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

(Nov 12, 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

 

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(Nov 07, 2025)

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

(Oct 31, 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

 

Oversight of Developing Issues Focus of New House Majority Policy Subcommittee

(Oct 29, 2025)

Making sure emerging issues get the attention they deserve, PA House Majority Policy Chairman Ryan Bizzarro (D-Erie) has tapped Rep. Regina Young (D-Philadelphia, Delaware) to chair the newly created Developing Issues and Oversight subcommittee. Read more

 

Pa. House Tourism Committee advances bill to fight human trafficking

(Oct 28, 2025)

HARRISBURG, Oct. 28 – The state House Tourism, Recreation and Economic Development Committee today advanced a bill to train Pennsylvania employees of hotels, motels, online lodging and reservation companies, and other establishments to identify and report signs of human trafficking. House Bill 1286, sponsored by state Rep. Regina Young, D-Phila./Delaware, would provide for mandatory human trafficking awareness training for Pennsylvania workers in the hospitality industry, including online lodging and reservation companies. “We’ve heard loud and clear for years now that one of the best ways to combat human trafficking is to increase training and awareness with the people who are most likely to notice it,” Young said. “I’m glad that for the first time we’re including online reservation sites for short- and long-term lodging in this legislation, as that has become an identified way of avoiding visual contact. I’m thankful for this committee taking the time to hold a public hearing about this in my district and that powerful testimony moving us to a positive vote today. Human trafficking is an evil across Pennsylvania that we can defeat by shining a light on the warning signs and indications of danger.” A hearing was held on the bill earlier this month in Essington. Testimony can be watched at https://youtube.com/live/MoNweqGt3eo . The Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts in Read more

 

Helping with food insecurity and more!

(Oct 24, 2025)

Due to the shutdown of the federal government, SNAP payments will be delayed beginning in November. This will disproportionately harm Philadelphia and Delco children, seniors, and working families. We’re fortunate in our area to have so many organizations and nonprofits that can assist in times of need, but it’s hard to replace or supplement these federal benefits for the long-term, especially when the state is unable to support these programs. Read more

 

e-newsletter: Civic Conversations, voting info and more!

(Oct 17, 2025)

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

(Oct 17, 2025)

Read more about the grant programs that are open for applications. Read more

 

e-newsletter: Upcoming Voting Info + PA Budget update and more…

(Oct 10, 2025)

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“Navigating Toward Success” - 13th Annual Business Opportunity Forum.

(Oct 10, 2025)

On October 3, 2025, the City of Philadelphia Department of Aviation held its 13th Annual Business Opportunity Forum. Business owners, corporate leaders and local officials gathered at the Philadelphia Airport Marriott to focus on how local businesses can participate in major upcoming projects at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Northeast Philadelphia Airport (PNE).The event theme was “Navigating Toward Success” and speakers from various City of Philadelphia departments and local officials including Philadelphia City Council President Kenyatta Johnson, Councilmember At-Large Katherine Gilmore Richardson, Pennsylvania State Representative Regina Young, and Delaware County Council Chair Dr. Monica Taylor were featured on the program. Read more

 

Young: Your Leaders, Your Choice, Your VOTE!

(Oct 07, 2025)

All levels of government have an impact on our daily lives, and PA state Rep. Regina Young is working to educate and empower voters to ensure their needs and values are represented. Knowledge is power, and informed voters can create positive change! Read more

 

e-newsletter: #EndHumanTrafficking + Civic Conversations and more…

(Oct 03, 2025)

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

(Oct 02, 2025)

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Pa. House Tourism Committee discusses bill to fight human trafficking

(Oct 02, 2025)

HARRISBURG, Oct. 2 – The state House Tourism, Recreation and Economic Development Committee today held a hearing on a bill to train Pennsylvania employees of hotels, motels, online lodging and reservation companies, and other establishments to identify and report signs of human trafficking. House Bill 1286 is sponsored by state Rep. Regina Young , D-Phila./Delaware, and would provide for mandatory human trafficking awareness training for Pennsylvania workers in the hospitality industry, including online lodging and reservation companies. “Since I’ve been a legislator, I’ve been working to end human trafficking,” Young said. “It’s an unfortunate evil that lurks in our region because of easy access to interstate and international transportation hubs. The heartfelt testimony we heard today confirms the need to train hotel, motel and other lodging employees to be aware of the warning signs and report them. We can end human trafficking through education and speaking up for these most vulnerable victims.” The full hearing can be watched at https://youtube.com/live/MoNweqGt3eo . The Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts in January 2025 revealed 1,235 human trafficking offenses filed across 366 cases in the state between 2020 and 2024. During the hearing, expert testimony laid out the case for Pennsylvania to do more in its fight against human trafficking. Testifiers also Read more

