Economic Development Grants in Pennsylvania

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 52 Economic Development Grants in Pennsylvania — 26 open right now, across 7 funding agencies. Award amounts range $100K to $8M. The next application deadline is October 30, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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52total grants
26open now
7agencies
$100K–$8Mfunding range
Oct 30next deadline
OPEN 11 days left Moderate to apply

Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)

Grants and technical assistance for eligible municipalities as identified under Pennsylvania Act 179 of 1984 as amended, for any eligible community development activities.

🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development ⏰ Oct 30, 2026 💰 from $100,000
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OPEN 51 days left Hard to apply

Future Works Grant

The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) announces the availability of approximately $2,000,000 in state Reemployment funds to support the Future Works Grant. Four grants,…

🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry ⏰ Dec 9, 2026
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OPEN Hard to apply

Creative Catalyst

Creative Catalyst is a grant program of Pennsylvania Creative Industries, powered by Pennsylvania Council on the Arts (PCA), that supports new initiatives and opportunities that advance…

🏛 Pennsylvania Council on the Arts ⏰ Feb 2, 2027 💰 up to $25,000
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OPEN Moderate to apply

Main Street Matters (MSM)

Main Street Matters program (MSM) is designed to support our downtown cores and surrounding neighborhoods with tools to create healthy, vibrant, and welcoming communities. Funding is…

🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development ⏰ Aug 31, 2035
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OPEN Hard to apply

Act 47 – Loan Program

Provides loan and grant funds to financially distressed local governments as well as technical assistance to formulate financial recovery plans.

🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development ⏰ Dec 31, 2035
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OPEN Hard to apply

Act 47

Provides loan and grant funds to financially distressed local governments as well as technical assistance to formulate financial recovery plans.

🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development ⏰ Dec 31, 2035
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Frequently asked questions

How many economic development grants in pennsylvania are available?
Grantoria currently lists 52 economic development grants in pennsylvania, of which 26 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).
When is the next deadline?
The next application deadline is October 30, 2026 — about 11 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
Who is eligible for economic development grants in pennsylvania?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but economic development grants in pennsylvania in this category most often support: Nonprofits, Small Business (SBA-defined), City / Municipal Government and Public Authority. Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $100K to $8M, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse economic development grants in pennsylvania, view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.