The Scranton Area Community Foundation is currently accepting Letters of Intent for the 2024 Community Needs Grants.
Donor Name: Scranton Area Community Foundation
State: Pennsylvania
County: Lackawanna County (PA)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 09/30/2024
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
Nonprofit organizations in Lackawanna County can apply for Community Needs Grants to support projects that address community needs in areas like education, arts, the environment, human services, animal welfare, and civic affairs.
Grant Information
Up to $20,000
Criteria
Grants support 501(c)(3) charitable organizations, schools, and government entities working to improve the lives of people in the Lackawanna County region. Applications will be reviewed by Foundation Leadership and the Grants Distribution Committee.
Evaluation Criteria
Key evaluation criteria include:
- Community Impact: The project should clearly address a specific need and serve a defined population in Lackawanna County. Be sure to show how it will improve quality of life and include measurable outcomes within a set time frame.
- Organizational Capability: Your organization should have a clear mission, a proven track record of success, sound financials, and experienced leadership or staff to ensure the project’s success.
- Project Feasibility & Sustainability: Provide a detailed budget and explain how the project will be completed. Also, identify other sources of funding and plans for future support.
All grants must be used for a charitable purpose and be granted to a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
For more information, visit Scranton Area Community Foundation.
