The Community Foundation of Upper St. Clair aims to enrich the community by supporting activities and programs, developing partnerships, and awarding grants in the focus areas of Arts, Health, and STEM. The goal is to provide financial support for special programs and projects not funded by tax dollars, thereby augmenting the many advantages of living in Upper St. Clair.
The Community Foundation of Upper St. Clair Grants program supports initiatives that positively impact the community, particularly in the fields of Arts, Health, and STEM. Grants are given to projects that align with the foundation's mission and stand to benefit the residents of Upper St. Clair. Evaluation of grant requests considers the project’s scope, potential long-term impact, budget, and the number of individuals affected. Priority is given to projects with budgets under $5,000, those affecting over 1,000 individuals, projects demonstrating financial commitment from other sources, and applicants who have not previously received grants, aiming for the broadest community impact.