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Federal and state grant opportunities with plain-English eligibility summaries. We aggregate public records — always verify the details on the funder’s site before applying. Or browse the complete index →
Pipeline Investment Program (PIPE)
UnofficialDue Dec 31, 2035Community & Economic Development · Amount varies
The Pipeline Investment Program funds construction of the final stretch of natural gas distribution lines connecting business parks and existing manufacturing or industrial sites in Pennsylvania to gas service. Eligible applicants include economic development organizations, businesses, municipalities, hospitals, and school districts. No award amount is specified, and the program is narrowly scoped to natural gas infrastructure projects.
NonprofitsSmall businessGovernment / tribalSchools & universities+1 moreSolar for Schools Program (S4S)
UnofficialDue Dec 31, 2035Community & Economic Development · From $500K
The Solar for Schools Program funds solar energy system installation for Pennsylvania schools, including school districts, charter schools, career and technical schools, trade schools, and community colleges, covering equipment purchase, permits, energy storage, and utility interconnection costs. Grants start at a minimum of $500,000, making this a large-award program limited strictly to educational institutions.
Schools & universitiesLarge awardNarrow eligibilityBen Franklin Partners (BFTDA) Challenge Grant
UnofficialDue Dec 31, 2035Community & Economic Development · Amount varies
The Ben Franklin Partners Challenge Grant supports entrepreneurs, start-ups, early-stage companies, investors, higher education institutions, and past Ben Franklin Technology Partners (BFTP) alumni companies working on new technology, including clean energy generation, conservation, and transportation. Funding is channeled through Pennsylvania's four regional Ben Franklin Technology Partners for capital access, business expertise, and technology commercialization support. No specific award amount is listed, and eligibility favors technology-focused ventures with an existing BFTP connection.
Small businessIndividualsSchools & universitiesNew orgs OK+1 more