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Pennsylvania grants for Public and State controlled institutions of higher education

Explore 137 grant opportunities

Violence & Delinquency Prevention Programs
$250,000
Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 25, 2026

This funding opportunity supports local governments, nonprofits, and educational institutions in Pennsylvania to implement community-based programs that prevent youth violence and delinquency while promoting collaboration and effective reentry services for system-involved youth.

Youth
City or township governments
Environmental Education Grants Program
$65,000
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 11, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for educational projects that promote environmental awareness and stewardship among schools, nonprofits, and community organizations in Pennsylvania.

Education
Independent school districts
The Dairy Farm Improvement & Modernization Grant
$100,000
Vermont Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 29, 2025

This grant provides financial support to dairy farmers and related organizations in the Northeast to improve farm operations, enhance milk quality, and address climate challenges.

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

Application Deadline

Not specified

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
Watershed Assistance Grant Program
$150,000
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 17, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments and nonprofit organizations in Maryland, West Virginia, and select areas of Pennsylvania for early-stage projects focused on watershed restoration and planning to improve water quality and promote environmental sustainability.

Environment
State governments
Increasing Investment in Philadelphia Parks
$2,500,000
William Penn Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 18, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities to boost investment in Philadelphia's parks and recreation system, particularly in underserved communities.

Environment
Nonprofits
Orphan or Abandoned Well Plugging Grant Program
$1,000,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 25, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to municipalities, nonprofits, and other organizations in Pennsylvania for the cleanup and sealing of orphaned or abandoned oil and gas wells to protect public health and the environment.

Environment
City or township governments
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
Flood Mitigation Program (FMP)
$500,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

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
Greenways, Trails and Recreation Grant Program
$250,000
Pennsylvania Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 25, 2026

This program provides funding to municipalities, nonprofits, and educational institutions in Pennsylvania for projects that enhance public parks, trails, and recreational spaces, promoting environmental conservation and community well-being.

Environment
City or township governments
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
Community Impact Grants
$25,000
South Mountain Partnership
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 20, 2026

This funding opportunity supports projects that enhance the natural, cultural, agricultural, and recreational resources of south-central Pennsylvania, encouraging collaboration among nonprofits, municipalities, and educational institutions to improve community well-being and ecological integrity.

Environment
Nonprofits
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

Not specified

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
Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education Program
$400,000
Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 17, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations that deliver integrated English language and civics education combined with workforce training to help adult English learners secure employment in high-demand industries.

Education
Nonprofits
Chesapeake Bay Small Watershed Grants Program
$750,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 13, 2026

This program provides funding for community-driven conservation projects that improve water quality and habitat in the Chesapeake Bay watershed, targeting local organizations, governments, and educational institutions.

Environment
Nonprofits
School Safety and Mental Health Grant Program
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 10, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to public schools in Pennsylvania to improve student and staff safety and mental health through various security and behavioral health initiatives.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Community Charging Funding Opportunity Round 2 for the Western Region
$1,000,000
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Nov 20, 2026

Date Added

Jun 16, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to eligible organizations for the planning, construction, and maintenance of publicly accessible electric vehicle charging stations in western Pennsylvania, focusing on underserved areas and community-centered locations.

Transportation
Nonprofits
Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation Education Grant Program
$25,000
Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 4, 2026

This grant provides funding to organizations in Pennsylvania for educational programs that promote fishing and boating participation, particularly targeting underrepresented communities and ensuring accessibility.

Education
Nonprofits
Dual Credit Innovation Grant
$1,000,000
Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 17, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Pennsylvania public higher education institutions to expand dual credit programs for high school students, particularly those facing barriers to access, enabling them to earn both high school and college credits simultaneously.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education