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Pennsylvania grants for Independent school districts

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Solar Energy Program (SEP)
$5,000,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 2, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support for solar energy projects and equipment manufacturing in Pennsylvania, targeting businesses, nonprofits, and local governments to promote renewable energy development.

Energy
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Arts Education Programming
Contact for amount
William Penn Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jan 29, 2026

Date Added

Jun 23, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in Philadelphia that aim to expand access to high-quality arts education for school-aged youth, particularly those from historically marginalized communities.

Arts
Nonprofits
Sponsorship Program
$500
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 26, 2024

This program provides funding for events that raise awareness about the restoration and protection of natural resources in the Chesapeake Bay and Maryland's watersheds, targeting nonprofits and community organizations.

Environment
Nonprofits
Manufacturing PA Training-to-Career Grant Program
$200,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 18, 2025

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Pennsylvania to create and expand training and awareness initiatives that prepare individuals facing employment barriers for entry-level jobs in the manufacturing sector.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Responsive, Accountable Local Government in Philadelphia Grant Program
$2,500,000
William Penn Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jan 29, 2026

Date Added

Jun 23, 2025

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Philadelphia that aim to improve civic engagement and strengthen the relationship between residents and local government.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Montco 2040 Implementation Grant Program
$350,000
Montgomery County
Local

Application Deadline

Mar 1, 2026

Date Added

Feb 21, 2025

This program provides funding to municipalities in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, to implement projects that enhance community connectivity, sustainability, and economic vibrancy in line with the county's comprehensive plan.

Community Development
City or township governments
Opportunity Fund - Arts and Social & Economic Justice
$18,690,750
Opportunity Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Jan 15, 2026

Date Added

Apr 25, 2025

This funding opportunity supports small and mid-sized arts organizations and initiatives in the Greater Pittsburgh area that promote social and economic justice, focusing on civil rights, the arts, and essential safety net services.

Social Advocacy
Nonprofits
Supporting Outdoor Programming
$300,000
William Penn Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jan 29, 2026

Date Added

Jun 23, 2025

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Philadelphia and Camden that create outdoor programs to engage communities in parks, trails, and waterways, promoting physical activity and environmental stewardship.

Environment
Nonprofits
Alternative and Clean Energy Program (ACE)
$2,000,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 13, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to businesses and organizations in Pennsylvania for developing and implementing alternative and clean energy projects, helping to create jobs and promote sustainable energy solutions.

Energy
City or township governments
Public School Facility Improvement Grant Program
$5,000,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED)
State

Application Deadline

Mar 13, 2026

Date Added

Mar 28, 2024

This program provides funding to public school districts and area career and technical schools for necessary improvements to their facilities.

Education
Independent school districts
Pennsylvania Infrastructure Bank (PIB)
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This program provides low-interest loans to a variety of organizations, including municipalities and transportation authorities, to finance critical transportation infrastructure projects across Pennsylvania.

Transportation
City or township governments
Advocacy for Child-Serving Systems
$500,000
William Penn Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jan 29, 2026

Date Added

Jun 23, 2025

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Pennsylvania that advocate for increased public investment in early childhood education, K-12 education, home visiting programs, and out-of-school time services to address funding inequities.

Social Advocacy
Nonprofits
Elsie H. Hillman Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
Elsie H. Hillman Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 6, 2023

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities in southwestern Pennsylvania to support community development, health, education, and civic engagement initiatives that enhance the quality of life for local residents.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
The Pirates Charities Fields for Kids - Field Grant
$10,000
Pirates Charities
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 2, 2024

This program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, schools, and local government units in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia for the construction and maintenance of youth baseball and softball fields.

Recreation
Nonprofits
The Pirates Charities Fields for Kids - Equipment Grant
$25,000
Pirates Charities
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 2, 2024

This grant provides financial support for significant renovations and upgrades to youth baseball and softball fields in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia, helping to enhance facilities for local communities.

Recreation
Nonprofits
York and Lancaster Counties Habitat Improvement Grant
$75,000
Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission
State

Application Deadline

Feb 20, 2026

Date Added

Dec 10, 2025

This program provides funding for environmental restoration projects in York and Lancaster Counties, Pennsylvania, targeting habitat improvement and sediment reduction efforts by eligible government agencies, conservation districts, and qualified nonprofits.

Environment
Nonprofits
Environment and Public Space Program
Contact for amount
William Penn Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 23, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations in Philadelphia for planting and maintaining trees in underserved neighborhoods to improve green space and community health.

Environment
Nonprofits
Caregiver Supports and Opportunities for Early Learning
$800,000
William Penn Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jan 29, 2026

Date Added

Jun 23, 2025

This funding opportunity supports programs in Philadelphia that provide essential resources and learning experiences for pregnant and parenting families with young children, particularly those from underserved communities.

Education
Nonprofits
Conservation Innovation Grants State Program Pennsylvania
$75,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture - Natural Resources Conservation Service
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2024

Date Added

Jun 3, 2024

Notice of Funding Opportunity SummaryNRCS is announcing the availability of Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) State Program funding to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. Applications are accepted from eligible entities (Section C) for projects carried out in the state of Pennsylvania. A total of up to $225,000 is available for the Pennsylvania CIG competition in FY 2024. All non-Foreign, non-federal entities (NFE) and individuals are invited to apply, with the sole exception of federal agencies. Projects may be between one and three years in duration. The maximum award amount for a single award in FY 2024 is $75,000.For new users of Grants.gov, see Section D. of the full Notice of Funding Opportunity for information about steps required before submitting an application via Grants.gov. Completing all steps required to start an application can take a significant amount of time, plan accordingly.Key DatesApplicants must submit their applications via Grants.gov by 11:59 pm Eastern Time on July 31, 2024. For technical issues with Grants.gov, contact Grants.gov Applicant Support at 1-800-518-4726 or [email protected]. Awarding agency staff cannot support applicants regarding Grants.gov accounts.For inquiries specific to the content of the NFO requirements, contact the federal awarding agency contact (section G of this NFO). Please limit questions to those regarding specificinformation contained in this NFO (such as dates, page numbers, clarification of discrepancies, etc.). Questions related to eligibility, or the merits of a specific proposal will not be addressed.A webinar for CIG applicants is scheduled for June 12, 2024 at 9am Eastern Standard Time. Information on how to participate in the webinar will be posted to the PA CSP website. Applicants are encouraged to visit the Pennsylvania State CIG website to learn more about the CIG program.The agency anticipates making selections by August 31, 2024 and expects to execute awards by September 30, 2024. These dates are estimates and are subject to change.

Agriculture
City or township governments
FY25 Section 319 Nonpoint Source Management Grants
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 2, 2024

This funding opportunity supports projects aimed at reducing nonpoint source pollution in Pennsylvania's watersheds, particularly in Environmental Justice Areas, by improving water quality through initiatives like agricultural runoff control and urban stormwater management.

Environment
Nonprofits