Office Closed – Holidays
2025-12-26 | ECF Offices
The Erie Community Foundation offices will be closed for the holidays Wednesday, December 24-Friday, December 26. Normal operations will resume on Monday, December 29.

Furchak Ferko Grant Reception
2025-12-10 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Lake Shore Country Club, 5950 Lake Shore Dr, Erie, Pennsylvania, 16505
Members have received invitations to attend the EWF Furchak Ferko Grant Reception. Members are also invited to contribute to this year’s grantee, Dafmark Dance Theater. Donations can be made through Dafmark’s Amazon wishlist or by viewing the attached PDFs for more ways to give.
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/14KB08NLBQF7K/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex
Walmart – Supply request list PDF
Michaels – Supply request list PDF

EEF Second Harvest Engagement Session
2025-12-03 16:00 - 18:00 | Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest Pennsylvania, 1507 Grimm Dr,, Erie, PA, 16501, United States
Join fellow members of the Emerging Erie Fund for a morning engagement session and volunteer opportunity at Second Harvest Food Bank.

Office Closed – Thanksgiving
2025-11-27 - 2025-11-28 | ECF Offices
The Erie Community Foundation offices will be closed on Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28 in observance of Thanksgiving.

Emerging Erie Fund Holiday Party
2025-11-20 17:00 - 19:00 | the Cork 1974, 900 W Erie Plaza Dr, Erie, 16505, United States
Members have received invitations to attend the EEF Holiday Party. Guests are encouraged to bring donations for this year’s grantee, Second Harvest Food Bank. Those unable to attend can drop off donations at the ECF office or Dahlkemper Jewelry by November 19.

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Regional Affiliate Summit
2025-11-12 12:00 - 15:00 | Peek’n Peak Resort
The Regional Affiliate Summit gathers affiliate fund representatives from across the region to share updates, best practices, and ideas for strengthening local impact.

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

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).

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!

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

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

Women Driving Philanthropy
2025-08-25 | Lawrence Park Golf Club
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!

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!

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!

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

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!

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

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

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!

Summer Gathering
2025-07-24 17:00 | The Anchor Plaza, 1 Sassafras Pier, Erie, PA, 16507, United States
EWF members, join us as we announce this year’s major grant recipient and celebrate another year of impact! If you did not receive an invite by email, then please reach out to Molly Wojcik and MWojcik@ErieCommunityFoundation.org.

“10-Minute Takes” with The Nonprofit Partnership: How to Pull Your Donor Data (Without Losing Your Mind)
2025-07-22 | PA

Final Day for Nonprofits to Register for Erie Gives
2025-07-12 | PA
Nonprofit friends, today is your final day to register for Erie Gives. Please register at ErieGives.org. Click the purple “Register” button, search for your nonprofit, and then either click participate or create a profile, depending on if you are returning or new to Erie Gives.

“10-Minute Takes” with The Nonprofit Partnership: Erie Gives Day-Of: Strategies for Donor Engagement
2025-07-08 | PA

Erie Community Foundation Board Meeting
2025-06-27 | PA

Post-Vote Happy Hour
2025-06-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Pier 6

Membership Grant Vote
2025-06-25 15:00 - 17:00 | Marquette Savings Bank

“10-Minute Takes” with The Nonprofit Partnership: Stock Transfers 101: What You Need to Know Now
2025-06-24 10:00 - 10:10 | PA

ECF Annual Meeting
2025-06-17 16:00 - 19:00 | Warner Theatre, 811 State St, Erie, PA, 16501, United States
ECF celebrating 90 years!
Recognition of our Doll Award Honorees: Deborah and Douglas MurphySpirit of Philanthropy Honorees:

EWF—Lauren Bauer
LGBT Fund—Blane Dessy
EEF—Beth McCormick Rajakovich
HEY!—Silvia Kaur Kang

Introduction of our new website!Announcement of our plans for our 100th Anniversary!
5 p.m. to 7 p.m.Networking – cocktails, cheers and celebration of 90 years!
To register:
Email kpisani@eriecommunityfoundation.org
or visit https://forms.office.com/r/wEsAAMrNdD

CorryFest 2025
2025-06-15 11:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-14 11:00 - 17:00 | Corry City Park
CorryFest is a 4-day festival celebrating our city. Taking place June 12th through June 15th, 2025.
CorryFest
