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E-Blast: LIHEAP is open for applications, following the PA budget, and more!

(7 hours ago)

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E-Blast: You are Welcome Here

(Feb 13, 2026)

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Grant Memo: Transportation, Parks, Pedestrian Safety, School Mental Health, and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Feb 10, 2026)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Department of Conservation and Natural Resources: All-Terrain Vehicle/Snowmobile Grants Who May Apply: County and municipal governments, non-profits, for-profits Use: Planning, acquisition of land, development, rehabilitation, maintenance of ATV or snowmobile trails and facilities, purchase of equipment, and educational programs related to the use of ATVs or snowmobiles Funds: Grants will range between $25,000 and $1,000,000 Application Deadline: March 31, 2026 More information: DCNR Website PROGRAMS OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS: Department of Community and Economic Development: PA SITES Who May Apply: Municipalities, economic development organizations, redevelopment authorities, municipal authorities, industrial development agencies, and for-profit organizations. Use: To develop competitive sites for businesses to relocate or expand within Pennsylvania. Funds: $400 million in funding is available. Application Deadline: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and approved on a quarterly basis More information: DCED Website Department of Community and Economic Development: Manufacturing PA Training-to-Career Grant Who May Apply: Technical and trade schools, school districts, post-secondary academic institutions, workforce investment boards, economic development organizations, and non-profit organizations. For-profit Read more

 

E-Blast: Capitol Updates

(Feb 06, 2026)

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PA House designates January 23, 2026 ‘Maternal Health Awareness Day’

(Feb 04, 2026)

Curry, a co-founder of the Pennsylvania Black Maternal Health Caucus, said the resolution is designed to raise awareness of critical issues surrounding maternal health and the wellbeing of mothers and infants across the state. Read more

 

Transportation, Public Schools, Public Safety, and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Feb 04, 2026)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Commonwealth Financing Authority: Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program Who May Apply: Municipalities, Councils of Governments, Authorized Organizations, Institutions of Higher Education, Watershed Organizations, for profit businesses. Use: Planning, acquisition, development, rehabilitation and repair of greenways, recreational trails, open space, parks and beautification projects. Funds: Grant requests shall not exceed $250,000. Application Deadline: May 31, 2026 More information: CFA Website Commonwealth Financing Authority: Baseline Water Quality Data Program Who May Apply: Municipalities, Councils of Governments, Authorized Organizations, Institutions of Higher Education, Watershed Organizations, for profit businesses. Use: Eligible projects are those that will use accepted scientific principles and practices for water sample collection and analysis to document existing groundwater quality conditions on private water supplies. Funds: Grant requests shall not exceed $250,000. Application Deadline: May 31, 2026 More information: CFA Website Commonwealth Financing Authority: Flood Mitigation Program Who May Apply: Municipalities, Councils of Governments, Authorized Organizations, Institutions of Higher Education, Watershed Organizations, for profit businesses. Use: Eligible projects are to assist with flood Read more

 

E-Blast: Immigration Resources, Know Your Rights

(Jan 30, 2026)

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E-Blast: Happy Maternal Health Awareness Day!

(Jan 23, 2026)

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State lawmakers celebrate, renew commitment to local schools

(Jan 22, 2026)

YEADON, Jan. 22 – Just weeks before Gov. Josh Shapiro unveils his 2026-27 budget proposal, state lawmakers and school officials gathered today at the William Penn School District’s Penn Wood Ninth Grade Academy to highlight historic investments made in the district since 2023. Read more

 

Curry applauds $657,500 in state funds for infrastructure improvements in Upper Darby, Lansdowne

(Jan 21, 2026)

State Rep. Gina H. Curry, D-Delaware, today announced that two projects in Legislative District 164 have been granted funding through the PA Small Water and Sewer Program. Read more

 

E-Blast: Maternal Health Awareness

(Jan 16, 2026)

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E-Blast: Find our missing youth

(Jan 09, 2026)

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Transportation, Public Schools, Public Safety, and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Jan 08, 2026)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Department of Transportation: Multimodal Transportation Funding (MTF) Who May Apply: Municipalities, councils of government, businesses, economic development organizations, public transportation agencies, ports and rail freight entities. Use: To improve transportation assets that enhance communities, pedestrian safety, and transit revitalization. Funds: The MTF requires a 30% match of the amount award. Awards are available for projects with a minimum cost of $100,000 and no more than $3,000,000. Application Deadline: February 13, 2026 More information: PennDOT website Commonwealth Financing Authority: Public School Facility Improvement Grant Who May Apply: School entities, defined as a school district or an area career and technical school. Use: Facility improvement projects, including but not limited to roof repair/replacement, heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment, plumbing systems, window repair/replacement, health and safety upgrades, and accessibility projects. Funds: $100 million in total funding is available. Grant requests shall not exceed $5 million per eligible improvement project. School entities may submit more than one application, but no school entity shall receive more than 20% of the total funding available. Application Deadline: March 13, 2026 More information: CFA Website Department of Military and Read more

 

E-Blast: 2025 Year in Review

(Jan 02, 2026)

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Curry: $1.4 million in new grants awarded for District 164 accessibility, sanitation, emergency services projects

