Erie Community Foundation

Erie Gives Press Conference
2025-07-29 | ECF Campus
Join us Tuesday, July 29th for an Erie Gives press conference when we will announce all that is new for Erie Gives 2025 and introduce new community partners and new nonprofits!

Grant Reception
2025-07-30 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Seawolves Stadium, 831 French St, Erie, PA, 16501, United States

“10-Minute Takes” with The Nonprofit Partnership: Wrap It Up: Post-Erie Gives Thank Yous
2025-08-05
REGISTRATION LINK:
https://bit.ly/10MinuteTakes2025

Brews and Dues
2025-08-12 | Oliver’s Beer Garden
EEF members, join us at Brews & Dues at Oliver’s Beer Garden on Erie Gives! Join us for a laid-back evening with good company and good brews, and don’t forget to renew your membership dues while you’re at it.
You can support the Emerging Erie Fund online at ErieGives.org from midnight to midnight on Tuesday, August 12. Let’s raise a glass to giving back!

Erie Gives
2025-08-12
Donate online at ErieGives.org

Erie Gives Block Party
2025-08-12 12:00 - 13:00 | 459 West 6th Street, 459 West 6th Street , Erie, PA, 16507, United States
You’re invited to our Erie Gives Block Party!
459 West 6th Street
12–1 p.m.
Kick off the day with music, community, and LOTS of fun! Here’s what’s happening:

Live performances by participating nonprofits
Bocce with Special Olympics athletes
Nonprofit booths—come learn about some of the 539 organizations participating in Erie Gives
Appearances by local mascots
Food from A Waffle Mircale, E Doggs Hotdogs, and Smiley’s Ice Cream Shop

Come for the cause, stay for the fun—see you on our block!

Sweet Treat Social
2025-08-12 16:30 - 18:00 | 459 West 6th Street, 459 West 6th Street , Erie, PA, 16507, United States
On Erie Gives Day Swing by on your way home to celebrate a day of giving—treat yourself while supporting local nonprofits!
Enjoy sweet treats from:
Alsies
Peace, Love & Little Donuts
Sundae
Whether you donated, volunteered, or just want to cheer on the amazing work being done in our community—we’d love to see you there!

Women Driving Philanthropy
2025-08-25 | Lawrence Park Golf Club, 3700 E Lake Rd, Erie, PA, 16511, United States
Tee off for a good cause! Join us Monday, August 25 at Lawrence Park Golf Club for Women Driving Philanthropy—a fun and meaningful way to support causes that benefit women and children in our region. Foursomes are now open to the public for this signature Erie Women’s Fund event! It’s also a great opportunity to connect with other like-minded women who are passionate about making a difference. Shotgun start at 12 PM.Contact Olivia Burgess at oburgess@eriecommunityfoundation.org to register or learn more!

“10-Minute Takes” with The Nonprofit Partnership: Bonus Session! Beyond Erie Gives: The Value of NPP Membership for Your Nonprofit
2025-08-26
Registration:
https://bit.ly/10MinuteTakes2025

Grant Cycle for LGBT Fund
2025-09-08 - 2025-10-31 | https://eriecommunityfoundation.org/event/grant-cycle-for-lgbt-fund/
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The LGBT Fund values inclusivity in both the projects we support and the people who lead them. We welcome applications from those whose ideas align with our mission to uplift the LGBTQ+ community in Erie County.
Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) or work with one as a fiscal sponsor. This year, organizations can apply for up to $10,000 in funding.
Proposals will be evaluated based on community need, project model and timeline, organizational capacity, and potential impact on the local LGBTQ+ community.
Applications are NOW OPEN: Link to view application and apply: https://goapply2.akoyago.com/eriecommunityfoundation

Erie Gives Final Numbers Press Conference
2025-09-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Moon Mammoth Stadium, 831 French St, Erie, PA, 16501, United States
Mark your calendars for Monday, September 15 at 10 AM at UPMC Park! We’ll announce the final Erie Gives 2025 results, celebrate the community spirit, thank all our supporters, and recognize the incredible work of local nonprofits. Don’t miss this inspiring event and group photo opportunity!

Implicit Bias Training with elise michaux
2025-09-18 12:00 - 14:00 | Meiser Place, 21 W 10th street, Erie, PA, 16501, United States
Don’t miss this powerful opportunity to come together for a training led by elise michaux, designed to move beyond awareness into action. This session will help us recognize and address implicit bias while equipping us with practical tools to create meaningful change.
Together, we can strengthen our connections, grow as leaders, and build a more inclusive community. Your presence and voice matter. Be part of the change — mark your calendars for Thursday, September 18 at 12 PM at The Meiser Place (21-23 W 10th St, Erie, PA 16501).

LGBT Grant Cycle Closes
2025-10-08
The LGBT Fund values inclusivity in both the projects we support and their creators. We welcome applications from those whose ideas align with our goals. Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) or partner with one as a fiscal sponsor. This year, applicants can apply for up to $10,000 in funding.
Applications will be reviewed based on the assessment of community need, project model, project timeline, and organizational capacity and the potential to have a positive impact on the local LGBTQ+ community.
Apply Today: https://goapply2.akoyago.com/eriecommunityfoundation

Holiday Party
2025-11-19 17:00 - 19:00 | TBD
