Funding helped improve Johnsonburg Knothole Recreation Park through the installation of drainage pipe and restoration of the surrounding area. The project improved drainage, reduced mosquito breeding areas, enhanced safety, and beautified a park enjoyed by residents throughout the Johnsonburg community.
Open Competitive Grants and Applications
Open Grants
Competitive Open Grants are awarded through established funds, each having their own purpose, timeline, and requirements. The grants are made possible through the generosity of individuals, families, and organizations who have created funds to make a difference in their communities.
To Apply for a Grant
Please review the criteria and qualifications for each grant. You can then begin an organizational profile within our online application.
Our Foundation staff can help you determine which grant aligns with your project and will guide you in the application process if needed.
Instructions for Submitting a Grant Application:
The applicant should first create an organizational profile to begin applying.
You can upload all necessary documents through the online application. No hard copies will be accepted.
A link to each application can be found within the grant description below.
Explore current grant opportunities available through the Foundation and our fundholders. Each listing includes information about eligibility, application requirements, deadlines, and funding priorities.
The Guardian Angel Center received a Women Who Care grant to purchase cribs, car seats, strollers and layettes.
Elk County Community Fund Grants
Focus
The Foundation generally looks to support community development initiatives that will enhance the economic and community wellbeing of Elk County. Distribution from the grants can be used to meet special project or program needs of organizations serving the people of Elk County. The Foundation encourages organizations that will serve a particular need of the community and will make a lasting impact on the overall community to apply. The Foundation seeks to fund projects or activities that will serve the needs of many in the community rather than the needs of a few individuals. Projects should include activities that are innovative and have a plan to be sustained themselves.
Due dates for Applications
January 15 and July 15 with review time 4 to 6 weeks after due date
Average Awards
On average $2000 to $3000, but have gone as high as $10,000
Elk County Society for Special Services Grants
Focus
This granting fund is designated to any nonprofit agency which provides services for the purposes of providing Pre-K education. The application should improve programs that are already established or develop new programs. This fund will not cover direct operating expenses of an agency, rather it hopes to enhance already established programs.
Due dates for Applications
January 15 with review time 4 to 6 weeks after due date
Average Awards
Average grants have been between $1,000-$3,000
Applications for 2026 are now closed. Applications for 2027 will open on December 15, 2026.
Greater DuBois Area Community Endowment Fund Grants
Focus
The Greater DuBois Area Community Endowment Fund generally looks to support community development initiatives that will enhance the quality of life and wellbeing of the residents of the DuBois area. Distribution from the grants can be used to meet special project or program needs of organizations serving the people of the DuBois area. Grants will be awarded through a competitive grant process open to 501(c)(3) organizations, schools, municipalities, or religious organizations that serve the public in the DuBois area. The Foundation encourages organizations that will serve a particular need of the community and will make a lasting impact on the overall community to apply. Projects should include activities that are innovative and have a plan by the organization to be sustained.
Due dates for Applications
Applications for 2026 are now closed. Applications for 2027 will open on January 1, 2027.
Average Awards
Grant awards will typically be a maximum of $5,000, but special consideration will be given up to $10,000.
Application
Click here to create an account online after the next grant cycle opens on January 1, 2027.
Harrison and Muriel Dauer Stackpole Family Grants
Focus
The Advisors for the fund are made up of the Stackpoles’ family and friends. Their goal is to ensure that the Harrison and Muriel Dauer Stackpole Family Fund continues the good works that both Mr. & Mrs. Stackpole had done in our community during their lifetime and to support the philanthropic causes that were important to both of them.
For the upcoming grant cycles, they will be inviting applications that focus on projects that address:
- Fulfilling/supporting basic human needs.
- Improving access to education and safe recreation for those who are marginalized and the most vulnerable of our community (specifically children, seniors, and individuals with special needs).
- Improving the quality of life in our community through projects that benefit our residents and their families.
Due dates for Applications
Quarterly deadline being January 15, April 15, July 15 and October 15. Review time is 4-6 weeks after due date.
Average Awards
On average $3,000 to $5,000, but have gone as high as $15,000
Applications for the next granting cycle will open on June 15th.
Johnsonburg Area Endowment Grants
Focus
This special fund was designated by the Johnsonburg Community Cable TV Company, to benefit the nonprofit agencies that serve the Johnsonburg Area that is depicted by the school district boundary, and its residents. It was determined by the board and stakeholders of the former Johnsonburg Community TV Cable Company that the Foundation appoint an Advisory Board of seven individuals to represent various groups of people residing in the Johnsonburg Area. The Johnsonburg Area Endowment Fund’s purpose is to provide financial support to those non-profit organizations whose application reflects a purpose or project that will benefit the residents of the Johnsonburg Area. Board members from this Advisory Board will then make grant recommendations to the Foundation’s Board of Directors for their review and consideration.
Due dates for Applications
June 30
To Apply
Click here to apply online for the Johnsonburg Area Endowment Fund Grants
Borough of Ridgway Charitable Grants
Focus
This special fund was designated by it donor, Sara-Jane Stackpole, to benefit the non profit agencies that serve Ridgway Borough residents. It was Sara-Jane’s wish that the Foundation appoint an Advisory Board of five individuals to represent various groups of people residing in the Borough of Ridgway. The Borough of Ridgway Charitable Fund’s purpose is to provide financial support to those non-profit organizations whose application reflects a purpose or project that will benefit the residents of the Borough of Ridgway. Board members from this Advisory Board will then make grant recommendations to the Foundation’s Board of Directors for their review and consideration.
Due dates for Applications
September 15
Average Awards
On average, $3,000 to $5,000, but have gone as high as $10,000
To Apply
Women Who Care Grants
Focus
Women Who Care strives to educate, encourage, and expand the number of women committed to philanthropy to strengthen our community by providing funds and assistance to issues that are important to families. The Women Who Care Fund welcomes grant applications as part of its mission to provide funding for projects that have the most impact for the families in our communities.
Due dates for Applications
The application deadline for grants is August 17, 2026. The online application process will open July 1, 2026. Applicants will need to provide a video presentation of their project to the membership at their annual meeting.
Online Grant Application – Click Here!
Average Awards
Maximum grant is $5,000
