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

(Sep 25, 2024)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Department of Community and Economic Development: Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) Please note, the NAP is broken down into 5 programs (The Neighborhood Assistance Program, the Special Program Priorities, the Charitable Food Program, the Neighborhood Partnership Program, and the Enterprise Zone Program). Please visit the DCED website for specifics on each program. Who May Apply: Nonprofit organizations Use: The goals of the Programs are to promote community participation and collaborations among the residents, nonprofits and businesses while producing outcomes by assisting a distressed area or the low-income population in a neighborhood. Eligible neighborhood nonprofits apply for tax credits based on pending contributions from for-profit companies. Funds: The total available NAP tax credit amount has increased from $36 million to $72 million. Application Deadline: October 25, 2024 More information: DCED Website Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Continuing County Adult Probation and Parole Grant Program Who May Apply: Counties Use: The primary purpose of the CCAPPG funds is to provide funding from the Commonwealth for costs incurred by the county for the supervision of adult offenders. Funds: PCCD is announcing a total of $16,150,000 in state Continuing County Adult Probation and Parole Grant funds. PCCD expects to fund up to 65 county adult probation Read more

 

E-News: My Senior Resource Fair is Thursday, Sept. 26

(Sep 20, 2024)

My team and I are welcoming seniors to our annual Senior Resource Fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26! Join us at the Phoenixville Recreation Center, 501 Franklin Ave. in Phoenixville, PA 19460 to learn about services and organizations that are available in our region. Read more

 

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

(Sep 18, 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

 

Howard, Friel announce $40,028 in grants for safety in East and West Vincent townships

(Sep 17, 2024)

“With this investment, law enforcement can modernize its technology, ensuring more detailed and accurate reporting through NIBRS compliance,” Friel said. “These improvements will keep our community safer while helping police on the ground. We are eager to see how this will help us optimize our resources and promote better data sharing between agencies.” Read more

 

E-News: September is Suicide Prevention Month

(Sep 12, 2024)

September is National Suicide Prevention Month, and on Sept. 10, we marked World Suicide Prevention Day. I want to mark the occasion by reminding you of the life-saving benefit available through the 988 Lifeline. Read more

 

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

(Sep 12, 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

 

You're invited: Open House is Oct. 24

(Sep 12, 2024)

I am delighted to invite you to my Elverson Open House, a specialevent dedicated to celebrating and supporting our communities in Warwick, West Nantmeal, East Nantmeal and Elverson. Join us for a day filled with fun, information, and resources tailored just for you! Read more

 

You're invited: Unclaimed Property Event is Oct. 11

(Sep 04, 2024)

Join us for our Unclaimed Property Event. We will have a rep from the Treasury Department on hand to help assist with unclaimed property searches and claims. Read more

 

You're invited: Senior Resource Fair is Sept. 26

(Sep 02, 2024)

My team and I are welcoming seniors to our annual Senior Resource Fair! Join us to learn about services and organizations that are available in our region. Free pizza will be provided, and we’ll have flu vaccinations available! Read more

 

E-NEWS: Happy Labor Day

(Aug 29, 2024)

On Labor Day this Monday, we honor American workers for their contributions to our country’s prosperity at home and on a global stage. We also thank the workers who organized to secure safer working conditions, a 40-hour work week, medical benefits and paid sick leave, among many others. Read more

 

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

(Aug 29, 2024)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Endowment Act – Treatment and Training Who May Apply: Eligibility of these funds is open to any for-profit entity, non-profit entity, an entity affiliated with a CAC or MDIT (e.g., public agency or hospital), or unit of local government. Schools (including colleges and universities) are considered governmental units and are eligible to apply. Use: To support the training of medical and mental healthcare providers who treat children and adult survivors of child sexual abuse. Funds: A total of $200,000 in Endowment Act funding is being announced to support this initiative. PCCD expects to fund approximately four projects with budgets not to exceed $50,000 over the 2-year project period. Application Deadline: October 4, 2024 More information: PCCD Website PROGRAMS OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS: Department of Agriculture: Farm Vitality Planning Grant Who May Apply: Farmers, prospective farmers, and others may apply. Use: Strategic business planning to expand or diversify farms or support transition of ownership. Funds: $500,000 in funding is available. Grants shall not exceed $7,500. Application Deadline: Applications will be received until funds are exhausted. More information: Pennsylvania Bulletin Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Recruitment Incentives for Law Enforcement Who May Apply: Local law enforcement agencies, campus or university police, railroad or street Read more

