With The Findley Lake Community Fund, collective giving begins with a deep respect for place. There is a strong desire to protect what makes the community special, paired with and clear understanding that thoughtful growth still matters. That balance helps guide the Fund’s work and the partnerships it builds along the way. The Fund connects donors who care deeply about the greater Findley Lake region with opportunities to support local organizations, community priorities and projects that strengthen the community.

Through partnership with The Erie Community Foundation, the Fund’s local advisory board works closely with community leaders and nonprofit organizations to identify needs, explore opportunities and recommend projects that can have meaningful and lasting impact.

Based on recommendations from the advisory board, The Erie Community Foundation reviews, approves and distributes grants through The Findley Lake Community Fund in accordance with the Foundation’s policies and governing documents. Some projects focus on access and infrastructure, helping residents stay connected and supported. Others reflect a commitment to environmental stewardship and the long-term vitality of the region. There is also a quiet but meaningful investment in the heart of the community, where small improvements can have a lasting impact.

By connecting local generosity with local opportunities, the Fund helps foster a culture of philanthropy that benefits the community today and for generations to come, ensuring Findley Lake remains not only beautiful, but livable and full of possibility.

How to Apply

Grant opportunities through The Findley Lake Community Fund are reviewed on a rolling basis as resources allow and may be opened or paused throughout the year depending on available funding and community priorities.

The local advisory board reviews opportunities and makes grant recommendations to The Erie Community Foundation for consideration and approval.