Wayne County Nonprofits Now Eligible for Women in Philanthropy Grants

The Wayne County Community Foundation is expanding the Scranton Area Community Foundation’s Women in Philanthropy program to include local nonprofits and donors.

Grants of up to $3,000 are available for 501(c)(3) organizations serving Wayne County that work to empower, engage, and transform the lives of women and girls.

Eligible focus areas include:

Childcare: Enhancing access to quality childcare and early childhood infrastructure.

Civic Engagement and Advocacy: Helping women and girls participate in public discourse and community decision-making.

Financial Education: Teaching budgeting, saving, investing, and financial planning skills.

Housing: Providing safe, stable, and affordable housing or homelessness prevention services.

Mental Health: Offering programs that promote psychological well-being and recovery.

STEAM Career Launchpad: Encouraging girls in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math through mentorship and hands-on learning.

Applications are due by Feb. 16. Selected grantees will present their programs at the Grant Presentation on March 25 at 5:30 p.m. at Highlights Foundation Retreat Center, 392 Boyds Mills Road, Milanville.

Questions about eligibility or the application process can be directed to Connor Simon, Grant and Scholarship Manager, at csimon@waynefoundation.org.