We hope you had a refreshing holiday weekend 🎆

Thank you for joining us during Celebrate Nonprofits Week 2025!

Save the date for 2026—June 21-27—you don't want to miss this milestone celebration!

Join us for a session with Katie Kretz, Executive Director of the Multicultural Community Resource Center and 2025 Nonprofit Excellence Awards CEO of the Year honoree on July 23. Katie will share real-world insights on how advocacy fuels impact—and why it’s essential for every nonprofit leader.

Raise Your Voice – RSVP Now

We need your input!

Nonprofits are facing funding uncertainty, and we are gathering data to guide support efforts. Complete this short, confidential survey by July 28 for a chance to win a $150 grant. Take survey here.

NPP is exploring a pooled 401(k) option to save you time, cut fees, and offer flexibility. Help us shape this potential benefit by taking a quick survey! Take the survey here.

Congratulations to the Erie Reader's 40 Under 40 honorees!

We’re proud to see so many individuals recognized for their leadership—including employees, board members, and volunteers from our member organizations. Your drive, talent, and commitment are shaping a stronger future for our community!

About the Honorees

Event Calendar

July 10

1-2 PM

Pave Your Way to a Successful Community Giving Day 2025

webinar with Kiersten Hill of Firespring

July 16

12-2 PM

Exploing the Intersection of Government and Nonprofits

with Adam Bratton of NPP & hosted by the Jefferson Educational Society

July 18

12-1 PM

CRM Group Work Session

Come ask questions, navigate, and collaborate with others on your nonprofit's current CRM

July 24

9-10 AM

Fundraising Focus: Peer to Peer Fundraising Advice for Erie Gives

with David Schumacher of Shriners Children's Erie

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Partner & Member Opportunities

FREE Substance Use Training Event

Join Thrive Therapy Space on July 15 for a free, in-person training on substance use assessment. Whether you're a licensed clinician or eager to learn, this is your chance to grow your skills and connections in a supportive setting. CEU credits are available. Learn more here.

Erie Gives - Last Call!

Erie nonprofits, the last day to register for Erie Gives is this Saturday, July 12! Ensure your membership with us at NPP is active through August 12 to participate. Need additional resources, trainings, and marketing materials? Head over to the NPP Erie Gives Tool Kit for assistance.

Funding Finds

Zurn Foundation, Inc

Application Deadline: November 1, 2025

Average Awards of $4,000

Grant that supports organizations advancing basic needs, education, and environmental protection—focusing on essentials like food and shelter, equitable access to learning and workforce development, and safeguarding natural resources for future generations.

Jams Foundation ACF Initiative for Students and Youth

Application Deadline: January 12, 2026 (pre-proposal)

Awards of $40,000

Grant that supports conflict resolution education and training for youth in Pre-K through 12th grade, as well as the adults who work with them to directly transfer these essential skills.

Ford Friendship Express Program

The application deadline for the Erie Ford Dealers 2025 Ford Friendship Express Program is approaching! Erie-area nonprofits can apply by July 31 for a chance to receive a new Ford Transit Van. Nonprofits in Erie, Crawford, and Warren counties are eligible to apply. Learn more and access the application at buyfordnow.com under the “Local Events” tab.

Helping Today Grants

The Erie Community Foundation’s Helping Today grant program offers up to $50,000 for Erie County nonprofits addressing key community issues. Funding supports a wide range of needs, with the next deadline on August 1. Learn more here.

#NonprofitJobs

Executive Director with Erie Center for Arts & Technology

Director of Growth with Grants Plus

Human Resources Specialist with Sarah Reed Children's Center

Guest Services Supervisor with the Erie Zoo

Community Innovation Lead with Erie's Black Wall Street

House Manager (part time) with the Erie Playhouse

Public Programs Coordinator (part time) with Asbury Woods

View Openings | Post an Opportunity

Posting to the NPP Job Board is FREE for members using our special VIP code. The code can be found inside the membership portal, or by emailing info@yournpp.org.

Looking to post volunteer opportunities?

Visit the ServErie 365 portal to learn more!

Strategic Planning Consultant Opportunity with Statewide Organization

Our friends at the Pennsylvania Community Foundation Association (PACFA) are seeking a strategic planning consultant to guide their first-ever planning process. The selected consultant will help shape PACFA’s next five years through stakeholder engagement, vision-setting, and business model development. Proposals are due August 1, 2025—view the full RFP here.

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