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Allegheny County receives $7.3 million to aid crime victims and community safety

(1 day ago)

The Allegheny County Democratic House Delegation announced today that Allegheny County is receiving $7.3 million in grants to support various programs aiding crime victims and community safety.The funding comes from the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency. Read more

 

Salisbury: $500,000 secured for peer advocacy program to aid recovery, reentry for people with substance use disorders

(Dec 11, 2025)

“Passages to Recovery has been helping people in our community rebuild their lives for more than 50 years,” Salisbury said. “With this new funding, they will be able to relaunch and staff a unique program that provides people in the justice system access to peer advocates – people who have lived similar experiences and can inspire and empower them. Having the support of a peer who has been on the same path and has overcome the same challenges provides an ally to trust, a touchstone to reality, and a source of critical information.” Read more

 

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

(Dec 11, 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

 

Health insurance enrollment going on now; collecting toys and socks; Wilkinsburg unveils new school renovations – and more!

(Dec 09, 2025)

Health insurance enrollment going on now; collecting toys and socks; Wilkinsburg unveils new school renovations – and more! Read more

 

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment, Transportation, and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Dec 04, 2025)

Newly listed state grant program openings. Read more

 

Home heating assistance is now open – and our office can help!

(Dec 03, 2025)

Home heating assistance is now open – and our office can help! Read more

 

Scam-proof yourself with this webinar; remember these December deadlines – and more!

(Dec 01, 2025)

Check out my latest e-newsletter to read about our upcoming scam-prevention webinar, important December deadlines, upcoming events -- and more! Read more

 

A budget at last; honoring a local legend & a student hero; SNAP benefits resume; turkey giveaway; singing contest – and more!

(Nov 19, 2025)

A budget at last; honoring a local legend & a student hero; SNAP benefits resume; turkey giveaway; singing contest – and more! Read more

 

Salisbury: More than $400,000 awarded to support District 34 projects

(Nov 18, 2025)

“We’re grateful for the new funding, some of which will support a critical training facility upgrade for Bricklayer’s Local 9,” Salisbury said. “Other funding is headed for projects to rehab housing, clear blight, expand community food outreach, improve recreational space and bolster infrastructure. All of the dollars will go to work improving quality of life for residents.” Read more

 

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment, Transportation, and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Nov 13, 2025)

Below are multiple grant programs that are currently open for applications. NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Department of Agriculture: Commonwealth Specialty Crop Block Grant Program Who May Apply: State and local organizations, producer associations, academia, community-based organizations, and other eligible specialty crops stakeholders. Use: To assist with the growth, certification of seed and marketing of eligible specialty crops. Funds: $460,000 is available for funding Application Deadline: December 19, 2025 More information: PDA Website Department of Agriculture: Federal Specialty Crop Block Grant Program Who May Apply: State and local organizations, producer associations, academia, community-based organizations and other eligible specialty crops stakeholders. Use: To enhance the competitiveness of eligible specialty crops. Funds: Approximately $1,000,000 is available for funding Application Deadline: December 19, 2025 More information: PDA 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. Read more

 

Salisbury votes to pass 2025-26 state budget, citing public education funding, real-world priorities

(Nov 12, 2025)

“With our schools, counties, local government and essential state programs waiting for funding, it took longer than it should have to get to this point,” Salisbury said. “I’m encouraged that the Senate finally came to the table so that we could send a plan to the governor’s desk.” Read more

 

Fighting food insecurity; no Nov. shutoffs for LIHEAP-eligible households; vaccine info; collards cookoff – and more!

(Nov 10, 2025)

Check out my latest e-newsletter to read about how we're fighting food insecurity; a pause on utility shutoffs for LIHEAP-eligible households; vaccine info; the collards cookoff – and more! Read more

 

Salisbury, Frankel join forces with community leaders to fight hunger

(Nov 07, 2025)

“Between the federal shutdown that has interrupted SNAP benefits and the impact of federal policies that prioritize billionaires over basic human needs, residents are hurting,” Salisbury said. “While we don’t know when the shutdown will end, it’s clear that we can’t rely on lawmakers in Washington, D.C. for the solution. Fortunately, we can join forces with the compassionate, committed partners here at home who make it their life’s work to help residents in need stay warm, safe and fed.” Read more

 

2025 Nonprofit Symposium materials

(Nov 05, 2025)

2025 Nonprofit Symposium materials Read more

 

Symposium success; important food assistance update; Babies in the Burgh mobile unit – and more!

