The Luzerne Foundation Charitable Funds

The Luzerne Foundation Charitable Funds

The Luzerne Foundation is a community foundation serving Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, dedicated to improving the quality of life for residents across the region. 

The Foundation manages more than 500 charitable funds that provide long-term support to nonprofit organizations and community initiatives. These funds help address important community needs by supporting education and scholarships, social services, arts and culture, health and wellness, youth programs, community development, and environmental preservation.

Many of these funds were created by individuals, families, and organizations in the community who want to make a difference but may not operate a traditional nonprofit or brick-and-mortar organization. Through volunteer leadership and local engagement, these charitable funds support specific causes and philanthropic goals that benefit the community.

The Luzerne Foundation provides the professional stewardship that allows these funds to succeed. The Foundation manages the accounting, reporting, administration, and oversight typically required of a nonprofit organization, ensuring that each fund operates responsibly and effectively while maximizing its impact on the community.