Erie Community Foundation

Welcome to The Erie Community Foundation!

Our mission: To inspire, engage, and empower donors and communities across the region, today and tomorrow. 

We inspire giving, connect generous donors, and fuel powerful impact in our community—awarding nearly $22 million annually through scholarships and nonprofit grants.

With over 900 funds created by local donors and nonprofits, we’re proud to support Erie, and the regional affiliate foundations of Corry, North East, and Union City, through shared generosity.

We’re also the team behind Erie Gives, a community-wide day of giving that’s raised over $77.6 million since 2011!

Plus, we’re home to three purpose-driven Affinity Funds: the Erie Women’s Fund, Emerging Erie Fund, and LGBT Fund, each focused on equity, opportunity, and local impact.

Rooted in a legacy of giving that began in 1935, we’re here to help you reach your philanthropic goals and shape a brighter future, together.