The Luzerne Foundation

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The Luzerne Foundation is proud to serve the philanthropic and charitable needs of the Greater Luzerne County Region for 16+ years.

The Luzerne Foundation's Mission
For 17 years, The Luzerne Foundation has assisted individuals, businesses, civic groups and other non-profit organizations with realizing their goals for philanthropy so collectively they can improve the quality of life for those living and working in Luzerne County.

Annual Meeting 2013
The Annual Meeting of The Luzerne Foundation will be held on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts beginning with a reception at 5:30 p.m. and followed by the meeting at 6:00 p.m. A highlight of the event will be the presentation of The Mary Bevevino Community Service Award to The Sisters of Mercy, Dallas, PA.

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The Luzerne Foundation's 2013 Spring Grant Cycle is upon us. Please consider submitting a Grant Application for your non-profit organization. All non-profit organizations operating in Luzerne County or serving the residents of Luzerne County are eligible. Average grants are expected to be $2,000.If you have any questions please call us at 570-714-1570.
Download an Application Here

Completed applications must reach The Luzerne Foundation by Monday, April 15, 2013.

Nonprofits! Please take a few moments to update your organization's information by completing a short survey. The information will be used to update our database with the information we need in order to notify you of grant availablity and to distribute grants. This database of information that will make it easier for donors to learn about you and your programs and services. Thank you for your assistance with this project. If you have any questions don't hesitate to call us. Click here to provide an update

Recent News and Events

The Luzerne Foundation Annual Meeting to be held on May 15th

The Annual Meeting of The Luzerne Foundation will be held on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts beginning with a reception at 5:30 p.m. and followed by the meeting at 6:00 p.m. A highlight of the event will be the presentation of The Mary Bevevino Community Service Award to The Sisters of Mercy, Dallas, PA.

2013 Spring Grant Cycle Opens

The Luzerne Foundation announces the opening of the Spring Grant Cycle. All non-profit organizations operating in Luzerne County or serving the residents of Luzerne County are eligible. Click on For Grant Seekers to download an application. The deadline for the Spring Grant Cycle is April 15, 2013.

Anti-Bullying Coalition Receives Millennium Circle Fund Grant

The Millennium Circle Fund of The Luzerne Foundation presented a $20,000 grant to the Anti-Bullying Coalition of Luzerne County for their Comprehensive Anti-Bullying Program. The organization was chosen from thirty initial grant nominations which were narrowed down to six finalists for presentation at the Millennium Circle’s 2012 Annual Luncheon.


Click Here for Millennium Circle Information and Forms
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