Philosophy and Guidelines
Since 1942, The Springs Close Foundation and its predecessor foundations have provided more than $97,993,346 to nonprofit organizations in our communities.
We make grants in Chester, Lancaster and eastern York Counties. Historically, grantmaking focused on three major areas: Recreation & Environment, Public Education & Early Childhood and Community Service & Health. Due to the current economic crises in our region, the Foundation now provides funding only for critical basic support services including food, shelter and medical assistance. We will consider grant requests only from qualified nonprofit organizations that can effectively address these needs. We expect to broaden our support once again after the economy improves.
Requests for more than $2,500 will only be considered at the spring and fall Board Meetings. Deadlines are March 1 and October 1. Smaller requests of up to $2,500 will be considered at any time.
Grants are often awarded on a matching basis with other foundations or sponsoring agencies as participants in achieving the match.
In addition to financial support, the Foundation often shares knowledge and connections with community leaders and nonprofit organizations to help address challenges and issues or help create or expand programs that serve our communities.