Princeton Area Community Foundation

06/04/2026

This summer, more children in Trenton will have the opportunity to express their creativity through Artworks Trenton's Youth Art League, thanks in part to a $7,500 Summer Initiative Grant.

The six week camp connects participants with local working artists while providing hands on art experiences, field trips, and access to supplies such as extra clothing so that every child can fully participate.

Congratulations to Artworks Trenton on this grant award, and thank you for helping young people learn, create, and build confidence through the arts.

Learn more about all 25 Summer Initiative grantees: https://pacf.org/500000-in-summer-initiative-grants-awarded-to-25-local-nonprofits-serving-youth-across-greater-mercer/

06/02/2026

Congratulations to the Arts Council of Princeton, one of the recipients of a 2026 Summer Initiative Grant from the Princeton Area Community Foundation!

With a $7,500 grant, the Arts Council of Princeton will provide 15 scholarships through its Creative Access: Summer Studio Scholarships program, helping young people participate in high-quality arts education opportunities this summer. The program will also provide meals, ensuring participants have the support they need to learn, create, and thrive.

Thank you to the Arts Council of Princeton for expanding access to the arts and enriching the lives of young people in our community.

Read more about all 25 Summer Initiative grantees: https://pacf.org/500000-in-summer-initiative-grants-awarded-to-25-local-nonprofits-serving-youth-across-greater-mercer/

05/27/2026

What kind of legacy do you want to leave behind?

As families think about estate planning and wealth transfer, many are finding ways to support both loved ones and the causes that matter most to them. Our latest insight explores how charitable giving can play a meaningful role in creating a lasting impact for future generations.

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Next time you meet with your estate planning attorney, it may be a good idea to check in on your long-term plans and ask yourself questions you might not yet have considered. Some planners, for example, report that more and more clients are reconsidering an automatic estate distribution to heirs. In...

05/21/2026

From grants awarded to some of our favorite highlights, 2025 was a year filled with impact across our region. Take a look back at some of the moments and community investments that defined our year.

05/20/2026

The Princeton Area Community Foundation awarded $500,000 in Summer Initiative grants to 25 local nonprofits helping young people stay engaged, supported, and connected throughout the summer.

From academic enrichment and arts programs to camps, meals, transportation, and mentorship opportunities, these programs are making a meaningful difference for youth and families across Greater Mercer. ☀️

This support is made possible thanks to the generosity of individual donors, corporations, and foundations, including Johnson & Johnson, Care Inspires Care and the Burke Foundation.

Read more about the grantee partners and their work: https://pacf.org/500000-in-summer-initiative-grants-awarded-to-25-local-nonprofits-serving-youth-across-greater-mercer/

05/18/2026

Nonprofits! Register for our grant information session this Thursday, May 21 from 2-3PM.

The Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber of Commerce Community Development Fund supports nonprofits that are located in the Chamber’s five-county footprint and play a critical role in education, leadership, economic opportunity, and self-sufficiency. Established in 2013 with a gift of $500,000 from t...

05/15/2026

Marjorie “Happy” Wallace leaves behind a remarkable legacy of generosity, compassion, and support for women and girls in our community. Her impact will not be forgotten. 💜

View Marjorie Goebel "Happy" Wallace's obituary, send flowers and sign the guestbook.

05/14/2026

Last week, we joined the Princeton-Blairstown Center for their Soirée Under the Stars and were honored to receive the Reverend David H. McAlpin, Jr. Community Champion Award alongside fellow honoree Louise McCants, recipient of the Dr. Frank Broderick Award.

We are grateful for this recognition and proud to support the mission of the Princeton-Blairstown Center, whose work continues to expand opportunity for our youth.

05/13/2026

Grant applications for the Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber Community Development Fund are now open! Register for our grant information session on Thursday, May 21. The deadline to apply for a grant is Wednesday, June 10.

Learn more: https://pacf.org/grants-scholarships/grants/prcc-community-development-fund/

05/11/2026

Last week, we welcomed fundholders to our Annual Fundholder Meeting for a look at our investment philosophy and performance, as well as the impact of our work across the community over the past year.

We are grateful for the opportunity to come together, reflect on what we've accomplished, and look ahead to the work still to come. Thank you to everyone who joined us, and our Investment Committee volunteers.