(Nov 05, 2025)

Check out my latest e-newsletter for updates on food assistance and LIHEAP, continuing the conversation on autism, Babies in the Burgh mobile unit, and other district news! Read more

 

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment, Transportation, and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Nov 03, 2025)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS PennDOT: Green Light-Go Program Who May Apply: Municipalities and planning organizations. Use: To improve existing traffic control signals, such as LED replacement, traffic signal retiming, and studies, among other projects. Funds: Up to $40 million is available and projects require a 20% match. Application Deadline: Pre-application scoping forms will be accepted until January 2, 2026. PennDOT will provide comments by February 28, 2026. The full application window will be between March 1, 2026, and March 31, 2026. More information: PennDOT website Conservation and Natural Resources: Volunteer Fire Assistance Who May Apply: Volunteer fire companies in rural areas or communities under 10,000 in population Use: To prevent, control, and suppress the threat of wildfires through the purchase of wildfire suppression equipment, wildfire protective gear, mobile radios, installation of dry hydrants, wildfire training, or wildfire prevention and mitigation Funds: Funding is provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The maximum grant for 2025 is $15,000. Application Deadline: December 31, 2025 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, Read more

 

Check out what's planned for our Oct. 30 Nonprofit Symposium! 

(Oct 28, 2025)

 Check out what's planned for our Oct. 30 Nonprofit Symposium!  Read more

 

A boost for senior housing; SNAP work requirements; voter registration deadline is today, Oct. 20 – and more!

(Oct 20, 2025)

Check out my latest e-newsletter to read about new funding for housing; SNAP work requirements & exemptions; voter registration deadlines – and more! Read more

 

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment, Transportation, and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Oct 16, 2025)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Fish and Boat Commission: Boating Facility Grant Program Who May Apply: Municipalities and non-profit organizations, including land trusts, conservancies, and watershed associations. Use: Planning, acquisition, development, expansion, and rehabilitation of public boating facilities Funds: Funds available may be adjusted by the commission and priority is given to projects with more than the required 50% match. Application Deadline: December 1, 2025 More information: PFBC 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 entities are not eligible. Read more

 

Salisbury: Close to $1 million in tax credits awarded to support Wilkinsburg senior housing

(Oct 16, 2025)

“Affordable housing is essential for seniors on a fixed income,” said Salisbury. “The new tax credits will spur investments to fund preservation of six one- and two-story buildings – a total of 50 one-bedroom units – for residents 62 or older. It will be great to see improved housing opportunities for Wilkinsburg seniors.” Read more

 

Allegheny County receives $7.3 million to aid crime victims and community safety
1 day ago

Salisbury: $500,000 secured for peer advocacy program to aid recovery, reentry for people with substance use disorders
Dec 11, 2025

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment, Transportation, and Additional Grant Opportunities For Your District
Dec 11, 2025

Health insurance enrollment going on now; collecting toys and socks; Wilkinsburg unveils new school renovations – and more!
Dec 09, 2025

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment, Transportation, and Additional Grant Opportunities
Dec 04, 2025

Home heating assistance is now open – and our office can help!
Dec 03, 2025

Scam-proof yourself with this webinar; remember these December deadlines – and more!
Dec 01, 2025

A budget at last; honoring a local legend & a student hero; SNAP benefits resume; turkey giveaway; singing contest – and more!
Nov 19, 2025

Salisbury: More than $400,000 awarded to support District 34 projects
Nov 18, 2025

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment, Transportation, and Additional Grant Opportunities
Nov 13, 2025

Salisbury votes to pass 2025-26 state budget, citing public education funding, real-world priorities
Nov 12, 2025

Fighting food insecurity; no Nov. shutoffs for LIHEAP-eligible households; vaccine info; collards cookoff – and more!
Nov 10, 2025

Salisbury, Frankel join forces with community leaders to fight hunger
Nov 07, 2025

2025 Nonprofit Symposium materials
Nov 05, 2025

Symposium success; important food assistance update; Babies in the Burgh mobile unit – and more!
Nov 05, 2025

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment, Transportation, and Additional Grant Opportunities
Nov 03, 2025

Check out what's planned for our Oct. 30 Nonprofit Symposium! 
Oct 28, 2025

A boost for senior housing; SNAP work requirements; voter registration deadline is today, Oct. 20 – and more!
Oct 20, 2025

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment, Transportation, and Additional Grant Opportunities
Oct 16, 2025

Salisbury: Close to $1 million in tax credits awarded to support Wilkinsburg senior housing
Oct 16, 2025