PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 22 – Today, state Rep. Mary Isaacson announced that $1,369,200 in Neighborhood Assistance Program investments will go toward community revitalization projects in her district. NAP provides tax credits to businesses that contribute to nonprofit organizations’ efforts to revitalize communities. Businesses can receive tax credits of up to 95% on contributions they make to a qualifying community project. Categories of projects under NAP include affordable housing programs, community services, crime prevention, education, job training and neighborhood assistance. Local organizations receiving NAP tax credits are: $405,000 to Local Initiatives Support Corporation to increase financial and housing stability for low-income residents of Eastern North Philadelphia. $360,000 to Finanta (formerly Community First Fund) to expand its income mobility model that blends business, consumer capital and financial services. $142,200 to Welcoming Center for New Pennsylvanians to support English Speakers of Other Languages, entrepreneurship, and work readiness programming. $112,500 to Liberty Housing Development Corporation to provide 51 affordable units for low- and very low-income households. $110,500 to Playworks Pennsylvania to partner with elementary schools to improve school climate, reduce conflict and strengthen students’ social-emotional skills. $95,000 for Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corporation to Read more
HARRISBURG, Oct. 21 – Today, legislation brought forth by state Rep. Mary Isaacson (H.B. 558) that would put a cap on rental application fees advanced through the state Senate. The bill would amend The Landlord Tenant Act of 1951, limiting a landlord or landlord’s agent to only charge rental application fees reasonably related to actual administrative expenses incurred for an application. The bill would also prohibit application fees as being a general revenue source for a landlord. “For too long, landlords have been preying on renters across the commonwealth with excessive fees that limit opportunities to find adequate housing,” Isaacson said. “With this bill, both chambers have recognized that someone shouldn’t have to stop applying for housing because of simple paperwork. I appreciate my colleagues handing a much-needed victory to our renters,” Isaacson said. The bill now moves to the governor’s desk for his signature. Read more
NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Violence Intervention & Prevention (VIP) + Building Opportunities for Out-of-School Time (BOOST) Combined Grant Program Who May Apply: Community-based nonprofit with 501(c)(3) status (VIP or BOOST), municipality, county, or district attorney’s office (VIP only), institute of higher education (VIP only), school district or career and technical center (BOOST only), library (BOOST only). Use: VIP + BOOST funds can be used to support a wide range of eligible activities designed to reduce and respond to community violence Funds: Approximately $58 million in state funding is available, with no less than $11.5 million designated for BOOST funding. Application Deadline: December 10, 2026 More information: PCCD website 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 4, 2027. PennDOT will provide comments by February 26, 2027. The full application window will be between March 1, 2027, and March 31, 2027. More information: PennDOT website Pennsylvania Creative Read more
I hope you all had a nice holiday weekend. As we prepare for more session days next week, I anticipate we’ll be busy wrapping up any legislation that can be agreed upon by both House and Senate chambers. Read more
NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Labor and Industry: Future Works Who May Apply: Local Workforce Development Boards Use: To strengthen Pennsylvania’s workforce and economic competitiveness by supporting workforce development strategies that help new or expanding businesses build a skilled workforce, address talent needs, and establish a foundation for long-term success Funds: $2,000,000 is available in funds and the Department of Labor and Industry expects to award four grants of up to $500,000. Application Deadline: December 9, 2026 More information: L&I Website Labor and Industry: Veteran Employment Program Who May Apply: Local workforce development boards, non-profit and non-governmental entities, community-based organizations, education and post-secondary organizations, labor organizations, business associations, and economic development entities who can serve veterans and spouses. Use: To enhance Pennsylvania’s capacity to support veterans as they transition into meaningful civilian careers Funds: $200,000 is available and the Department of Labor and Industry expects to award one grant Application Deadline: November 10, 2026 More information: L&I Website Labor and Industry: Veteran Employment Program – Delaware County Who May Apply: Local workforce development boards, non-profit and non-governmental entities, community-based Read more
It was another busy week in Harrisburg, advancing important bills to the Senate including the regulation of Kratom, an herbal extract supplement which has been abused for years and has become destructive to many communities and families across the Commonwealth. Read more
PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 7 – Today, state Rep. Mary Isaacson announced that $132,500 in Community Conservation Partnerships Program grant funding will go toward land acquisition for Philadelphia’s Orkney Park. The funding from the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources program is part of a statewide effort to support recreational improvements, natural resource conservation and community revitalization efforts. Isaacson worked along with Sen. Nikil Saval, D-Phila., to secure the state funding. “Local parks are an amazing asset to my district and improve the quality of life for all Philadelphians,” Isaacson said. “I appreciate the commonwealth’s support for Orkney Park, as this funding will help keep the park a valued community space for decades to come.” For more on the program, visit: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dcnr/programs-and-services/grants/community-conservation-partnerships-program-grants . Read more
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As fall gets underway, it has been so much fun going to community events and seeing many people who I haven’t seen recently. It is always heartening to see the district-wide dedication to our schools and communities to make them thrive. Read more
NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Department of Transportation: Multimodal Transportation Fund (MTF) Who May Apply: Municipality, council of governments, business/non-profit, economic development organization, public transportation agency, port or rail/freight entity Use: The MTF provides grants to encourage economic development and ensure a safe and reliable system of transportation exists in Pennsylvania. The program is intended to provide financial assistance in order to improve public transportation assets that enhance communities, pedestrian safety, and transit revitalization. Funds: Project costs must be above $100,000 and no award shall exceed $3,000,000 Application Deadline: October 30, 2026 More information: PennDOT Website Department of Agriculture: Very Small Meat and Poultry Processor Reimbursement Grant Program Who May Apply: A person operating under a grant of inspection that meets the definition of ''very small establishment'' in 9 CFR 381.65(g)(1)(i) Use: To support the development and expansion of current or future very small meat and poultry processing operations in this Commonwealth by offering reimbursement grants to cover the cost associated with obtaining a grant of inspection from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Safety Inspection Service (FSIS), opening a new very small meat and poultry processing operation, expanding the capacity of a Read more
