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e-newsletter: Investing in FDR Park, Raise the Wage and more…

(7 hours ago)

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State grants for FDR Park

(7 hours ago)

South Philly’s largest park will see a little more green.FDR Park will receive more than a quarter of a million dollars in state grants for improvement projects, officials announced on Feb. 11. Leaders from the Fairmount Park Conservancy and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation joined state Rep. Regina Young to announce $275,000 in newly awarded state grants for improvement projects at the historic park.“FDR Park, by design, has been a community resource for recreation and nature for over 100 years,” Young said. “There are immense public benefits of both, especially for children.” Read more

 

Young presents funding to Fairmount Park Conservancy

(Feb 11, 2026)

PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 11 – State Rep. Regina Young, D-Phila./Delaware, joined leaders from the Fairmount Park Conservancy and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation to announce $275,000 in newly awarded state grants for improvement projects at historic FDR Park in South Philadelphia.Funding through the CFA Greenways, Trails, and Recreation Program:•$125,000 to Fairmount Park Conservancy for the FDR Park Nature Phase Franklin 5K to connect all the landscapes in the park for cyclists and pedestrians, allowing for safer travel and exploration from the plaza to the park's natural lands and beyond. Funding through the PA Watershed Restoration Protection Program:•$150,000 for ecological restoration along Shedbrook Creek to bring stronger ecology, thousands of climate-resilient trees, and biodiverse native plants to FDR Park.Young said that she was happy to advocate for these grants to support the FDR Park Plan and develop open, green, recreational and education spaces for children and families.“FDR Park, by design, has been a community resource for recreation and nature for over 100 years. There are immense public benefits of both, especially for children,” said Young. “We cannot say the word ‘park’ without thinking of children, which is why we must continue creating spaces for our youth in Philadelphia. At a time when so many young people are facing challenges related to mental health and access to safe physical spaces, we must work together to support their overall well-being. These... Read more

 

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

 

Elwyn breaks ground on new main school building with an eye to the future

(Feb 10, 2026)

The construction of a new, $47 million Elwyn main school building is officially underway following a ceremonial groundbreaking Friday afternoon at the Middletown Township campus. Read more

 

e-newsletter: Black History Month + Budget Reaction and more…

(Feb 06, 2026)

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Young presents awards to Colwyn Borough

(Feb 05, 2026)

COLWYN, Feb. 5 – Today at Colwyn Borough Hall, state Rep. Regina Young, D-Phila./Delaware, presented a check for three state grants that were recently awarded to the borough from the Commonwealth Financing Authority. Read more

 

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

(Feb 02, 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-newsletter: Possible School Closures + Budget Preview and more…

(Jan 30, 2026)

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Human Trafficking Awareness; PA House Bill 1286

(Jan 30, 2026)

State Representative Regina Young’s House Bill 1286 will mandate human trafficking awareness training for Pennsylvania workers in the hospitality industry. “The more we normalize these conversations, the more we give people the platform to let them know courage can happen anywhere, right. The more we allow them to understand, education really is the bottom line, the more we educate people on what to do, what to look out for, what is considered weird right,” Representative Regina Young said, emphasizing how impactful this bill can be. House Bill 1286 was passed by the Pennsylvania House last month and is now waiting to be approved by the Senate. Read more

 

e-newsletter: Prep for Winter Weather + Local Investments and more…

(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

 

Young announces over $2.9M in state funding for local infrastructure projects

(Jan 21, 2026)

HARRISBURG, Jan. 21 – State Rep. Regina Young, D-Phila./Delaware, announced that $2.9 million has been awarded by the Commonwealth Financing Authority to local transportation and sewer projects to improve public safety and quality of life in the 185th Legislative District. Read more

 

Community Parks, Public Schools, Public Safety, and Additional Grant Opportunities

(Jan 21, 2026)

Here are the latest grant programs that are open for applications. Read more

 

