Pennsylvania Community Development Grants

This program provides $5,000 grants to small arts organizations in certain Pennsylvania counties to help cover various operational and project-related expenses.

This funding opportunity provides $5,000 to small arts organizations in Pennsylvania with annual revenues between $10,000 and $200,000 to support various administrative and program-related expenses, fostering community impact and equitable access to arts funding.

This funding opportunity provides $5,000 to small arts organizations in Pennsylvania to support their administrative and program-related expenses, helping them thrive and serve their communities.

Applications are now being accepted for the Joe DeMott Port Allegany Community Development Fund. Donor Name: McKean County Community Foundation State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/01/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The fund supports projects that encourage the arts, community development, education, environment, or health and social services within the Port Allegany School District. Funding Information Maximum grant is $1400. Eligibility Criteria Grants from this fund are available to 501c3 organizations, schools, municipalities, or religious organizations that serve the public.  For more information, visit McKean County Community Foundation.

The Erie Community Foundation is accepting applications for its Shaping Tomorrow Grant Program to strengthen nonprofit organizations in Erie County that address key community needs. Donor Name: The Erie Community Foundation State: Pennsylvania County: Erie County (PA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/02/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Prioritize projects that support marginalized communities and fuel inclusive growth strategies through a collective impact approach. Funding Information Range from $50,000 to $250,000. Eligibility Criteria The Erie Community Foundation awards grants to nonprofits defined as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue code that are located within Erie County or demonstrate a sizable population within Erie County.  For more information, visit The Erie Community Foundation.

Helping Today grant program seeks to support Erie County nonprofits addressing the most immediate needs of their community. Donor Name: The Erie Community Foundation State: Pennsylvania County: Erie County (PA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/02/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Prioritize projects that directly benefit individuals and families who are socio-economically disadvantaged or uplift historically marginalized communities. Focused on helping nonprofits build capacity to better address issues in the community, Helping Today grants can support (but are not limited to) the following: operations programming planning marketing/community awareness capital purchases (including technology and vehicles) facilities improvements evaluation Funding Information Do not exceed $50,000 and must be used within 12 months. Eligibility Criteria The Erie Community Foundation awards grants to nonprofits defined as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue code that are located within Erie County or demonstrate a sizable population within Erie County.  Applicants that do not have 501 (c)3 tax-exempt status may apply for a grant using a 501 (c)3 organization as its fiscal sponsor. A fiscal sponsor agreement must be submitted prior to submitting the grant application.  In general, grants are not issued to: individuals, scholarship funds, fundraising events, deficit reduction, endowment campaigns, sectarian religious activities, and reimbursements for expenses already incurred. For more information, visit The Erie Community Foundation.

The Erie Community Foundation is inviting applicants for its Urgent Grants to assist nonprofits experiencing an unbudgeted, unexpected, and time-sensitive crisis. Donor Name: The Erie Community Foundation State: Pennsylvania County: Erie County (PA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/02/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funding Information Do not exceed $15,000. Eligibility Criteria The Erie Community Foundation awards grants to nonprofits defined as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue code that are located within Erie County or demonstrate a sizable population within Erie County. For more information, visit The Erie Community Foundation.

The Acorn Grants provides support to newer and smaller organizations to establish a solid foundation. Donor Name: The Erie Community Foundation State: Pennsylvania County: Erie County (PA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/02/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Prioritize organizations that identify a need and explain how it is essential to build capacity. Funding Information Do not exceed $10,000.  Eligibility Criteria The Erie Community Foundation awards grants to nonprofits defined as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue code that are located within Erie County or demonstrate a sizable population within Erie County.  For more information, visit The Erie Community Foundation.

The Erie Community Foundation is seeking applications for its Transformational Grants. Donor Name: The Erie Community Foundation State: Pennsylvania County: Erie County (PA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/02/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Erie Community Foundation Create meaningful changes in the lives of the people being served. Demonstrate shared goals across a continuum of institutions, organizations, and programs and Identified by The Erie Community Foundation Trustees and staff through their community engagement activities. Contact Pat Herr, Vice President of Community Impact. Eligibility Criteria The Erie Community Foundation awards grants to nonprofits defined as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue code that are located within Erie County or demonstrate a sizable population within Erie County.  For more information, visit The Erie Community Foundation.

This grant provides financial support to non-profit organizations in Philadelphia that care for and support underprivileged, handicapped, or orphaned children, with a focus on both Jewish and Gentile families.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Pennsylvania that focus on charitable, educational, religious, or scientific initiatives.

Applicants are invited to apply for the GHCF Benjamin Franklin Trust Fund Grant. Donor Name: Greater Harrisburg Foundation’s Benjamin Franklin Trust Fund State: Pennsylvania County: Cumberland County (PA), Dauphin County (PA), Franklin County (PA), Juniata County (PA), Lebanon County (PA), Mifflin County (PA), Perry County (PA), York County (PA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/01/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funding Priorities The GHF Benjamin Franklin Trust Fund grant opportunity seeks to support programs and services that work to increase knowledge and/or quality of life or that inspire positive outcomes for individuals and families living in the service area of Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Juniata, Mifflin, Lebanon, and Perry Counties, and/or the Dillsburg area of York County. Funding Information Up to $1,700. Eligibility Criteria  Eligible projects must serve individuals, groups, and/or locations within Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Juniata, Mifflin, Lebanon, and Perry Counties, and the Dillsburg area of York County. Applicants must either be a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, a nonprofit organization as recognized by the IRS as such, or have a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization act as a fiscal sponsor for the proposed project. Grant seekers may apply for any project that best fits their needs, the grant year, and the GHF Benjamin Franklin Trust Fund grant guidelines. For more information, visit TFEC.

This program provides funding to Pennsylvania school districts, municipalities, nonprofit organizations, and businesses to help them transition to cleaner transportation through projects like purchasing alternative fuel vehicles and installing refueling equipment.

This funding opportunity supports community-based programs in Pennsylvania that aim to prevent child abuse and neglect by engaging families and caregivers through evidence-based, long-term interventions.

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.

This grant provides financial support to local governments in Pennsylvania to enhance their recycling programs based on the amount of materials recycled and their recycling rates.

This program provides funding to public and private operators for the construction and improvement of transient moorage facilities for recreational motorboats 26 feet or longer, ensuring they are accessible for short-term stays.

This program provides funding for clean transportation projects in Pennsylvania, targeting school districts, municipalities, nonprofits, and corporations to promote innovative fuel technologies and reduce environmental impact.

The Historical & Archival Records Care (HARC) Grant Program, administered by the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission (PHMC) and the State Historical Records Advisory Board (SHRAB), provides competitive grants to non-profits and local governments for the preservation of historically valuable original documents. The grants support projects such as surveying, inventorying, preserving, arranging, describing historical records, and reformatting or purchasing supplies and equipment. The program aims to enhance public access to Pennsylvania's historical records. Projects must adhere to professional archival standards.

This program provides funding to support the establishment and operation of specialized court systems in Pennsylvania that focus on reducing impaired driving through judicial training and dedicated probation officers.