Community Cornerstone Project
Strengthening Erie, One Life at a Time
The Community Cornerstone Project aims to provide support and resources to individuals and families facing challenges, helping them overcome adversity and build a brighter future. Rooted in the belief of servant leadership, CCP seeks to empower people from all walks of life, offering a safe, non-judgmental space to grow and thrive. The purpose is to build bridges—helping the disenfranchised connect with opportunities they may have thought were beyond reach. CCP will embody the transformation that individuals go through, from struggle to success, and will offer tools, resources, and support to realize their potential.
Erie Gives is a celebration of generosity that brings our entire community together.
Thousands of donors rally behind the nonprofits that make Erie County stronger. Since its launch in 2011, Erie Gives has generated more than $77.7 million for local causes, demonstrating the incredible impact we can make through the power of collective giving.
Supporting your favorite nonprofits is easy. Whether you choose to give online, by check, through your IRA, or with appreciated stock, there are multiple ways to participate and make a difference.
Every gift—large or small—helps participating nonprofits continue their important work today while strengthening the future of our community. Together, we are investing in a stronger Erie County for generations to come.
And...online giving is FREE again in 2026. All credit card and transaction fees will be covered by our generous community partners, meaning 100% of your donation goes to support the nonprofit(s) and causes you care about most!
What are our vision and values?
They will energize the Erie community by creating a hub of opportunity where individuals feel empowered to succeed. Through education, entrepreneurship, and partnerships, CCP cultivates a thriving community to contribute to the growth and well-being of Erie.
What does empowerment mean to us?
Providing a hand-up, not a hand-out through tools, resources, and support to help individuals take control of their lives.
What does a growth mindset mean to us?
Fostering an environment where continuous learning and improvement are prioritized.
Why Faith Driven?
Rooted in faith, offering guidance and motivation for a better future.
What does trust mean to us?
A safe, non-judgmental space where individuals feel listened to and supported.
What does community based mean to us?
Building connections within Erie, creating networks of support, and engaging in meaningful partnerships.
Why honesty & transparency are so important?
Operating with integrity in all relationships and activities.
Help Us Help the Community
Every day, we watch adults find their footing and students discover just how far their potential can carry them — but none of that happens alone. It happens because someone believed enough to help make it possible.
That someone could be you.
Your donation isn't just a gift — it's a classroom that stays open, a mentor who shows up, a chance for someone to take the next step toward the life they're working so hard to build. It's the quiet difference between a struggle that stays a struggle, and a struggle that becomes a story of success.
We can't fulfill our mission of enriching the lives of adults and students without community members like you standing beside us. Every dollar you give goes straight into the programming that changes lives right here in Erie.
Will you help us keep that door open for the next person ready to walk through it?