Arts for All

The Arts for All grant initiative, of the Greater Harrisburg Community Foundation, a regional foundation of The Foundation for Enhancing Communities, is a unique funding opportunity to improve the efficiency of arts grant funding and increase the overall impact of grant funding for arts programming in our communities.

This arts-focused grant opportunity brings together a collection of funds intended only to support arts & cultural organizations within South Central Pennsylvania. Arts & Cultural programs reflect the essence of the community and its surroundings, working to cultivate a cultural identity by setting the community apart and attracting people to its uniqueness. Arts and cultural offerings help express a community’s values and create an elevated sense of awareness for community members and visitors. When arts and culture interweave in the fabric of a community, it helps cities attract tourists, attract diverse talent, bring about innovation and grow the economy.

Arts & Cultural programs enhance our community in the following ways:

Promote Interaction in Public Space
Increase Civic Participation Through Celebrations
Engage Youth in the Community
Promote the Power and Preservation of Place
Broaden Participation in the Civic Agenda

Organizations interested in applying for Arts for All Grants can get more information on our grants overview page.

Interested in donating? You can donate to Arts for All here.

Grantmaking Committee

Chris Baldrige
Sharia Benn
Thomas Darr
Anne Finucane
Julia Foley
Marlene Kanuck
Renee Lieux – Chair/Lead
Neal Rhoads

2025 Grants

Totem Pole Playhouse | $5,000
Expands access to live theater for elementary and middle school students, nurturing creativity and a lifelong love of the arts.

Ned Smith Center for Nature and Art | $1,000
Presents rotating exhibitions in its three galleries, connecting visitors with diverse artistic themes and the legacy of Ned Smith.

Cumberland County Library System Foundation | $1,000
Continues Beautify the Barriers, a mural project that engages artists and students to transform public spaces.

Market Square Concerts | $3,000
Provides free educational outreach programs that bring world-class musicians to children and adults across cultural and economic backgrounds.

Chambersburg Community Theatre | $5,000
Produces Fiddler on the Roof, offering one free performance open to the community.

J. Herman Bosler Memorial Library | $3,000
Presents free monthly concerts at the library, expanding access to live music for all ages.

Cumberland Valley School of Music | $5,000
Supports its arts-integrated preschool, providing inclusive and high-quality instruction for 300 young learners.

West Shore Symphony Orchestra | $2,000
Presents its 38th anniversary season, performing a diverse repertoire to engage and inspire audiences.

All In Theatre | $3,000
Offers an inclusive introductory theater class for children of all abilities to explore the performing arts.

Communities in Schools of Pennsylvania | $5,000
Creates an Art Nook program to bring visual arts education into Susquehanna Township schools.

Open Stage of Harrisburg | $7,500
Expands its student matinee tours, making live theater more accessible to schools throughout the region.

Arts Alliance of Greater Waynesboro | $7,500
Presents Destination ARTS!, a series of free and low-cost events that build a vibrant community through music and visual arts.

Dwennimmen | $5,000
Hosts the SoulFit Festival, celebrating cultural diversity through African dance, drumming and wellness programming.

Alexander Hamilton Memorial Free Library | $1,700
Offers hands-on STEAM programming for youth through its Art Cart programs.

Hershey Symphony Orchestra Society | $5,000
Provides middle and high school students with orchestral education and performance opportunities.

Harrisburg Area YMCA | $5,000
Supports its STEAM Camp, helping children build confidence, creativity and essential skills.

Lebanon Valley Council on the Arts | $2,400
Hosts START, a summer program that includes an art club, mural installation and mask-making workshops.

Shakespeare Page to Stage | $5,500
Brings Shakespeare performances and educational programs to Carlisle through free plays and community activities.

Nick Services | $4,072.70
Provides a nine-week art program for children in Lebanon County, offering a safe and encouraging learning space.

Gamut Theatre Group | $5,000
Produces its annual Free Shakespeare in the Park, making theater accessible to the Harrisburg community.

Central Pennsylvania Friends of Jazz | $7,000
Expands youth jazz education through its Ron Waters Jazz Band and annual jazz camp.

Chinese for Affirmative Action | $5,000
Supports an artist residency program for Bhutanese youth and young adults in Harrisburg.

Sankofa African American Theatre Company | $7,500
Presents culturally relevant productions and educational programs that highlight African American perspectives.

Music at Gretna | $2,000
Enhances accessibility during its 50th anniversary season.

Chambersburg Ballet Guild | $7,500
Partners with schools to provide free Nutcracker performances for fifth-grade students.

Wilson College | $2,000
Hosts a creative writing colloquium where writers of all ages can learn from published authors.

Waynesboro Area Business Education and Community Foundation | $3,500
Collaborates with a local artist to create StoryWalks and hands-on arts experiences for students.

Trinity Preschool of Harrisburg | $1,632.50
Expands its arts-related programming and field trips for young learners.

Neurodiverse Network, Inc. | $2,000
Provides art activities and maker space opportunities for neurodivergent individuals.

Perry County Council of the Arts | $4,000
Delivers Drop-In Art programs that introduce children to creative expression.

Harrisburg Men’s Chorus | $7,500
Presents free concerts that celebrate the LGBTQ+ musical perspective and reach underserved audiences.

Big Spring Senior Center | $2,000
Engages seniors in creative aging programs that promote self-expression and connection.

Tri-County Opportunities Industrialization Center | $3,500
Combines literacy and theater education to help adult learners improve reading and communication skills.

Carlisle Arts Learning Center | $7,500
Continues collaborative programs that provide middle and high school students with opportunities to explore art in community settings.

The PIER Foundation | $5,000
Offers a majorette dance camp and program that connects Dauphin County youth with cultural pride and performance opportunities.