The Summit Foundation supports a thriving local nonprofit sector that collaborates and innovates to find solutions.
We strategically allocate funds through competitive grant cycles and a rigorous process of due diligence aimed at creating positive impact on the lives of community members.
Our grantmaking supports, but is not limited to, programs and initiatives aimed at:
- Civic and community resource development
- Children and adults with disabilities
- College scholarships
- Cultural programs and the arts
- Educational programs for all ages
- Food and housing security
- Health and medical care
- Public space improvement and conservation
- Senior care and life-enrichment programming
Unrestricted General Fund
Numerous programs and projects providing services in Summit and surrounding communities
Cole-Matreyek Fund
Health-related programs and projects, with special focus on services to those who reside in Elizabeth, NJ
Ganner Family Fund
Children suffering from physical, mental, or emotional disabilities who are 15 years and younger
Ann P. Neupauer Fund
Research in the areas of cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, and other health-related fields
Gene Fox Recyclers Fund
Recycling, conservation, and environmental projects and programs