For Immediate Release
Press Release
Grant Opportunities Available Through the Elk County Community Foundation
St. Marys, PA — Grant opportunities are currently available through two open granting funds held by the Elk County Community Foundation (ECCF). The application deadline for this grant cycle is July 15, 2026.
Grants are awarded through a competitive, open application process and are available to qualifying 501(c)(3) organizations, schools, municipalities, and religious organizations for projects that serve the community.
The Harrison and Muriel Dauer Stackpole Family Fund and the Elk County Community Fund are accepting applications for projects and programs that benefit Elk County residents. The funds are dedicated to supporting initiatives that enhance the quality of life throughout the county.
Information about the funds, application guidelines, and the link to the online grant application forms are available on the Elk County Community Foundation website. Organizations interested in applying can visit the website for complete details at www.elkcountyfoundation.org.
For questions about the application process, eligibility requirements, or to discuss a proposed project, please contact the Foundation office at 814-834-2125.
The Elk County Community Foundation provides administrative and investment management services that help donors fulfill their charitable goals while strengthening the quality of life in local communities. The Community Foundation of the Northern Alleghenies serves as the parent organization of both the Elk County Community Foundation and the McKean County Community Foundation.
PHOTO: In 2025, the Harrison and Muriel Dauer Stackpole Family Fund awarded a $7,500 grant to the Jay Township Fire Department to purchase 15 new pagers for its members. A new granting cycle is now open for qualified organizations with an application deadline of July 15.
