Impact Grants: Investing in People and Place
Impact Grants provide general operating support to organizations making a measurable difference in the lives of individuals and families living in poverty and/or investing in the revitalization of targeted towns. General operating support is unrestricted funding provided to a nonprofit to advance its overall mission and sustain day‑to‑day operations, rather than to run a specific project or program. These grants are designed to strengthen organizations that are deeply rooted in their communities and address critical needs.
Impact Grants will continue to share the same framework as our prior opportunities: Healthy Communities and Revitalizing Westmoreland. Since 2022, through these two initiatives, CFWC has supported the needs of vulnerable populations in the county while helping to develop the places in which they live. By investing in people and place, CFWC is committed to making Westmoreland County a vibrant community where citizens are enthused and energized to live, work, and share in its resources.
Impact Grants will support organizations that:
- Address the physical, social, environmental and emotional needs of our most vulnerable populations to move them out of poverty and assist them to live with dignity and/or
- Foster revitalization of areas in Westmoreland County with a high population of individuals living in poverty.
Grant Size: $50,000–$75,000 in operating support
Frequency: This grant process occurs every other year and will be issued again in 2028.
2026 Impact Grantees:
Derry Borough
Feeding the Spirit
Homes Build Hope
Jeannette Public Library
Laurel Area Faith in Action
Sonward Youth Programs
The Father's Heart Ministry
The Salvation Army
Union Mission
Vandergrift Public Library
Waypoint Youth & Community Center