 

E-NEWS: Phoenixville gets state funds for traffic improvements

(Aug 23, 2024)

In this email, I have news about money for intersection improvements, the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program, and more! Read more

 

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

(Aug 23, 2024)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Redevelopment Authority of Allegheny County: Gaming Economic Development Tourism Fund Who May Apply: Municipalities, authorities, councils of government, non-profits and for-profit businesses in Allegheny County. Use: Economic development projects, infrastructure development projects, job training, community improvement projects, public safety projects, and public interest projects. Funds: Project budgets must be between $150,000 and $500,000. Application Deadline: August 30, 2024 More information: RAAC Website Commission on Crime and Delinquency: 2024-25 Advanced Law Enforcement Training Initiative Who May Apply: Eligibility for these funds is open to non-profit organizations with experience in facilitating and hosting in-person law enforcement trainings in Pennsylvania. Use: To support advanced comprehensive evidence-based training courses for law enforcement. Funds: A total of $80,000 in Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) funds is being announced to support this initiative. PCCD expects to fund one grant with a budget not to exceed $80,000 over the one-year project period. Application Deadline: August 29, 2024 More information: PCCD Website Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Project Safe and Smart 2025 Who May Apply: Community-based organizations that can successfully demonstrate their reach and partnership with K-12 school entities. Preference will be given to applicants that demonstrate that they Read more

 

Friel pleased with $900,000 in state road funding for Phoenixville

(Aug 20, 2024)

HARRISBURG, Aug. 20 – State Rep. Paul Friel announced today that PennDOT has awarded $900,000 in competitive state Multimodal Transportation Funds for an improvement project in his legislative district. The money will go to Phoenixville Borough for improvements to Bridge and Starr streets, including the extension of Starr Street North, to provide an additional exit for Ashland Street, and to improve SEPTA access. “I’m thrilled to announce that we are continuing to invest in infrastructure projects in Chester County,” said Friel, D-Chester. “This funding will address some key safety, traffic flow and public transportation needs in Phoenixville benefiting the whole community. “This infusion of state funding is a wise use of our resources, helping to keep costs down for local taxpayers while improving the quality of life for those who live, work and travel in Phoenixville.” The grant is part of 66 projects funded in 32 counties across Pennsylvania totaling $51 million. The program is intended to provide financial assistance to municipalities, councils of government, businesses, economic development organizations, public transportation agencies, and ports and rail freight entities to improve transportation assets that enhance communities, pedestrian safety, and transit revitalization. Read more

 

Late Summer Newsletter

(Aug 14, 2024)

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

(Aug 13, 2024)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Commission on Crime and Delinquency: School Safety and Mental Health Grants Who May Apply: Eligible school entities as defined under 24 P.S. §13-1314.1-B of the PA Public School Code. Use: Funding may be used to assist schools with physical safety and/or behavioral health needs. Funds: $100 million is available to be distributed via a formula that stipulates school districts are to receive $100,000 base average and an additional amount based on their 22/23 Adjusted Average Daily Membership. Other eligible school entities are to receive $70,000. Application Deadline: September 26, 2024 More information: PCCD Website Commission on Crime and Delinquency: Targeted School Safety Grants for Nonpublic Schools Who May Apply: Nonpublic schools as defined under Section 924.3-A of the PA Public School Code, municipalities, law enforcement agencies, or approved vendors. Use: Funding may be used to assist schools with physical safety and/or behavioral health needs. Funds: A total of $19,665,000 in state school safety and security funds is being announced to support this initiative. Application Deadline: September 26, 2024 More information: PCCD Website PennDOT: Rail Freight Assistance Program/Rail Transportation Assistance Program Who May Apply: Railroad company, transportation organization, municipality, municipal authority, user Read more

 

E-News: Farmers' Breakfast is a success; Lane closed on St. Peter’s Road

(Jul 30, 2024)

