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Kenyatta Champions Shapiro’s Bold Budget Plan for Equity and Justice in Pennsylvania

(Feb 10, 2025)

“I was honored to listen to Gov. Shapiro’s budget proposal, one that instills hope and excitement for progress in the commonwealth,” Kenyatta stated. “It calls for us to promote equity by prioritizing education funding so every student has resources and opportunities to follow their own path for a better future, whether that’s a four-year college or trade school, it sets them up for a lifetime of success.” Read more

 

Kenyatta excited by Gov. Shapiro’s proposals in 25-26 Budget Address

(Feb 05, 2025)

Today, state Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta release the following statement in support of Gov. Josh Shapiro’s 2025-2026 state budget proposal. “I was honored to listen to Gov. Shapiro’s budget proposal, one that instills hope and excitement for progress in the commonwealth,” Kenyatta said. “It calls for us to promote equity by prioritizing education funding, so every student has resources and opportunities to follow their own path for a better future, whether that’s a four-year college or trade school, it sets them up for a lifetime of success. “The governor’s proposal to legalize adult-use cannabis will create more than a billion dollars in revenue that we can reinvest into the commonwealth. More importantly, we will ensure that it’s done with restorative justice to marginalized communities by expunging criminal marijuana offenses and helping minority owned licensed cannabis growers to profit from this booming industry. “We cannot in good conscious move forward with adult-use cannabis legislation without fixing the devastation that marginalized communities faced during the failed War on Drugs. “Workers throughout the commonwealth are financially struggling because of soaring prices and stagnant wages. We should help ease their burden any way we can. Let’s start providing options for affordable child and dependent care because people thrive when they have options, which builds up our state in Read more

 

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

(Jan 29, 2025)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Conservation and Natural Resources: Community Conservation Partnerships Program Who May Apply: Counties, municipalities, municipal agencies, nonprofit organizations, state heritage areas, prequalified land trusts, for-profit organizations (for some grant types). Use: Funds may be used for projects related to parks, recreation, and conservation, including, but not limited to, park and recreation rehabilitation and development, recreation and conservation planning, trail planning and construction, land acquisition and conservation, river access and conservation, community and riparian tree planting, and regional and statewide partnerships to better develop and manage resources. Funds: Funds for this program come from a mix of state and federal sources, including the Keystone Recreation, Park and Conservation Fund, the Environmental Stewardship Fund, the Snowmobile Restricted Account, the All-Terrain Vehicle Restricted Account, and more. Application Deadline: April 2, 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, industrial development agencies, and for-profit organizations. Use: To develop competitive sites for businesses to relocate or expand within Pennsylvania. Funds: $400 Read more

 

Concerns about the impact of the President's federal grant and loan freeze

(Jan 29, 2025)

As both a legislator and a representative of a district where many families live paycheck to paycheck, I need to provide my constituents with clear answers about the continuity of these essential services. Additionally, as we consider legislative priorities in the House, understanding the full scope of potential impacts will be crucial for upcoming policy and budget discussions. Read more

 

LGBTQ+ Equality Caucus: Committed to Protecting Transgender Pennsylvanians

(Jan 28, 2025)

In response to President Donald Trump’s executive orders and statements on gender identity, members of the PA House LGBTQ+ Equality Caucus released the following statement today: Read more

 

Kenyatta discusses importance of Holocaust Remembrance Day

(Jan 27, 2025)

HARRISBURG, Jan. 27 – State Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta, D-Phila., offered the following statement on Holocaust Remembrance Day. “The Holocaust was one of the most cruel, evil and inhumane events in human history,” Kenyatta said. “Six million Jewish people, and 11 million people of other ethnic groups were subjected to unspeakable cruelty and carnage under the Nazi regime. “Today, and every day, we remember and honor the innocent lives that were taken during the atrocity that was the Holocaust. As state representative for the district that contains the largest synagogue in the City of Philadelphia, I will always stand firm in my support of the Jewish community, and all marginalized groups of people.” Read more

 

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

(Jan 22, 2025)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Victims of Crime Act 2025-2027 Who May Apply: Agencies currently receiving federal Victims of Crime Act funding. Use: The federal VOCA guidelines classify eligible activities/costs into three categories: direct service costs, activities supporting direct services, and subrecipient administrative costs. The federal VOCA guidelines can be found in the Federal Register at: Victims of Crime Act Victim Assistance Program . Funds: This solicitation is for approximately $53.9 million in federal VOCA funds for the first year with year two amounts being determined at the November 2025 Victims Services Advisory Committee (VSCA) meeting. PCCD expects to fund approximately 157 grants. Applicants will be required to submit a continuation application for year two. Application Deadline: March 14, 2025 More information: PCCD Website Department of Health: WalkWorks Active Transportation Planning Program Who May Apply: Municipalities and metropolitan and rural planning organizations. Priority will be given to communities located in PA DOH State Physical Activity and Nutrition (SPAN) priority counties or with an overall percentile rating above 60 in the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP) PennEnviroScreen Tool. The 10 current SPAN target counties are: Clearfield, Erie, Fayette, Greene, Lawrence, Luzerne, Lycoming, Mercer, Northumberland, and Philadelphia. Use: Funds will be Read more