It was wonderful last week to celebrate America250PA at Congress Hall with a House session in Philadelphia. Read more
PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 15 – Today, state Rep. Mary Isaacson announced that $3,063,385 in funding from the Department of Community & Economic Development’s Local Share Account will go toward projects in her district. A total of seven projects across the district will be either fully or partially funded through the LSA program, which is provided by the distribution of gaming revenues through the Commonwealth Financing Authority. Allocations from the LSA program are: $920,664 for the purchase of essential lighting and stage equipment by the Pennsylvania Ballet Association. $750,000 to expand Folk Arts Cultural Treasures Charter School. $398,136 for the purchase of cable barriers in key event areas of Old City and Fishtown to support annual programming and future neighborhood activities. $370,265 to replace the HVAC system at the FringeArts Center on Columbus Avenue. $250,000 for the Walnut Street Theatre Roof Project. $194,370 to repair the roof of the Arch Street Meeting House. $179,950 for facility upgrades at the National Liberty Museum. “From artist collectives like the Ballet Association taking the global stage, to locations highlighting our historical significance, these organizations and venues are what makes this city one of a kind,” Isaacson said. “I appreciate the commonwealth’s efforts to maintain Philadelphia’s status as an arts, education and culture hub.” Read more
PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 14 – Today, state Rep. Mary Isaacson announced that $514,000 in Cultural and Historical Support Grants will support museum and historical societies in her district. The funding from the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission provides general operating support to Pennsylvania museums and official county historical societies. This year’s funding will assist 182 museums and societies across the commonwealth, including 14 in Isaacson’s district. Receiving $47,000 each are the American Philosophical Society, Historic Philadelphia Inc., Independence Seaport Museum, Museum of the American Revolution, National Constitution Center, National Liberty Museum, Science History Institute and Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History. Other grant recipients are: $45,000 to Philadelphia Society For The Preservation Of Landmarks $35,000 to Athenaeum of Philadelphia $25,000 to Arch Street Meeting House Preservation Trust $15,000 to Carpenters Hall $13,000 to Christ Church Preservation Trust $5,000 to Philadelphia Fire Department “It is an honor to see so many of the historical landmarks, museums and societies right here in my district recognized with this grant,” Isaacson said. “This funding goes toward keeping Philadelphia’s story alive and shining on the world stage. My appreciation goes to the Historical & Museum Commission for helping Read more
It was a historic week here in the district, as the House convened at Congress Hall for the first time in 39 years. Read more
NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Commonwealth Financing Authority: Local Share Account Statewide Who May Apply: Counties, municipalities, municipal authorities, economic development agencies, redevelopment authorities, land banks, or councils of government. Non-profits may partner with an eligible applicant to apply on their behalf. Use: Projects in the public interest. Projects that improve the quality of life of citizens in the community. Eligible projects must be owned and maintained by an eligible applicant or a nonprofit organization. Funds: The PA Race Horse Development and Gaming Act provides for the distribution of gaming revenues through the Commonwealth Financing Authority to support projects in the public interest. Grant requests must be at a minimum $25,000 and no more than $1,000,000. Application Deadline: November 30, 2026 More information: DCED Website Commission on Crime and Delinquency: 2026 PACTT – PA Academic, Career and Technical Training Who May Apply: All existing residential facilities, community-based providers, and juvenile probation departments that are current PACTT Affiliates in good standing and are not on provisional status Use: To advance academic and career/technical training among adjudicated youth receiving services in either residential facilities or from community-based providers or from County Juvenile Probation Departments that are PACTT affiliates Read more
Keeping commerce and trade open 24/7 comes with its challenges and obstacles, including preserving domestic security as well as navigating waterways through challenging weather. The Pilots’ Association for the Bay & River Delaware are on call at all hours to ensure the safe navigation of commercial vessels along the Delaware, Schuylkill and Salem rivers as well as Delaware Bay. Read more
Happy Labor Day! As we embark on the celebration of honoring the dedication and contributions of workers in this country, let us remember how far we have come and all we still need to do. Read more
I hope everyone had a good start to the school year! Though the transition from the days of summer to the fall can be difficult, we can look back on what a summer the City of Philadelphia and America had celebrating the nation’s 250th birthday. Read more
NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Department of Agriculture: Fruit Grower Freeze Disaster Assistance Recovery Grant Program Who May Apply: Specialty crop growers who experienced a loss of at least 30% of expected production due to freezing temperatures between April 1, 2026 and April 21, 2026 Use: Grants will be awarded on a per-acre basis to help growers recover from lost crops Funds: $10 million in funding is available Application Deadline: September 21, 2026 More information: PDA Website Department of Agriculture: Pennsylvania Agriculture Innovation Grant Program Who May Apply: A person who grows an agricultural commodity and who has anticipated sales greater than $2,000 per year, a person who processes an agricultural commodity and has anticipated sales greater than $10,000 per year, a person who provides technical assistance or services to farmers for conservation, engineering, veterinary care, animal disease management, farm management, agricultural commodity production, nutrient management or similar services, or a person or cooperative association that utilizes agricultural commodities to create products or energy Use: Grants will reimburse expenses for project planning, on-site project implementation, and larger grants for projects that have a regional impact. Funds: $10 million in funding is available Application Deadline: September 23, 2026 More information: PDA Website Read more
Thank you to McCall Elementary and the Home and School Association for another successful Backpack Giveaway event! Read more
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