Grant Opportunities
Our funds can spark change in Berks County.
Use the list below to find an opportunity that is currently accepting applications. When you apply for any of the opportunities, you will be redirected to our third party partner, Foundant, to determine your eligibility. For a full listing of all funds we manage, please visit our Fund Directory.
Description
Deadline & Cycle
Region Served
Interest
Field of Interest Fund
Arthur O. and Clara M. Schlegel Memorial Fund
The Arthur O. & Clara M. Schlegel Memorial Fund provides grants that support the medical costs of physical differences in Berks County children whose guardians are unable to meet such expenses.
January 1 – December 31
Berks County
Healthcare and Public Health
Individuals in Need
Field of Interest Fund
B Strong B Rich Fund
This fund provides financial help for expenses not covered by insurance for Berks County residents who are under the age of 30 and have been diagnosed with or are recovering from a diagnosis of cancer.
January 1 – December 31
Berks County
Healthcare and Public Health
Individuals in Need
Field of Interest Fund
Berks County Veterans Treatment Court Fund
This fund provides financial support to participants of the Berks County Veterans Court who have expenses not covered by other resources.
January 1 – December 31
Berks County
Individuals in Need
Field of Interest Fund
BISA Attendance Improvement Fund
To support initiatives at Berks County’s public schools that improve attendance.
August 1 – January 31
Berks County
Education (non-scholarship)
Field of Interest Fund
Cystic Fibrosis Fund of Berks County
This fund provides grants for both the treatment and care of individuals and families impacted by cystic fibrosis and cystic fibrosis research.
January 1 – December 31
Berks County
Healthcare and Public Health
Individuals in Need
Field of Interest Fund
Friends of the Berks County Public Libraries Fund
This fund awards grants to Berks County public libraries for emergency needs and special projects.
January 1 – December 31
Berks County
Education (non-scholarship)
Neighborhoods and Economic Development
Field of Interest Fund
Friends of the Drug Treatment Court Fund
This fund provides financial assistance for participants of the Berks County Treatment Courts.
January 1 – December 31
Berks County
Individuals in Need
Field of Interest Fund
Jess’s Sunshine Fund
Jess’s Sunshine Fund provides financial assistance to families who are Berks County Residents with dependent adult or minor children who have special needs arising from a long-term catastrophic illness or injury. Preference will be given to residents of the Boyertown Area School District.
January 1 – December 31
Boyertown Area
Healthcare and Public Health
Individuals in Need
Field of Interest Fund
Margaret B. Moeller Memorial Fund for Alzheimer’s Home Care Companions
Grants support families in the Boyertown Area School District with members who suffer from Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia.
January 1 – December 31
Boyertown Area
Healthcare and Public Health
Individuals in Need
Memorial
Penny Jar Fund
Grants from the Penny Jar Fund support the non-tuition-related needs of college students who have an unexpected financial crisis.
January 1 – December 31
Berks County
Education (non-scholarship)
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Want to make a positive difference in your community? Need to know more about giving back, starting a fund, or getting funding? We’d love to chat.
