Local & Regional Grantmakers

Lititz Chapter AMBUCS

Since 1955, National AMBUCS, Inc. has awarded scholarships to students pursuing degrees in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech language pathology and hearing audiology. To date, more than $9.3 million in scholarships have been awarded to nearly 16,500 students.

AMBUCS offers scholarships to students (U.S. citizens) in their junior/senior year in a bachelor’s degree program, or a graduate program leading to a master’s or doctoral degree.

Awards range from $500 to $1,500 annually. There is one two-year award in the amount of $6,000. Approximately $225,000 is awarded annually. Grants are deposited each semester to the student’s credit account with the financial aid office of the institution.

Students must be accepted in an accredited program by the appropriate health therapy profession authority in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech language pathology, and hearing audiology. Assistant programs or undergraduate programs are not eligible.

Awards are based on financial need, US citizenship, commitment to local community, demonstrated academic accomplishment, character for compassion and integrity, and career objectives.

Lancaster Chapter:
717-560-0441

Lititz Chapter:
(717) 271-1098

• Priorities: Scholarships for physical, occupational, speech and hearing therapists; Trikes for children with disabilities
• Typical Gift Range: $500 - $1,500
• Funding Deadlines: Accepts applications from February 12 @ 5pm to May 7 @ midnight

M&T Charitable Foundation

The M&T Charitable Foundation strives to strengthen our communities by providing support for a diverse range of civic, cultural, health and human service organizations through grants, employee volunteerism and in-kind services.

Our Mission

A Responsibility as a Corporate Citizen

Healthy communities are the foundation of successful businesses. The M&T Charitable Foundation works in partnership with non-profit organizations that focus on improving the quality of life for our customers, employees and neighbors. Our decisions are made locally, by the people who know their communities best.

​​A Foundation for Giving

The M&T Charitable Foundation offers financial support and resources to many types of organizations, including, but not limited to, those that support:

• Arts/Culture
• Civic Affairs
• Health Care
• Human Services
• Education

Charitable Contributions Guidelines

All requests received by The M&T Charitable Foundation are reviewed in monthly meetings by local Charitable Contributions Committees.

In general, The M&T Charitable Foundation does not make grants to:

• ​Individuals
• Organizations that lack the 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status
• Political organizations, candidates or lobbying efforts
• Fraternal organizations
• Sports teams
• National or international organizations, unless their programs have significant local impact​

Submission Requirements

If your organization would like to be considered for a charitable contribution, you may be asked to submit the following:

1. Board member list with affiliations
2. Copy of the IRS 501(c)(3) federal tax exemption letter of determination
3. Mission statement/purpose of your organization
4. A list of other sources of funding
5. Annual budget and/or project budget
6. How you will measure the impact of your program​

• Phone: 717-255-2209
• Priorities: Arts and culture, civic affairs, health care, human services, education

Manheim Central Foundation for Educational Enrichment (MCFEE)

MCFEE is a booster club for academics, offering Manheim Central School District students opportunities and experiences above and beyond those available from taxpayer funds. To date, MCFEE has awarded more than $1.252 million to support creative programs and experiences that have benefited over 90% of the students in our community.

Examples of MCFEE-funded initiatives:

• Technology for the classroom, including computers, cameras, digital microscopes and smart boards
• Global positioning equipment for the Ag Ed Department
• Guest musicians, artists and educators in the classroom
• Junior Achievement
• International Culture Day
• District Art Show
• …and much more!

As an independent, community-based non-profit organization, MCFEE is dedicated to fostering excellence in education.

Click here for more information concerning grants.

• Phone: 717-951-0710
• Priorities: Grants for teachers to provide innovative academic, artistic and vocational programs for students in the Manheim Central School District
• Typical Gift Range: $1,000
• Funding Deadlines: Late September

Manheim Central Student Loan Fund Association

The Manheim Central Student Loan Fund, founded in November 1957 (approximately 61 years), is a non-profit community organization which provides low interest loans for Manheim Central High School graduates who would like to pursue further education.

MCSLF annually distributes approximately $325,000 to Manheim Central High School students to further their education through college or vocational training. MCSLF currently has over $1.6 million in assets comprised entirely of student loans or cash restricted for use as student loans. MCSLF currently has approximately 250 active borrowers (greater than one entire “class” at Manheim Central). Since MCSLF’s inception in 1957, we have granted over $5.35 million in student loans to more than 875 Manheim Central High School graduates.

MCSLF is an all-volunteer, non-profit community service organization and is tax exempt pursuant to section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. All contributions are tax-deductible.

MCSLF is administered by an eleven member volunteer Board of Directors made up of local community leaders, current and former Manheim Central faculty and administrators all of whom have a passion to see Manheim Central students and graduates succeed in their careers and chosen fields of endeavors..

• Phone: 717-665-5618
• Priorities: Low interest loans for Manheim Central High School graduates
• Typical Gift Range: $2000/year for up to four years
• Funding Deadlines: April 30

Manheim Touchdown Club Endowment Fund

The Manheim Touchdown Club was founded in 1998 as a non-profit organization “for the purpose of development, promotion, and support of Manheim scholastic football, including recognition and financial aid for exceptional student athletes within the greater community”.

Initially, Coach Mike Williams and founding President Jerry Kulp brought together Manheim area business leaders to discuss ways in which to fund football related capital projects which could otherwise not be funded by the Manheim Central School District.

Over the years the MTC has not only benefited the Manheim Central H.S. football program but also has become an asset to all member schools of the Lancaster-Lebanon-Berks Football League. It is recognized as a leading promoter of high school football in Central Pennsylvania with the Tri-County All-Star Football Game and the annual MTC High School and College Awards Banquet in the month of May.

The Manheim Touchdown Club has awarded scholarships annually since it’s foundation. The scholarships recognize the academic accomplishments of seniors, both male and female, who are active in sports and who exemplify character, scholarship and athletic ability.

• Phone: 717-871-4154
• Priorities: Scholarships for post-secondary education for Manheim Central Scholar athletes
• Typical Gift Range: $1,000