Burns: Security, substance abuse education grants available
Funding available to continue fight against substance abuse
Rep. Frank Burns January 20, 2021 | 11:20 AM
EBENSBURG, Jan. 20 – State Rep. Frank Burns, D-Cambria, is urging organizations or programs that work to curb substance abuse to consider applying for several state grant programs that are now available.
“As your state representative, I am dedicated to making sure Cambria County receives its fair share of state investment and support,” Burns said. “That’s why I’m urging local groups and nonprofits to consider applying for these grants – we need this funding making a difference here, not being spent in the big cities.”
Informing and encouraging government, nonprofit and other eligible entities to apply for available grants is one of Burns’ top priorities – and his office stands ready to help those that wish to apply. Since taking office Burns has secured more than $200 million in state grants for local projects and programs, funding everything from anti-bulling in school programs, to job training and infrastructure projects.
Grant programs available include:
Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Nonprofit Security Grant Fund Program
Who May Apply: 501(c)(3) nonprofits that principally serve individuals, groups, or institutions included within a bias motivation category for single bias hate crime incidents as identified by the FBI.
Use: Security planning and training, threat assessments, equipment, technology, specialty-trained canines, and upgrades to existing structures.
Funds: Grants between $5,000 and $150,000. See guidelines for match requirements.
Application Deadline: February 3
More Information: Click on Non-Profit Security Grant Fund (pa.gov).
Pennsylvania Commission on Crime & Delinquency: 2020 Substance Abuse Education and Demand Reduction – Youth Focus
Who May Apply: Nonprofit organizations. Nonprofits may jointly apply or partner with a local government or school district, but direct awards cannot be made to government entities.
Use: To provide research-based or evidence-based approaches to prevention, intervention, training, treatment, and education services to youth and their families to reduce and/or eliminate youth substance abuse.
Funds: PCCD will accept applications for two-year grants with budgets not to exceed $150,000 over two years. There are no match requirements.
Application Deadline: February 24
More Information: Click on Egrants (pa.gov) and choose “2020 Substance Abuse Education (SAEDR) - Youth.”
Pennsylvania Commission on Crime & Delinquency: 2020 Substance Abuse Education and Demand Reduction – Category 1 – Adult
Who May Apply: Nonprofit organizations. Nonprofits may jointly apply or partner with a local government, but direct awards cannot be made to government entities.
Use: To provide research-based or evidence-based approaches to prevention, intervention, training, treatment, and education services to adults and their families to combat opioid/heroin overdoses. Only new projects will be funded. Project expansions or continuations are not eligible for funding under this solicitation.
Funds: PCCD will accept applications for two-year grants with budgets not to exceed $150,000 over two years. There are no match requirements.
Application Deadline: February 24
More Information: Click on Egrants (pa.gov) and choose “2020 Substance Abuse Education (SAEDR) Cat 1-Adult.”
Pennsylvania Commission on Crime & Delinquency: 2020 Substance Abuse Education and Demand Reduction – Category 2 & 3
Who May Apply: Statewide nonprofit organizations. Nonprofits may partner with a local government or school district, but direct awards cannot be made to government entities.
Use: To provide statewide or regional programs. Category 2 funds are intended to educate youth, caregivers of youth, and employers about the dangers of substance abuse. Category 3 funds are intended to educate employers, unions, and employees about the dangers of substance use in the workplace.
Funds: PCCD will accept applications for one-year projects with budgets not to exceed $275,000. There are no match requirements.
Application Deadline: February 24
More Information: Click on Egrants (pa.gov) and choose “2020 Substance Abuse Education (SAEDR) Cat 2 & 3.”