Our mission at the Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains is to improve the region’s quality of life through the power of philanthropy.

We do this by offering individuals, families, and businesses the most effective charitable giving tools available in the marketplace today.

We combine our offerings with unparalleled expertise in the areas of philanthropic planning, nonprofit sector issues, community priorities, and social impact culture dynamics that are driving human progress in the modern era.

Founded in 1998, the Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains is honored to work with hundreds of donors, nonprofits, advisors, and civic leaders to achieve dreams for making the Endless Mountains region of Northeastern Pennsylvania an even better place to live for everyone.

Fast Facts

Established in 1998

Total assets: 40,000,000

In 2025 we made grants totaling $11,000,000

Over 409 funds:
contributions plus the income earned totals $100,000,000

Since The Community Foundation Began

ANNUAL REPORTS

We invite you to view our online  Annual Reports  to get to know us better. In each report, you will find key stats and a listing of funds established by individuals, families, and businesses to support the causes they love the most.

Let's Talk

What is a Community Foundation?

We are so glad you asked!
View our video to find out everything you need to know.

If we move away from the Endless Mountains area, what happens to our fund?

We know you love the Endless Mountains as much as we do! We also know that change is a constant in everyone’s lives. If changes in your life take you away from our region, we will miss you! But your fund is still as flexible as it ever was. You can continue to make grant recommendations to any nonprofit of your choice, whether in the Endless Mountains area or anywhere else in the United States.