The Sprout Fund

About The Sprout Fund

The Sprout Fund was a Pittsburgh‑based nonprofit grantmaking organization that operated from 2001 to 2018. It funded and supported grassroots projects, community‑driven arts, learning initiatives, and economic‑opportunity programs, investing nearly $8 million in over 1,500 ideas to strengthen the city’s civic life. The organization fostered community connections, public art, and innovative social‑impact programs before sunset, leaving a legacy of resources and best‑practice guides for future civic leaders.