Majority Leader Gilmore Richardson Hosts Blue and White Day at City Hall Highlighting Service, Health Access, and Civic Engagement

(Jan 21, 2026)

“I am honored to be a proud member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated simply because our efforts, as a sisterhood is selfless and our service to others is impactful,” said PA State Representative Regina Young. Read more

 

Pa. Sounds Alarm as Trafficking Cases Surge and New Rescue Hub Goes Live

(Jan 14, 2026)

State Rep. Regina Young, D-Philadelphia/Delaware, warned that Pennsylvania faces heightened risks in 2026 as the Commonwealth hosts major national and international events that could draw traffickers seeking new victims.“We’ve acted in the House with my bill that would increase trafficking awareness training for lodging employees, but it takes all of us to stand up for victims and be vigilant in prevention,” Young said. Read more

 

e-newsletter: Jan. is Human Trafficking Awareness Month + more…

(Jan 12, 2026)

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Commission on Crime and Delinquency Launches New Website Aimed at Preventing Human Trafficking

(Jan 09, 2026)

Philadelphia, PA — Today, during Human Trafficking Prevention Month, the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) hosted a roundtable discussion at The Greater Philadelphia Salvation Army with state and local leaders, advocates, and survivors to discuss statewide efforts to strengthen resources for victims of human trafficking and to highlight the positive work being done in the Philadelphia region and beyond."While human trafficking is a consistent problem, it’s crucial that we act now for the many national and international events coming to Pennsylvania in 2026, which could lead to an increase in trafficking. We’ve acted in the House with my bill that would increase trafficking awareness training for lodging employees, but it takes all of us to stand up for victims and be vigilant in prevention,” said state Representative Regina Young, D-Phila./Delaware, prime sponsor of H.B. 1286. Read more

 

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

(Jan 08, 2026)

Learn more about the latest grant opportunities. Read more

 

What are signs of human trafficking?

(Jan 07, 2026)

House Bill 1286, which passed the Pennsylvania House in December, would require hospitality workers to undergo training to recognize those signs.“Not only front desk individuals, but also housekeeping and even the culinary staff, everybody who’s entering into the hospitality space, hospitality space will be trained,” says Rep. Regina Young (D) – Delaware and Philadelphia Counties.She says for online reservations, the goal is to make sure that whoever is trying to make a reservation understands that that host is trained in identifying when something appears to be suspicious and they are mandated reporters. Read more

 

e-newsletter: Investing in FDR Park, Raise the Wage and more…
7 hours ago

State grants for FDR Park
7 hours ago

Young presents funding to Fairmount Park Conservancy
Feb 11, 2026

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

Elwyn breaks ground on new main school building with an eye to the future
Feb 10, 2026

e-newsletter: Black History Month + Budget Reaction and more…
Feb 06, 2026

Young presents awards to Colwyn Borough
Feb 05, 2026

Transportation, Public Schools, Public Safety, and Additional Grant Opportunities
Feb 02, 2026

e-newsletter: Possible School Closures + Budget Preview and more…
Jan 30, 2026

Human Trafficking Awareness; PA House Bill 1286
Jan 30, 2026

e-newsletter: Prep for Winter Weather + Local Investments and more…
Jan 23, 2026

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

Young announces over $2.9M in state funding for local infrastructure projects
Jan 21, 2026

Community Parks, Public Schools, Public Safety, and Additional Grant Opportunities
Jan 21, 2026

Majority Leader Gilmore Richardson Hosts Blue and White Day at City Hall Highlighting Service, Health Access, and Civic Engagement
Jan 21, 2026

Pa. Sounds Alarm as Trafficking Cases Surge and New Rescue Hub Goes Live
Jan 14, 2026

e-newsletter: Jan. is Human Trafficking Awareness Month + more…
Jan 12, 2026

Commission on Crime and Delinquency Launches New Website Aimed at Preventing Human Trafficking
Jan 09, 2026

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

What are signs of human trafficking?
Jan 07, 2026