For Nonprofits
Our Grant Opportunities
Competitive grant opportunities support a wide array of interest areas and are supported by donor-led granting programs like Centre Gives and Giving Circle, as well as grants through field-of-interest funds and more. Ready to apply for a grant? Learn more about our various opportunities below.
Centre Inspires
In celebration of its 45th anniversary, Centre Foundation is relaunching Centre Inspires, a competitive grant program that will award up to $100,000 to help bring bold, innovative ideas to life. Designed to encourage collaboration, creativity, and community engagement, the program invites organizations across Centre County to propose transformative projects that address local needs and inspire lasting impact.
Funding Area: All Funding Areas
Status: Closed
Open Date: June 8, 2026
Close Date: July 9, 2026
Centre Gives Participation Application
Centre Gives is Centre Foundation’s annual 36-hour online giving event, designed to encourage community giving and to support the great work of local nonprofits.
Funding Area: All Funding Areas
Status: Closed
Open Date: March 1, 2026
Close Date: April 4, 2026
Creative Sector Flex Fund Grant
The Creative Sector Flex Fund supports arts organizations and arts programs in Centre, Clearfield, Clinton, and Huntingdon County that have average annual revenues between $10,000 – $200,000.
On behalf of Pennsylvania Creative Industries, powered by Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, please see the following update regarding changes to the availability of the Creative Sector Flex Fund in this region, which includes Centre, Clearfield, Clinton and Huntingdon Counties.
Funding Area: Arts & Culture
Status: Closed
Open Date: September 1, 2026
Close Date: October 31, 2026
Giving Circle Grant
Centre Foundation’s Giving Circle supports dynamic community projects and programs in Centre County. The group meets at an annual reception to vote on which of three finalist organizations will receive a $10,000+ grant.
501(c)(3) charitable organizations looking to fund dynamic projects in Centre County are encouraged.
Funding Area: All Funding Areas
Status: Open
Open Date: July 7, 2026
Close Date: August 20, 2026
Field-of-Interest Grants
Centre Foundation’s Field-of-Interest funds each support a particular cause, population, or geographic area. Focus areas include health, social services, education, arts & culture, animal welfare, and more.
501(c)(3) charitable organizations and units of local government that serve Centre County and select surrounding counties are encouraged to apply
Funding Area: All Funding Areas
Status: Open
Open Date: August 4, 2026
Close Date: September 24, 2026
Equitable & Inclusive Communities Grant
The Equitable & Inclusive Communities Fund supports Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging efforts in Centre County, as well as the advancement of equity-centered leadership & capacity building for local organizations.
501(c)(3) charitable organizations and units of local government that serve Centre County and select surrounding counties are encouraged to apply.
Funding Area: Capacity Building, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
Status: Closed
Open Date: September 29, 2026
Close Date: November 12, 2026
Centre PACT Grant
Centre PACT, Centre Foundation’s youth philanthropy council, funds projects and programs that will have a positive impact on Centre County youth.
501(c)(3) charitable organizations that serve youth (Pre-K–12) in Centre County are encouraged to apply.
Funding Area: Children & Youth, Education
Status: Closed
Open Date: November 24, 2026
Close Date: January 7, 2027