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Pennsylvania Capacity Building Grants

Explore 80 grant opportunities

Grants to Preserve Urban Gardens and Farms
$1,500,000
William Penn Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 23, 2025

Date Added

Sep 16, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and government agencies in Philadelphia to secure existing urban gardens and farms from development threats, aiming to increase their long-term preservation and community impact.

Environment
Nonprofits
Business in Our Sites Grants/Loans (BOS)
$4,000,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 2, 2024

This funding opportunity assists communities in developing a portfolio of ready sites to attract and support growing businesses, with loans available specifically for private developers.

Business and Commerce
City or township governments
Bucks Innovation & Improvement Grants
$15,000
Foundations Community Partnership
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 15, 2025

Date Added

Sep 3, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, for innovative projects that enhance the well-being of children, young adults, and families, particularly in the areas of behavioral health and human services.

Health
Nonprofits
Reducing Illegal Dumping
$750,000
William Penn Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 23, 2025

Date Added

Sep 16, 2025

This funding opportunity provides up to $750,000 for nonprofit and government organizations to implement sustainable solutions that reduce illegal dumping in underserved neighborhoods of Philadelphia.

Environment
Nonprofits
City Revitalization and Improvement Zone (CRIZ)
$10,000,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 23, 2024

This program provides financial support to municipalities for revitalizing underutilized areas, creating jobs, and boosting local economies through the development of designated zones.

Science and Technology
City or township governments
Funds to Increase Urban Trees
$2,500,000
William Penn Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 23, 2025

Date Added

Sep 16, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and government entities in Philadelphia to plant and care for at least 35,000 trees by 2035, focusing on community engagement and environmental equity.

Environment
Nonprofits
Target Funding-Rapid Response Grants
$15,000
Foundations Community Partnership
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Sep 3, 2025

This funding opportunity provides emergency financial support to qualified nonprofits in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, to help them maintain essential behavioral health and human service programs for children and families during times of sudden funding loss or reimbursement delays.

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

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2025

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
Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP)
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 23, 2024

This program provides funding to communities to combat the housing crisis caused by foreclosures and problematic mortgage lending, enabling them to revitalize neighborhoods and support affected residents.

Housing
County governments
Peer and Circuit Rider Grant Programs
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 11, 2024

This funding opportunity supports local governments and municipal agencies in improving their recreational and conservation services through collaborative projects and shared professional expertise.

Community Development
City or township governments
Pitt Momentum Funds - Teaming Grant
$60,000
University of Pittsburgh
Private

Application Deadline

Dec 3, 2025

Date Added

Oct 6, 2025

This grant provides funding to University of Pittsburgh faculty for developing interdisciplinary collaborations that can lead to significant external research funding opportunities.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
WellSpan Emergency Services Fund
Contact for amount
Adams County Community Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 6, 2023

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit emergency medical service providers in Adams County, Pennsylvania, to collaborate and improve their operations for a more effective regional EMS system.

Safety
Nonprofits
Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Guarantee Program
$5,000,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 13, 2024

This program provides financial guarantees to support local governments and developers in revitalizing underutilized properties and stimulating economic growth in communities across the Commonwealth.

Income Security and Social Services
City or township governments
Helping Today Grant Program
$50,000
The Erie Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 15, 2025

Date Added

Sep 18, 2025

This program provides funding to nonprofits in Erie County, Pennsylvania, to support a wide range of projects that address community needs in areas such as economic growth, education, health, and community development.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Community Development Block Grant – Cares (CDBG-CV)
$71,493,980
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 2, 2024

This funding provides financial assistance to eligible municipalities in Pennsylvania for community development activities aimed at preventing, preparing for, and responding to the impacts of COVID-19.

Community Development
City or township governments
Tourism Accredited Zoos Program
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 15, 2024

This funding is available to accredited zoos in Pennsylvania to support their efforts in maintaining high standards of animal care, conservation, and public education.

Safety
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H2O PA – High Hazard Unsafe Dam Projects
$20,000,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 14, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to Pennsylvania municipalities and agencies for the repair, rehabilitation, or removal of high hazard unsafe dams that threaten populated areas.

Capacity Building
City or township governments
Strategic Management Planning Program (STMP)
$200,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 18, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial assistance to Pennsylvania local governments to develop and implement long-term financial management strategies that enhance fiscal stability and service delivery.

Science and Technology
County governments
H2O PA – Water Supply, Sanitary Sewer and Storm Water Projects
$20,000,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 14, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to municipalities and municipal authorities for the construction of essential drinking water, sanitary sewer, and stormwater management projects.

Capacity Building
City or township governments
Sports Marketing and Tourism Program (STAMP)
$1,000,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 14, 2024

This funding is designed to help attract and support high-quality amateur and professional sports and e-sports events in Pennsylvania, boosting tourism and economic growth throughout the state.

Recreation
Small businesses