Northeastern Potter Economic Development Fund

The Northeastern Potter Economic Development Fund is administered through a partnership between the Northeastern Potter Economic Development Association and the Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers. The Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers is a regional philanthropic organization that distributes charitable funds based on donor intent, community need, and organizational capacity. Through this collaboration, the fund is designed to stimulate economic development and community improvement within a defined geographic area in Potter County, Pennsylvania. The primary purpose of this grant program is to provide financial support to nonprofit organizations and charitable programs that serve communities in the northeastern portion of Potter County. Eligible service areas include municipalities within the Northern Potter School District, specifically Ulysses Township, Ulysses Borough, Harrison Township, Genesee Township, Allegany Township, Bingham Township, and Hector Township. The fund prioritizes initiatives that strengthen public services, enhance community infrastructure, and promote sustainable economic growth within these localities. Grant funding may be used across a range of community-benefiting activities. Allowable uses include purchasing essential equipment and supplies, supporting community-focused programming, funding training and educational initiatives, and improving infrastructure for safety and accessibility. The fund also supports collaborative efforts among organizations to address shared challenges, as well as disaster response and emergency services. Limited operational costs may be covered when directly tied to an approved project. However, funding is restricted from use in lobbying, political activity, private or member-only benefits, fundraising expenses, debt repayment, non-public projects, and routine government operations. Eligibility is limited to nonprofit entities, including organizations with 501(c)(3) status, fire companies, ambulance associations, municipalities, and other charitable programs that serve the designated geographic area. Applicants must demonstrate that their proposed project provides a clear public benefit and aligns with the community development goals of the fund. There is no indication of a required cost share or matching contribution, suggesting that the grant does not impose a financial match requirement. Applications may be obtained either through local municipal offices within the eligible service area or by downloading them from the administering organization. Applicants are expected to complete and submit the required materials by the stated deadline. While specific application components are not fully detailed, it is implied that proposals must describe the project, its community impact, and how funds will be utilized in accordance with the guidelines. The grant committee evaluates submissions based on factors such as community need, anticipated impact, and organizational capacity. The application deadline for this funding cycle is September 25, 2026. The total available funding is $1450, which may be awarded to a single applicant or divided among multiple recipients at the discretion of the grant committee. No explicit timeline is provided for award notification or project performance periods. The program appears to be part of an ongoing grant portfolio managed by the Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers, suggesting a recurring funding opportunity, although the exact frequency is not explicitly stated. For additional information, applicants may contact the program via the provided email address.