Pennsylvania Parks Fund (PPF) announced the launch of its new grant program through which representatives hope to help more than 500 parks statewide.
This includes national, state, county, city, borough and township parks. The new grant program, officials said in a press release, makes it easier for PPF to fundraise by allowing donors to know exactly where their funds will go, what local parks will benefit and what projects will be funded.
All national and state parks can qualify for as much as $100,000 in PPF grants. All county, city, borough and township parks qualify for up to $50,000 in PPF grants.
Program space is limited; parks will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. Applications, which can be completed in five minutes or less, are due April 12.
PPF fundraising efforts will begin in mid-April and last until April 2025, with funds to be distributed later that month.
Representatives said the program is perfect for parks seeking grant funding for upcoming projects that will not begin until 2025.
“I wanted to create a grant process that was easy for the parks and great for the donor,” said Justin Spencer, PPF project director. “I believe the new setup accomplishes just that by making it easier for PPF to collect donations from the public and businesses, and to seek funding from the government and foundations. It also helps donors keep track of what their donations will be used to fund.”
For more information about the Pennsylvania Parks Fund, visit www.PennsylvaniaParks.org.
The official registration and financial information of the Social Good Fund (the fiscal sponsor of the Pennsylvania Parks Fund) may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling, toll-free within Pennsylvania, (800) 732-0999.
The PPF, located in Indiana County, is a nonpartisan group working toward a better park system across Pennsylvania. PPF was created as a way for the public to help fund projects within their local parks. Working together, we can create a healthier park system statewide. Membership dues are converted into grants then given to parks that apply for the funding.
