LVCF Supports Early Childcare Access with $175,500 in Grants
Allentown, Pa., February 28, 2025 — The Lehigh Valley Community Foundation (LVCF) has awarded over $175,500 in general operating grants to local nonprofits dedicated to improving early childcare access. This funding is part of LVCF’s ongoing commitment to addressing early childhood care challenges through strategic, foundation-directed community investments.
“Ensuring that families in our region have access to high-quality, affordable early childcare remains a priority for LVCF,” said Megan Briggs, Vice President for Community Investments. “We recognize that financial support alone won’t solve these challenges, so we are also working alongside community partners and the Early Childhood Education Collaborative to drive sustainable solutions.”
The following organizations have been awarded third-year grants, as part of a three-year funding cycle, with amounts ranging from $20,000 to $25,000 for the fiscal year 2024-25:
• Resurrected Community Development Corporation
• The Children’s Center, Volunteers of America of Pennsylvania
• Third Street Alliance
Additionally, the second grant of two-year grant awards ranging from $2,500 to $14,000 to for 2024-25 have been granted to:
• Community Services for Children
• Fine Feather Foundation Inc.
• Greater Valley YMCA
• Lehigh Valley Children’s Centers, Inc.
• Mindful Child Initiative
• Northampton Community College Foundation
• Pinebrook Family Answers
• ProJeCt of Easton, Inc.
• Red Door Early Learning Center
• Saucon Valley Community Center
• Via of the Lehigh Valley
Addressing Key Challenges
LVCF’s funding strategy is informed by ongoing engagement with community leaders. “Our goal is to foster a long-term, sustainable approach to early childcare access,” explained Briggs. “We’re leveraging not only financial resources but also collaboration, advocacy, and research to drive impactful change in this sector.”
LVCF’s early childcare initiatives align with broader impact areas such as workforce development, family stability, economic mobility, and health. LVCF remains dedicated to ensuring that every child in the region has access to quality early learning opportunities, recognizing the critical role these programs play in shaping a brighter future for both families and the broader community.
For more information about LVCF’s foundation-directed grantmaking: click here.
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