 

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

(Jan 15, 2025)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Department of Education: Dual Credit Innovation Grant Program Who May Apply: Public institutions of higher education. Use: Funding may be used to offer college coursework to high school students enrolled in eligible school entities. Funds: $14 million in state funding was allocated through the 2024 School Code. Application Deadline: February 10, 2025 More information: PDE Website Department of Environmental Protection: Abandoned Mine Land and Abandoned Mine Draining Grant Program Who May Apply: An authority, incorporated nonprofit, political subdivision, or conservation district. Use: Funds may be used for abandoned mine land reclamation and abandoned mine drainage treatment or abatement. Funds: $75 million in funding is available. Application Deadline: April 25, 2025. Applicants must contact DEP ( ra-epamgrantprogram@pa.gov ) prior to applying for an initial project consultation. More information: DEP Website Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs: Integrated Health Solutions Who May Apply: Physical health care providers, hospitals, rural health centers, or federally qualified health clinics. Use: To promote full integration and collaboration in clinical practice between behavioral health care and primary physical health care. Funds: $3 million in funding is available from the Publicis Health Opioid Settlement. Application Deadline: January 24, 2025 More information: DDAP Website Read more

 

Rep. Kenyatta's 2025 Web Calendar

(Dec 30, 2024)

Introducing my 2025 web calendar Read more

 

Grant Memo: Agricultural, Environmental, Health, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Dec 30, 2024)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs: Recovery Housing for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) and Other Drugs Who May Apply: Community-based organizations, community action agencies, or public health programs that focus on assisting individuals in accessing recovery housing. Use: Personnel services, consulting services, subcontract services, patient services, equipment, supplies, travel, and other costs associated with assisting individuals access recovery housing. Funds: DDAP expects to award five grants totaling $500,000 each. Application Deadline: January 10, 2025 More information: DDAP Website Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs: Integrated Health Solutions Who May Apply: Community-based organizations, community action agencies, or public health programs that focus on assisting individuals in accessing recovery housing. Use: Personnel services, consulting services, subcontract services, patient services, equipment, supplies, travel, and other costs associated with assisting individuals access recovery housing. Funds: DDAP expects to award five grants totaling $500,000 each. Application Deadline: January 10, 2025 More information: DDAP 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 Read more

 

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

(Dec 17, 2024)

Below are multiple grant programs that are currently open for applications. NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Community and Economic Development: Historically Disadvantaged Business Assistance Program Who May Apply: Community-based non-profit organizations with a history of at least 3 years operating experience, educational institutions, and non-profit economic development organizations with a history of at least 3 years operating experience. Use: Creation or support of a Business Assistance Service Center for the purpose of serving small, historically disadvantaged businesses. Funds: $20 million in funding was appropriated in the 2024/25 state budget. Application Deadline: January 22, 2025 More information: DCED Website Council on the Arts: Entry to Arts Organizations and Arts Programs (EAOAP) Who May Apply: Non-profit agencies with a history of at least two years of consistent arts programming in Pennsylvania and an annual average arts revenue over $200,000. Use: Entry track is the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts’ (PCA) point of entry for organizations or programs to the AOAP. Applicants must apply in Entry track until recommended for AOAP, which is based on panel review and assessment totals Funds: Grants totaling $5,000 will be awarded. Application Deadline: February 15, 2025 More information: Arts Website Council on the Arts: Arts Read more

 

Kenyatta secures more than $9 million in state funding for district

(Nov 01, 2024)

State Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta today announced that $9,050,000 in state funding was awarded to five organizations in his legislative district. “Funding these projects ensures that we are investing in the health, safety and overall wellbeing of our communities,” Kenyatta said. “From providing our youth with safe spaces where they can flourish, removing barriers to dental care and investing in educational facilities, this funding is one more step in uplifting our community and I’m always proud to work for the people of North Philadelphia.” The organizations awarded include: 545 North Broad Dental Clinic - $800,000 Al Aqsa School Expansion - $5,000,000 Court at 1800 - $500,000 Temple U 1700 N. Broad Street Revitalization - $1,750,000 YouthBuild Philadelphia II - $1,000,000 The Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program is a Pennsylvania grant program for the design, acquisition, and construction of regional economic, cultural, civic, recreational and historical improvement projects. RACP projects have a regional impact and generate substantial increases or maintain current levels of employment, tax revenues or other measures of economic activity. RACP projects are state-funded projects that cannot obtain primary funding under other state programs. Read more

