The Luzerne Foundation aims to identify unmet community needs through the Millennium Circle Fund, a collective of donors contributing to a greater cause. This initiative strives to reach 2,000 members to fund community grants totaling $200,000 or more annually, fostering long-term positive impacts across various sectors.
The Millennium Circle grant program focuses on empowering nonprofit organizations across Luzerne County by providing a $25,000 grant. This initiative supports a broad range of causes, including education, health and human services, the environment, neighborhood improvements, and the arts. Members of The Millennium Circle, who contribute to the fund, play a crucial role in identifying needs within the community and nominating nonprofit organizations for the grant. The selection process involves a voting system where members choose a charity from the finalists to receive the grant, encouraging active participation and a democratic approach to philanthropy.