Rep. Dan Williams and I were joined by Pennsylvania Secretary of Agriculture Russell Redding, state Rep. Dave Zimmerman, and farmers from around the region. Read more

 

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

(Jul 30, 2024)

NEWLY LISTED PROGRAMS Commission on Crime and Delinquency: STOP Violence Against Women Statewide Training & Technical Assistance: Law Enforcement Who May Apply: Eligibility for these funds is open to any potential applicant who can produce the training and technical assistance opportunities to meet the goals and objectives of the program. Use: Funds for the proposed project shall be used to implement training and technical assistance to law enforcement officers to align with STOP Implementation Plan goals and objectives, including to enhance the capacity of local communities to develop and strengthen effective law enforcement and prosecution strategies to combat violent crimes against women and to develop and strengthen victim services in cases involving violent crimes against women. Funds: Projects should not exceed a total of $105,000 over a three-year period. Application Deadline: August 23, 2024 More information: PCCD Website Commission on Crime and Delinquency: STOP Violence Against Women Statewide Training & Technical Assistance: Prosecution Who May Apply: Eligibility for these funds is open to any potential applicant who can produce the training and technical assistance opportunities to meet the goals and objectives of the program. Use: Funds for the proposed project shall be used to provide training and technical assistance to Pennsylvania Prosecutors to improve the Read more

 

Two Friel initiatives folded into Pa. budget deal

(Jul 19, 2024)

HARRISBURG, July 19 – Legislation to allow employer contributions for PA 529 accounts, as well as a plan to reform state law regarding net operating losses, each passed in the state budget deal signed last Thursday in Harrisburg. Originally planned as two bills by state Rep. Paul Friel, H.B. 1745 and H.B. 1483 respectively, the language and effect of his initiatives is now law under budget legislation. The first change would amend the state Tax Code to add the 529 Tuition Account Program Tax Credit, allowing for employer contributions to PA 529 College and Career Savings Program accounts. “We need new, creative solutions to help families afford a college education for their students, and for the commonwealth to invest into our workforce. Looping employers into the tuition savings process will help facilitate both,” Friel said. Meanwhile, the budget included a change to the Net Operating Loss tax deduction proposed by Friel, from 40% to 80%, which aligns with the federal standard to make Pennsylvania-based businesses more competitive. “The goal of the legislation is to ensure that Pennsylvania is an attractive place to start and grow a business, and this change goes a long way to accomplish that,” Friel said. Read more

 

E-News: Pennsylvania budget is a comprehensive investment

(Jul 18, 2024)

I’m proud to announce that not only did we pass a comprehensive and bipartisan budget that doesn’t raise taxes for Pennsylvania, two of my legislative initiatives were folded into the budget plan. Read more

 

Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities For Your District
Sep 25, 2024

E-News: My Senior Resource Fair is Thursday, Sept. 26
Sep 20, 2024

Grant Memo: Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities
Sep 18, 2024

Howard, Friel announce $40,028 in grants for safety in East and West Vincent townships
Sep 17, 2024

E-News: September is Suicide Prevention Month
Sep 12, 2024

Grants: Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities
Sep 12, 2024

You're invited: Open House is Oct. 24
Sep 12, 2024

You're invited: Unclaimed Property Event is Oct. 11
Sep 04, 2024

You're invited: Senior Resource Fair is Sept. 26
Sep 02, 2024

E-NEWS: Happy Labor Day
Aug 29, 2024

Grant Memo: Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities
Aug 29, 2024

E-NEWS: Phoenixville gets state funds for traffic improvements
Aug 23, 2024

Grant Memo: Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities
Aug 23, 2024

Friel pleased with $900,000 in state road funding for Phoenixville
Aug 20, 2024

Late Summer Newsletter
Aug 14, 2024

Grant Memo: Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities For Your District
Aug 13, 2024

E-News: Farmers' Breakfast is a success; Lane closed on St. Peter’s Road
Jul 30, 2024

Grant Memo: Agricultural, Environmental, Public Safety, Redevelopment and Additional Grant Opportunities For Your District
Jul 30, 2024

Two Friel initiatives folded into Pa. budget deal
Jul 19, 2024

E-News: Pennsylvania budget is a comprehensive investment
Jul 18, 2024