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Pennsylvania grants for Public and State controlled institutions of higher education

Explore 92 grant opportunities

Delaware Watershed Conservation Fund
$2,000,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 1, 2025

This funding opportunity supports projects that enhance fish and wildlife habitats, improve water quality, and promote outdoor recreation within the Delaware River watershed, targeting nonprofits, educational institutions, government agencies, and Tribal organizations.

Natural Resources
Nonprofits
Our Legacy Fund
Contact for amount
McKean County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 2, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, schools, and municipalities in McKean County that are working on effective solutions to local issues, promoting social change, equity, and community development.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Osteopathic Medicine Community Enhancing Grant Program
$50,000
Pennsylvania Osteopathic Medical Association Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 30, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and educational institutions in Pennsylvania for projects that promote community health and education through the principles of osteopathic medicine.

Health
Nonprofits
Statewide Waterway Access Grant Program
$30,000
Pennsylvania Organization for Watersheds and Rivers (POWR)
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 29, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to public entities and nonprofit organizations in Pennsylvania for projects that enhance public access to waterways, ensuring they remain open and free for community use for 25 years.

Infrastructure
Nonprofits
Behavioral Highway Safety Grants
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT)
State

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This program provides funding to local governments, universities, and nonprofits in Pennsylvania to implement evidence-based strategies that improve roadway safety and reduce traffic-related injuries and fatalities.

Transportation
State governments
Flood Mitigation Program (FMP)
$500,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

Mar 16, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to municipalities, nonprofit organizations, and other eligible entities in Pennsylvania for projects that reduce flood risks and enhance community resilience.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
City or township governments
TD Bank Capacity Building Fund
$150,000
TD Charitable Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 15, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations focused on improving their services for low- to moderate-income and historically underserved communities through strategic investments in planning, staff development, and technology.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Pennsylvania Infrastructure Technology Alliance (PITA)
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 18, 2025

This program provides funding to Pennsylvania universities, industries, and government agencies to foster technological innovation and improve economic development through collaborative infrastructure projects.

Infrastructure
Private institutions of higher education
Increasing Green Stormwater Infrastructure
$2,000,000
William Penn Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 18, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and government entities in Philadelphia and Camden to implement projects that expand green stormwater infrastructure, benefiting local communities and enhancing environmental conditions.

Environment
Nonprofits
2024 Act 13 Unconventional Gas Well Fund Grant
$250,000
Pennsylvania Office of the State Fire Commissioner
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 3, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to fire, emergency medical services, and rescue organizations in areas affected by unconventional gas well drilling, enabling them to enhance their training and acquire necessary equipment for responding to related emergencies.

Safety
Nonprofits
Land Acquisition and Conservation
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding opportunity supports local governments, educational institutions, and qualified nonprofits in Pennsylvania to acquire land for public parks and conservation efforts, enhancing community recreation and protecting vital ecosystems.

Recreation
County governments
Sewage Facilities Program (SFP)
$100,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

Mar 18, 2025

This program provides funding to municipalities and eligible organizations in Pennsylvania for planning activities that ensure compliance with state sewage facility requirements, promoting public health and environmental protection.

Environment
City or township governments
Manufacturing PA Innovation Program
$70,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 18, 2025

This program provides funding for student-led research projects in partnership with Pennsylvania manufacturing companies to drive innovation, enhance competitiveness, and create high-wage jobs in the manufacturing sector.

International Development
Private institutions of higher education
​Agriculture and Youth Program Grant
$25,000
Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 5, 2025

This program provides financial support to youth organizations in Pennsylvania that promote agricultural education, vocational skills, and leadership development for individuals aged 24 and younger.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Legends & Lore® Marker Grant Program
Contact for amount
William G. Pomeroy Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 26, 2025

This grant provides funding for historical markers that celebrate local legends and folklore, aimed at nonprofit organizations and government entities in select U.S. states to promote cultural heritage and tourism.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Sports Event Funding Program
$75,000
Sports & Exhibition Authority
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 14, 2025

This program provides financial support to major sporting events in Allegheny County that can boost the local economy and attract visitors, covering costs like marketing, venue rentals, and production expenses.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Flood Mitigation Program
$500,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 23, 2025

This program provides competitive funding to Pennsylvania municipalities, nonprofits, and other eligible organizations for projects that prevent and mitigate flooding, helping to protect property and infrastructure across the state.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
Field-of-Interest Grant
$25,000
Centre Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 11, 2025

This funding opportunity supports charitable projects in Centre County and nearby areas, focusing on education, health, arts, youth development, and more, for eligible nonprofits, schools, and government agencies.

Health
Nonprofits
Community and Watershed Forestry Program
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial and technical support to municipalities, non-profits, and educational institutions in Pennsylvania for projects that enhance local conservation and urban forestry through the establishment of riparian buffers, native habitats, and community tree initiatives.

Environment
County governments
South Mountain Partnership Flex Grants
$2,000
South Mountain Partnership
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 4, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for small-scale community projects in Pennsylvania's South Mountain region, focusing on enhancing outdoor access and engagement, particularly for diverse communities.

Environment
Nonprofits