 

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

(Oct 29, 2024)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Department of Community and Economic Development: Mixed-Use Housing Development Pilot Program Who May Apply: Municipalities, Economic Development Organizations, Redevelopment Authorities, Municipal Authorities, Industrial Development Authorities, For-Profit organizations. Use: Mixed-use site development, conversion projects, rehabilitation projects, a combination of the three afore-mentioned projects. Funds: $10 million in PA Sites funding has been allocated for this program. There is no limit on the amount of grant funding that may be awarded to an applicant. Application Deadline: December 6, 2024 More information: DCED Website Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs: Recovery Support Services (RSS) Who May Apply: Applicant must have at least two years of experience as of July 1, 2024, providing RSS and demonstrate the capacity to provide RSS to individuals in recovery from opioid use disorder (OUD) and other concurrent substance use disorder (SUD). Use: Expand or enhance RSS to individuals in recover from OUD and other concurrent SUD. Funds: Approximately six grants totaling $1,500,000 each will be awarded. Application Deadline: November 15, 2024 More information: DDAP Website PROGRAMS OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS: Department of Community and Economic Development: PA SITES Who May Apply: Municipalities, economic Read more

 

Kenyatta secures over $1 million in funding for his district

(Oct 23, 2024)

In alignment with his belief that investment in communities offers hope and opportunity to North Philadelphia, state Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta announced today that he secured more than $1.5 million in state funding for his legislative district. “This funding is vital to ensure the vitality of our communities,” Kenyatta said. “From tackling food insecurity, enhancing safety measures at institutions of higher education to providing a safe and healthy space for a creative outlet, I’m fighting to let North Philadelphia thrive and foster a sense of community throughout.” The organizations awarded funding are: Community College of Philadelphia Foundation Weapons Detection System $350,000 Performance Garage Providing for a space for dance businesses and other practices $800,000 The Market Place/Beech Community Services Development of a food market, food court and business space $446,210 The funding is provided from Pennsylvania’s Statewide Local Share Account, which comes from the Pennsylvania Race Horse Development and Gaming Act. The law provides for the distribution of gaming revenues through the Commonwealth Financing Authority to support projects in the public interest in Pennsylvania. Read more

 

Kenyatta’s statement regarding mass shooting in North Philadelphia

(Oct 21, 2024)

State Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta, D-Phila., release the following statement after a violent weekend in North Philadelphia’s Hartranft neighborhood: “Once again, what should have been a joyful community celebration in Hartranft ended in tragedy, and my heart is heavy. Too many lives in our city have been cut short by gun violence, leaving families and neighborhoods mourning. As someone who calls North Philly home, I’ve seen both the strength of our communities, and the deep pain violence leaves behind. While we’ve made progress, we can’t be satisfied. There’s still so much work to do to ensure safety for everyone. “We must care for each other. When conflict arises, we must meet it with empathy and understanding—not with violence. Too often, social media turns small disagreements into something much bigger. We are stronger than that, and violence cannot be the way we respond. “I’m thinking of those injured over the weekend and sending my deepest wishes for their recovery, both physically and emotionally. Now is the time for us to come together to focus on what unites us as a community so we can all live with the safety, peace and hope that we deserve.” Read more

 

Grant Memo: Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Oct 01, 2024)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS 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 Transportation: Multimodal Transportation Fund (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: November 5, 2024 More information: PennDOT website Office of the State Fire Commissioner: Unconventional Gas Well Fund Who May Apply: Volunteer and career fire, EMS, and rescue companies in counties where unconventional gas well drilling is permitted and counties that directly border permitted counties and respond to related emergencies. Use: Funds may be used for certification, equipment, and Read more

 

Kenyatta measure would give PA candidates and officeholders more tools to protect themselves from political violence

(Sep 26, 2024)

HARRISBURG, Sept. 26 – With political violence on the rise and Election Day near, state Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta, D-Phila., is urging his colleagues to support legislation that would give Pennsylvania candidates more flexibility to hire personal security details and feel safer at public events. “From the shooting of former United States Representative Gabby Giffords in 2011 to the assassination attempts against former President Donald Trump this year in Pennsylvania and Florida, security threats to political candidates and public officeholders have only increased and have been targeted at Democrats and Republicans alike,” Kenyatta said. “Violence and intimidation should have absolutely no place in our politics. The increase in threats against elected leaders and candidates is an unacceptable attack on the very foundation of our democracy. It endangers lives, undermines the democratic process, and threatens the free and fair functioning of government at every level. We must confront this growing crisis with urgency.” This week the U.S. House and Senate unanimously voted to increase security for presidential candidates. And in April, the Federal Election Commission proposed a rule to allow federal candidates and officeholders to use campaign funds for security purposes. However, the rule would not apply to candidates for state office. Kenyatta’s legislation would allow candidates and officeholders in Read more

