Working Together to Create a Vibrant York County
The Community Foundation awards grants to nonprofit organizations that align with our strategic focus areas. Our focus areas are determined by volunteer committees and Community Foundation staff who use community plans, research, and the intentions of donors who have established funds at the Community Foundation.
The Community Foundation understands that strategic philanthropy is the most effective way to achieve significant results with limited resources. Grant proposals may be solicited or requested through our grant application processes or by developing partnerships to achieve our goals.
THRIVE Grants from the Fund for York County
The Fund for York County is the foundation’s fund to address the needs of a changing York County. Grants from the Fund for York County focus on fueling community transformation by helping low-income individuals build economic mobility to help them thrive. These grants are called THRIVE Grants.
Embracing Aging Grants
Embracing Aging is a long-term initiative that provides education and advocacy to advance aging-in-place concepts and planning. We strive to dismantle ageism and build age-equity to help us thrive as we age. Our grants support organizations serving York County residents ages 50 and older.
Memorial Health Fund Grants
The Memorial Health Fund Grant seeks to transform the way our community addresses compelling health issues by funding programs that improve the complete physical, mental, and social well-being of the residents of York County.
Racial Equity Fund
The Racial Equity Fund Grant Program focuses on shifting the paradigm of equitable opportunities by addressing equity gaps for communities of color.
Environmental Funds
The Community Foundation has three environmental field of interest funds in Agricultural and Land Preservation, the Codorus Watershed, and Sustainable Energy. Each fund is staffed with volunteer committees who steward the grant funds to ensure the highest environmental impact in York County.
Directed Funds
YCCF holds additional funds that are earmarked for specific purposes. See how generous donors supported specific causes they love in perpetuity.
