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Women’s Giving Circle

The Women’s Giving Circle aims to positively change the lives of women and girls in our community. Two $10,000 grants will be awarded.
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Service Area

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100% of requested funding must be invested within the Foundation service area (Columbia, Lower-Luzerne, Montour, Northumberland, Snyder, and Union Counties).

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Priorities

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Timeline

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June 22, 2026

Women's Giving Circle grant round will open

August 3, 2026

Women's Giving Circle grant round will close

August

Steering Committee will review applications

October 9, 2026

Presentations at Women's Giving Circle Annual Event

Four grant finalists will be asked to present their requests at the Women’s Giving Circle Annual Event. Donors will cast their vote to distribute two $10,000 grant awards live during the event.

Evaluation Criteria

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  • Applicant

    Applicant must have a 501(c)(3) IRS tax-exempt designation or be a governmental organization. (The Foundation does not award grants to individuals).

  • Mission

    Proposal must address the needs of women and/or girls in line with the Women’s Giving Circle mission.

  • One program/project

    Proposals should be for one program/project with a $10,000 total request.

  • Details

    Proposals are favored when they give a clear and concise explanation of the program; establish measurable goals and an evaluation process for promoting best practices; demonstrate how positive outcomes of the program/project will be sustained; don’t duplicate services provided by other community organizations; and include collaboration with other organizations.