Give to the Erie Community Foundations Rapid Response Fund today 

The Erie Community Foundation launched the Rapid Response Fund in March 2025 in response to federal funding disruptions that have impacted essential services across Erie County. This fund was created to provide swift, flexible support for Erie’s most vulnerable residents during this period of economic uncertainty. 

As significant federal cuts ripple through communities already under strain, the Rapid Response Fund offers a lifeline — a community-driven, adaptable resource that can be deployed quickly to fill funding gaps and meet emerging local needs. Your investment today helps stabilize critical programs and ensures that vital services continue for those who need them most. 

In August, The Erie Community Foundation took another proactive step by partnering with the Nonprofit Partnership to assess the local impact of these federal funding cuts. Through the Civic Impact Project, a countywide survey was conducted to better understand how nonprofits are affected. The findings revealed an urgent need for coordinated community support and strategic action to sustain essential services in Erie County. 

Your contribution to the Rapid Response Fund strengthens the safety net that supports our neighbors — and helps Erie move forward, together.