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Community & Economic Development · Amount varies

This program is limited to Pennsylvania municipalities designated as financially distressed under Act 47; other applicant types do not qualify. It provides a mix of loan and grant funding along with technical assistance to help these local governments develop and carry out financial recovery plans. Award amounts aren't specified, and the far-off deadline suggests it runs on a rolling, ongoing basis rather than a single competition.

Community & 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.

Community & 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.

Community & Economic Development · Amount varies

The Beginning Farmer Tax Credit gives Pennsylvania individuals, trusts, and pass-through entities a state tax credit for selling or renting agricultural assets to beginning farmers. This is a tax credit rather than a cash grant, administered jointly with the state Department of Agriculture and Department of Revenue, and no award amount is specified.

Community & Economic Development · Amount varies

Despite the name, Pennsylvania First is a loan program, not a grant — it funds investment and job-creation projects for businesses, municipalities, authorities, and other legal entities across the Commonwealth. Eligibility is broad, spanning corporations, partnerships, LLCs, nonprofits, and various local government bodies. No award/loan amount is specified, and financing here must be repaid rather than being free funding.

Community & Economic Development · Amount varies

The Educational Improvement Tax Credit gives Pennsylvania businesses a state tax credit for contributions to approved Scholarship Organizations, Educational Improvement Organizations, or Pre-Kindergarten Scholarship Organizations. Only eligible businesses can apply (not individuals or nonprofits directly), and applications follow specific windows tied to prior commitment status. No award dollar cap is specified for the credit itself.

Air Force -- Research Lab · Amount varies

This Air Force Research Lab opportunity lists unrestricted eligibility — any type of entity may apply unless later guidance narrows it further. It supports aerospace-related engineering and research capabilities, though the notice provided doesn't detail specific focus areas or funding amounts. The long-dated deadline suggests this functions as an open, rolling solicitation rather than a single competition.

Air Force -- Research Lab · Amount varies

The Air Force Research Lab's CHEERS announcement funds science and technology work in human performance and aerospace medicine, spanning basic research through technology maturation, via multiple open solicitations accepting white papers. Eligibility is generally broad, but note specific constraints: Federally Funded Research and Development Centers face restrictions and must obtain sponsor and AFRL determinations, foreign-owned firms should contact the Contracting Officer first as restrictions may apply, and the Commercial Solutions Opening track is not grant-eligible. No award amounts are stated; review the paired solicitations for scope and instructions.

Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs · $375K

This State Department (Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs) program funds U.S. presentation at international art biennales, exposing foreign audiences to American art that reflects U.S. values and fosters dialogue. Eligibility is limited to 501(c)(3) nonprofits other than institutions of higher education. The award is fixed at $375,000.

Office to Monitor-Combat Trafficking in Persons · Amount varies

This is a Notice of Intent for the State Department's Program to End Modern Slavery (FY 2025); the TIP Office is NOT accepting applications at this time. When it opens, eligibility is expected to be broad, covering commercial, international, educational, and non-profit organizations, including faith-based, community-based, and public international organizations. A valid Unique Entity Identifier will be required for any organization selected for an award. No award amounts are listed in this notice.

U.S. Mission to Austria · $5K–$24.5K

The Austrian-American Partnership Fund supports projects that strengthen collaboration and dialogue between Austria and the United States, such as work on foreign policy understanding, shared transnational threats, cultural exchange, and innovation. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits other than higher-education institutions, plus public and private educational institutions and individuals, based in Austria, Europe, or the U.S. with proven program experience. Awards range from about $5,000 to $24,500, decided on a rolling basis subject to available funds. Projects showing long-term sustainability receive priority.

Office to Monitor-Combat Trafficking in Persons · Amount varies

This is a Notice of Intent for the State Department's Program to End Modern Slavery (FY 2023); the TIP Office is NOT accepting applications at this time. When opened, eligibility is expected to be broad, including commercial, international, educational, and non-profit organizations, plus faith-based, community-based, and public international organizations. A valid Unique Entity Identifier is required for any organization selected for an award. No award amounts are listed in this notice.

Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs · $475K

This State Department (Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs) program funds U.S. presentation at international architecture biennales, showcasing American architectural designs to foreign audiences in support of U.S. foreign policy. Eligibility is limited to 501(c)(3) nonprofits other than institutions of higher education. The award is fixed at $475,000.

Office to Monitor-Combat Trafficking in Persons · Amount varies

This is a Notice of Intent for the State Department TIP Office's 2020 funding opportunity; no applications are being accepted at this time. When posted, eligible applicants are expected to include U.S.-based and foreign non-profits, public international organizations, institutions of higher learning, and for-profit organizations. No award amounts are provided in this notice. Watch for the actual funding announcement before preparing anything.

U.S. Mission to Tunisia · $500–$25K

The U.S. Embassy to Libya's Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program funds projects that build community, promote social good, and strengthen U.S.-Libya understanding through arts, youth leadership, STEAM, and similar themes. All grantees must have nonprofit status; eligible applicants include civil-society groups, NGOs, cultural and academic institutions, and individuals. U.S. NGOs and individuals may apply, but preference goes to Libyan NGOs or partnerships that build Libyan capacity. Awards range from about $500 up to a maximum of $25,000.

Office to Monitor-Combat Trafficking in Persons · $1M–$10M

The State Department TIP Office invites applications for international projects to combat human trafficking by prosecuting traffickers, protecting victims, and preventing trafficking, aligned with U.S. strategy and country-specific recommendations. Eligibility is limited to 501(c)(3) nonprofits other than institutions of higher education. Awards are large, ranging from $1,000,000 to $10,000,000.

Office to Monitor-Combat Trafficking in Persons · $500K–$8M

The State Department TIP Office's Program to End Modern Slavery funds development, testing, evaluation, and scaling of evidence-based anti-trafficking interventions tied to U.S. national security and economic priorities. Eligibility is limited to 501(c)(3) nonprofits other than institutions of higher education. Awards are large, ranging from $500,000 to $8,000,000.

Office to Monitor-Combat Trafficking in Persons · Amount varies

This is a Notice of Intent for the State Department's Program to End Modern Slavery (FY 2022); the TIP Office is NOT accepting applications at this time. When opened, eligibility is expected to be broad, including commercial, international, educational, and non-profit organizations, plus faith-based, community-based, and public international organizations. A valid Unique Entity Identifier is required for any organization selected for an award. No award amounts are listed in this notice.

Office to Monitor-Combat Trafficking in Persons · $5M–$10M

The State Department TIP Office's Child Protection Compact program funds multi-year projects to combat all forms of child trafficking in a recipient country, focused on prosecuting traffickers, caring for child victims, and prevention. Eligibility is limited to 501(c)(3) nonprofits other than institutions of higher education. Awards are large, ranging from $5,000,000 to $10,000,000.

Department Of Natural Resources · Amount varies

This Illinois Department of Natural Resources capital grant line is restricted to recipients already named as line-item appropriations in the State of Illinois FY22 budget — it is not open to general applicants. It funds local government capital projects. Award amounts were not specified in the listing.