribute grants to schools, nonprofits, and community organizations in their service areas. Education grants from Pennsylvania community foundations can fund STEM programs, coding education, climate literacy, curriculum materials, technology equipment, and teacher professional development. Each foundation sets its own priorities and funding guidelines.
Who Is Eligible in Pennsylvania
K-12 schools, nonprofits, and education organizations located in a community foundation's service area are eligible to apply. Pennsylvania's major community foundations include the Philadelphia Foundation, Pittsburgh Foundation, Community Foundation of Greater Harrisburg, and dozens of county and regional foundations across the state. The Community Foundation Locator can help you identify the right foundation for your geographic area.
Funding Amounts
Grant amounts from Pennsylvania community foundations typically range from $10,000 to $100,000, though smaller and larger awards are possible depending on the foundation. Many foundations offer both competitive grant programs and donor-advised fund grants that can be directed to specific schools or nonprofits.
How Forward Education Products Qualify
Forward Education's STEM and coding products align with the education priorities of most Pennsylvania community foundations. Our physical computing kits and curriculum provide clear, tangible outcomes for students, which community foundation grant reviewers appreciate. Local foundations often prioritize programs that serve students in their specific county or region, so be sure to emphasize the local impact of your program in any application.
How to Apply and Timeline
Application processes vary by foundation. Most Pennsylvania community foundations accept applications annually or bi-annually with published deadlines. Start by identifying the community foundation serving your geographic area, reviewing their current grant guidelines, and contacting a program officer to discuss your project before applying. Local community foundations are generally more accessible to first-time applicants than national foundations.
Use the Community Foundation Locator to find the right foundation for your region of Pennsylvania.