 

Grant Memo: Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Sep 17, 2024)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Office of the State Fire Commissioner: Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program Who May Apply: All fire companies, emergency medical services, and volunteer rescue squads Use: Eligible projects include but are not limited to facility renovations, equipment purchases, debt reduction, training, education, and recruitment and retention. Funds: Awards may range from $2,500 to $20,000 for fire/rescue companies and $2,500 to $15,000 for EMS companies. Application Deadline: October 20, 2024 More information: OSFC Website Drug and Alcohol Programs: Substance Use Disorder Drop-In Centers Who May Apply: Applicant must have at least two years of experience as of July 1, 2024, in providing SUD prevention, intervention, harm reduction, treatment, or recovery support services, drop-in center services or relevant services and shall have the capacity to provide SUD drop-in center services to individuals with opioid use disorder (OUD) and other concurrent SUD. Use: DDAP will provide funds from the Opioid Settlement to drop-in centers or other human service organizations looking to expand their community-driven harm reduction support services to increase overdose prevention and linkage to SUD treatment and recovery support services. The goal is to provide hope, support, and resources to assist those on their road to recovery Funds: DDAP expects to award approximately 14 grants totaling $1,875,000 each. Application Read more

 

Grants: Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Sep 11, 2024)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Department of Community and Economic Development: Main Street Matters Who May Apply: Units of local government, redevelopment and/or housing authorities, nonprofits, economic development organizations, housing corporations, community development corporations, business improvement districts, neighborhood improvement districts, downtown improvement districts, and similar organizations incorporated as authorities. Use: A flexible tool for use in community and economic development for a variety of uses including planning activities, façade grant programs, business improvement grant programs, accessible housing programs, and district development grants. Funds: $20 million was allocated for this program in the 2024/25 budget. Individual grant awards vary depending on the type of grant. Application Deadline: November 15, 2024 More information: DCED Website Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Violence Intervention and Prevention Program Who May Apply: Community-based organizations (i.e., active, registered 501(c)(3)s), institutions of higher education, municipalities, counties, and district attorneys. Use: Reducing community violence through, among other things, increasing access to support services and behavioral health, providing health services and intervention strategies, providing mentoring and other intervention models, and fostering and promoting communication between schools, the community, and law enforcement. Read more

 

Philadelphia House Delegation Reacts to GA School Shooting

(Sep 05, 2024)

Delegation Treasurer Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta, D-Phila., expressed his disappointment in the lack of urgency by the state Senate, despite progress in the House. “We've had success in the House moving concerns in a bipartisan way, like my bill with Rep. Cephas to end ghost guns, only to be stymied by the state Senate at nearly every turn. This tragedy was in Georgia, but it could have just as easily been in any of our communities here in PA. We must act prudently and with intention to end this senselessness of gun violence and protect our families, friends and neighbors.” Read more

 

Kenyatta Champions Shapiro’s Bold Budget Plan for Equity and Justice in Pennsylvania
Feb 10, 2025

Kenyatta excited by Gov. Shapiro’s proposals in 25-26 Budget Address
Feb 05, 2025

Agricultural, Environmental, Health, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities
Jan 29, 2025

Concerns about the impact of the President's federal grant and loan freeze
Jan 29, 2025

LGBTQ+ Equality Caucus: Committed to Protecting Transgender Pennsylvanians
Jan 28, 2025

Kenyatta discusses importance of Holocaust Remembrance Day
Jan 27, 2025

Agricultural, Environmental, Health, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities
Jan 22, 2025

Agricultural, Environmental, Health, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities
Jan 15, 2025

Rep. Kenyatta's 2025 Web Calendar
Dec 30, 2024

Grant Memo: Agricultural, Environmental, Health, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities
Dec 30, 2024

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities
Dec 17, 2024

Kenyatta secures more than $9 million in state funding for district
Nov 01, 2024

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities For Your District
Oct 29, 2024

Kenyatta secures over $1 million in funding for his district
Oct 23, 2024

Kenyatta’s statement regarding mass shooting in North Philadelphia
Oct 21, 2024

Grant Memo: Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities
Oct 01, 2024

Kenyatta measure would give PA candidates and officeholders more tools to protect themselves from political violence
Sep 26, 2024

Grant Memo: Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities
Sep 17, 2024

Grants: Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities
Sep 11, 2024

Philadelphia House Delegation Reacts to GA School Shooting
Sep 05, 2024