 

Young to Hold Civic Conversation Events

(Oct 01, 2025)

Be an informed voter! Election Day is fast approaching and PA state Rep. Regina Young is offering 3 Civic Conversations sessions to help educate everyone about the functions of government so people can make informed choices for their future. Read more

 

e-newsletter: Housing Fair SATURDAY + Back to Harrisburg and more!

(Sep 26, 2025)

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

(Sep 24, 2025)

These are the latest grant opportunities open for applications. Read more

 

Pa. House Tourism Committee to discuss bill to fight human trafficking

(Sep 23, 2025)

HARRISBURG, Sept. 23 – The state House Tourism, Recreation and Economic Development Committee will hold a hearing on a bill to train Pennsylvania employees of hotels, motels, online lodging and reservation companies, and other establishments to spot signs of human trafficking. The public hearing is slated for 10 a.m. to noon Oct. 2 at the Holiday Inn Express, 101 Taylor Ave., in Essington. It will also be streamed live at https://youtube.com/live/MoNweqGt3eo . House Bill 1286 is sponsored by state Rep. Regina Young, D-Phila./Delaware, and would provide for mandatory human trafficking awareness training for Pennsylvania workers in the hospitality industry, including for online lodging and reservation companies. “Hotels, motels and other temporary lodging are some of the most common venues where human trafficking occurs, often hidden in plain sight – reminding us that vigilance, training and awareness in the hospitality industry are critical to saving lives,” Young said. “I look forward to hearing the expert testimony on this issue, as it affects every corner of Pennsylvania and so many young and vulnerable people. This bill would be a lifeline for many people,” said Majority Committee Chair Mary Jo Daley. The Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts in January 2025 revealed 1,235 human trafficking offenses filed across 366 cases in the state between 2020 and 2024. The media is Read more

 

e-newsletter: Working to Preserve Your Health & Healthcare + Housing Fair and more!

(Sep 19, 2025)

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

(Sep 16, 2025)

Here are multiple grant programs that are currently open for applications. Read more

 

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment, Transportation, and Additional Grant Opportunities
Nov 12, 2025

e-newsletter: Thank You, Voters! Thank You, Veterans! + more…..
Nov 07, 2025

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment, Transportation, and Additional Grant Opportunities
Oct 31, 2025

Oversight of Developing Issues Focus of New House Majority Policy Subcommittee
Oct 29, 2025

Pa. House Tourism Committee advances bill to fight human trafficking
Oct 28, 2025

Helping with food insecurity and more!
Oct 24, 2025

e-newsletter: Civic Conversations, voting info and more!
Oct 17, 2025

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment, Transportation, and Additional Grant Opportunities
Oct 17, 2025

e-newsletter: Upcoming Voting Info + PA Budget update and more…
Oct 10, 2025

“Navigating Toward Success” - 13th Annual Business Opportunity Forum.
Oct 10, 2025

Young: Your Leaders, Your Choice, Your VOTE!
Oct 07, 2025

e-newsletter: #EndHumanTrafficking + Civic Conversations and more…
Oct 03, 2025

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment, Transportation, and Additional Grant Opportunities
Oct 02, 2025

Pa. House Tourism Committee discusses bill to fight human trafficking
Oct 02, 2025

Young to Hold Civic Conversation Events
Oct 01, 2025

e-newsletter: Housing Fair SATURDAY + Back to Harrisburg and more!
Sep 26, 2025

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment, Transportation, and Additional Grant Opportunities
Sep 24, 2025

Pa. House Tourism Committee to discuss bill to fight human trafficking
Sep 23, 2025

e-newsletter: Working to Preserve Your Health & Healthcare + Housing Fair and more!
Sep 19, 2025

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