The Luzerne Foundation’s Nonprofit Forum
Every year, local organizations gather at the Nonprofit Forum sponsored by The Luzerne Foundation. Each organization has five minutes to present its background and mission, and how it is addressing the community’s needs. Nonprofits attending the Forum work in the seven areas served by the Foundation: Arts & Culture, Education & Scholarships, Health & Wellness, Historic Preservation & the Environment, Neighborhoods & Community Development, Social Services, and Youth Issues.
The Grants Committee of The Foundation selects a few of the nonprofits to receive grants after their presentations. Although not every organization can receive grants at the Forum, they all have a great opportunity to find new donors through The Luzerne Foundation’s network of fundholders, organizations, individuals, and other foundations who are interested in their cause.
Now Accepting Applications for our 2025 Spring Nonprofit Forum
501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations providing services to Luzerne County are invited to submit an application to present at The Luzerne Foundation’s Spring Nonprofit Forum
Spring Nonprofit Forum
When: Thursday, April 3, 2025
8:30 AM till Noon
Where: Jewish Community Alliance
400 Third Avenue, Kingston – 613 S. J. Strauss Lane
What to Expect
The Luzerne Foundation will award 30 local charities a 5-minute time slot (3 minutes for presentation, 2 minutes of questions).
Selection Process: The Luzerne Foundation’s Grants Distribution Committee will read through each application and invite participants to speak at the Forum on April 3rd, 2025 based on the information provided in their applications.
501(c)(3) public charities (in good standing) that serve Luzerne County residents are encouraged to apply!
Each of the 30 selected participants will receive a grant; award amounts will be announced at the Community Champion Dinner on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at The Westmoreland Club.
The Luzerne Foundation will provide one ticket to the Community Champion Award event to each of the 30 selected nonprofits. Please make sure that your charity is represented at the award ceremony. Additional tickets may be purchased if desired.
Ready to Apply?
Our application process is streamlined through our grant management portal. A tutorial is provided for your convenience.
No paper applications will be accepted.
Timeline
Grant Portal Open January 21st – March 4th: The portal will close on 03/4/25 at 11:59 PM. No paper applications will be accepted.
March 14th: A notification will be sent to finalists by March 14th with the Forum Commitment Form, Participation Guidelines, and the time of your scheduled presentation.
April 2nd: PowerPoint slides (optional) due via e-mail to [email protected].
April 3rd: Date of the Nonprofit Forum
April 10th: Awards are announced at the Community Champion Awards beginning at 5:30 PM.
We are honored to host this Forum and we look forward to receiving your application.
Questions? Contact The Luzerne Foundation at (570) 822-2065 or email [email protected]
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