(Dec 18, 2025)

Curry says the selected projects will advance community safety, improve walkability and accessibility in Lansdowne and East Lansdowne boroughs, and upgrade sewer infrastructure. Read more

 

Bill allowing nurse-midwives to refer patients for pelvic floor therapy passes Pa. House

(Dec 18, 2025)

House Bill 1251 would amend the Physical Therapy Practice Act to allow nurse midwives to refer their patients for pelvic floor therapy, streamlining the process for their patients. Read more

 

Curry, Smith-Wade-El recognize growing youth homelessness crisis with resolution

(Dec 16, 2025)

“We’re seeing more and more young people pushed into homelessness through circumstances far beyond their control,” Curry said. “When you’re a child, your safety and stability depend on others and when that support isn’t there, options quickly disappear." Read more

 

Legislators announce $408,500 investment in community revitalization projects in Delaware County

(Dec 16, 2025)

HARRISBURG, Dec. 16 – The PA House Democratic Delaware County Delegation today announced the approval of $408,500 through the Neighborhood Assistance Program to help low-income people and communities and improve distressed areas in Delaware County. The funding was approved this week by the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development. Through the NAP, businesses can receive tax credits of up to 95% on contributions they make to a qualifying community project. “Nearly 90 organizations in our region have been selected for funding through the state’s Neighborhood Assistance Program,” Speaker of the House Joanna McClinton, D-Phila/Delaware, said. “These groups work tirelessly to serve our neighbors and strengthen our communities. I’m proud to partner with many of these groups on projects that provide food, job training, and healthcare to so many of our neighbors.” “This investment through the Neighborhood Assistance Program will make a real difference for families and neighborhoods across Delaware County,” said Rep. Leanne Krueger. “These funds will strengthen our communities and improve quality of life, and I’m proud to support programs that ensure resources reach the neighborhoods that need them most.” “These public-private partnerships are a concrete way for our local businesses to give back to our communities AND reap the economic dividends from these investments in Read more

 

E-Blast: Sleigh the Rebate at Cookies & Cocoa with Rep. Curry!

(Dec 12, 2025)

E-Blast: Sleigh the Rebate at Cookies & Cocoa with Rep. Curry! Read more

 

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment, Transportation, and Additional Grant Opportunities For Your District

(Dec 12, 2025)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Department of Community and Economic Development: Local Share Account Philadelphia Who May Apply: Community Development Corporations, economic development organizations and redevelopment authorities, business improvement districts/neighborhood improvement districts, non-profit organizations with a 501(c) designation, the City of Philadelphia, the School District of Philadelphia. Any eligible organization must be located in Philadelphia. Use: Economic development projects, neighborhood revitalization projects, community improvement projects, projects in the public interest. Any eligible project must be located in Philadelphia. Funds: Grant amounts will vary based on the specific project requirements but are limited to a minimum request/award of $10,000 and a maximum request/award of $500,000. Application Deadline: January 31, 2026 More information: DCED Website PROGRAMS OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS: Department of Community and Economic Development: PA SITES Who May Apply: Municipalities, economic development organizations, redevelopment authorities, municipal authorities, industrial development agencies, and for-profit organizations. Use: To develop competitive sites for businesses to relocate or expand within Pennsylvania. Funds: $400 million in funding is available. Application Deadline: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and approved on a quarterly basis Read more

 

E-Blast: LIHEAP is open for applications, following the PA budget, and more!
7 hours ago

E-Blast: You are Welcome Here
Feb 13, 2026

Grant Memo: Transportation, Parks, Pedestrian Safety, School Mental Health, and Additional Grant Opportunities
Feb 10, 2026

E-Blast: Capitol Updates
Feb 06, 2026

PA House designates January 23, 2026 ‘Maternal Health Awareness Day’
Feb 04, 2026

Transportation, Public Schools, Public Safety, and Additional Grant Opportunities
Feb 04, 2026

E-Blast: Immigration Resources, Know Your Rights
Jan 30, 2026

E-Blast: Happy Maternal Health Awareness Day!
Jan 23, 2026

State lawmakers celebrate, renew commitment to local schools
Jan 22, 2026

Curry applauds $657,500 in state funds for infrastructure improvements in Upper Darby, Lansdowne
Jan 21, 2026

E-Blast: Maternal Health Awareness
Jan 16, 2026

E-Blast: Find our missing youth
Jan 09, 2026

Transportation, Public Schools, Public Safety, and Additional Grant Opportunities
Jan 08, 2026

E-Blast: 2025 Year in Review
Jan 02, 2026

Curry: $1.4 million in new grants awarded for District 164 accessibility, sanitation, emergency services projects
Dec 18, 2025

Bill allowing nurse-midwives to refer patients for pelvic floor therapy passes Pa. House
Dec 18, 2025

Curry, Smith-Wade-El recognize growing youth homelessness crisis with resolution
Dec 16, 2025

Legislators announce $408,500 investment in community revitalization projects in Delaware County
Dec 16, 2025

E-Blast: Sleigh the Rebate at Cookies & Cocoa with Rep. Curry!
Dec 12, 2025

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment, Transportation, and Additional Grant Opportunities For Your District
Dec 12, 2025