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For Nonprofits | Centre Foundation Competitive grant opportunities support a wide array of interest areas and are supported by donor-led granting programs like Centre Gives and Giving Circle, as well as grants through field-of-interest funds and more. Ready to apply for a grant? Learn more about our various opportunities below.
Centre Gives Participation Application Centre Gives is Centre Foundation’s annual 36-hour online giving event, designed to encourage community giving and to support the great work of local nonprofits.
Funding Area: All Funding Areas Creative Sector Flex Fund Grant The Creative Sector Flex Fund supports arts organizations and arts programs in Centre, Clearfield, Clinton, and Huntingdon County that have average annual revenues between $10,000 – $200,000.
On behalf of Pennsylvania Creative Industries, powered by Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, please see the following update regarding changes to the availability of the Creative Sector Flex Fund in this region, which includes Centre, Clearfield, Clinton and Huntingdon Counties. Funding Area: Arts & Culture Centre Foundation’s Giving Circle supports dynamic community projects and programs in Centre County.
The group meets at an annual reception to vote on which of three finalist organizations will receive a $10,000+ grant. 501(c)(3) charitable organizations looking to fund dynamic projects in Centre County are encouraged. Funding Area: All Funding Areas Close Date: August 20, 2026 Centre Foundation’s Field-of-Interest funds each support a particular cause, population, or geographic area.
Focus areas include health, social services, education, arts & culture, animal welfare, and more. 501(c)(3) charitable organizations and units of local government that serve Centre County and select surrounding counties are encouraged to apply.
Funding Area: All Funding Areas Open Date: August 4, 2026 Close Date: September 24, 2026 Equitable & Inclusive Communities Grant The Equitable & Inclusive Communities Fund supports Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging efforts in Centre County, as well as the advancement of equity-centered leadership & capacity building for local organizations.
501(c)(3) charitable organizations and units of local government that serve Centre County and select surrounding counties are encouraged to apply. Funding Area: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Capacity Building Open Date: September 29, 2026 Close Date: November 12, 2026 Centre PACT, Centre Foundation’s youth philanthropy council, funds projects and programs that will have a positive impact on Centre County youth.
501(c)(3) charitable organizations that serve youth (Pre-K–12) in Centre County are encouraged to apply. Funding Area: Children & Youth, Education Open Date: November 24, 2026 Close Date: January 7, 2027
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Nonprofit organizations that serve Centre County and surrounding communities, with missions relating to arts and culture, education, health and human service, youth, environment, and economic development. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Over $250,000 distributed annually (total) Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.
Centre PACT Grants are awarded by the Centre Foundation through its student-led philanthropy program, Centre PACT (Philanthropic Actions Created by Teens), and fund local nonprofits that serve youth in Centre County, Pennsylvania. High school students review applications, fundraise, and make grant decisions. Eligible focus areas include Basic Needs Access, Education Access, Health and Wellness, and the Environment. Awards typically range from $500 to $3,000, with an average award of $1,400. Applicants must be IRS 501(c)(3) public charities, schools, or government entities operating programs in Centre County. Applications are submitted through the Foundant online portal and were due January 15, 2026.
Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator Program is sponsored by Pennsylvania Creative Industries powered by the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts (through regional partners like Centre Foundation and Erie Arts & Culture). This program offers funding and small business consulting to creative entrepreneurs who aspire to start their own for-profit business or who operate an existing for-profit micro-business.
The Fund for Women & Girls Grant Program is sponsored by The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC). The Fund for Women & Girls, an initiative of TFEC, makes grants to local nonprofit organizations in specific South Central PA counties. The grants support projects that advance the lives of women and girls by providing opportunities to address basic needs, develop economic self-sufficiency, and strengthen health and safety needs.
VGF grants will be used to develop and/or support community-based entities to recruit, manage, and support volunteers. CNCS seeks to fund effective approaches that expand volunteering, strengthen the capacity of volunteer connector organizations to recruit and retain skill-based volunteers, and develop strategies to use volunteers effectively to solve problems. Specifically, the VGF grants will support efforts that expand the capacity of volunteer connector organizations to recruit, manage, support and retain individuals to serve in high quality volunteer assignments.Applicants that receive funding under this Notice may directly carry out the activities supported under the award, or may carry out the activities by making sub-grants to community-based entities, supporting volunteer generation at these entities.). Funding Opportunity Number: AC-05-25-21. Assistance Listing: 94.021. Funding Instrument: G. Category: O. Award Amount: $6.1M total program funding.