901 Municipal Waste HHW Grant
🏛 Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
✓ Free, no account · Source: Pennsylvania Grants (CODE PA) · Last verified Jul 20, 2026
Can you apply?
This grant is for Pennsylvania counties conducting household hazardous waste (HHW) education or pollution prevention programs. Applicants must be county governments proposing educational initiatives or technical assistance for small business pollution prevention. The grant covers costs incurred on or after January 1, 2016. Prior to applying, counties must meet with their DEP Regional Planning and Recycling Coordinator to discuss the project and grant requirements.
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Program description
The Section 901 HHW Education grants are available to all Pennsylvania counties for the cost of educational programs on household hazardous waste or pollution prevention and other technical assistance to small business for pollution prevention. The grant to a county cannot exceed 80% of the approved project costs. A county may request up to $75,000 every two years for costs associated with HHW educational programs. HHW educational costs incurred on January 1, 2016 or beyond will be eligible for grant funding. Applications may be submitted at any time during the year. Prior to applying, the applicant must meet with the appropriate DEP Regional Planning and Recycling Coordinator to discuss the proposed project and the grant requirements.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- Pre-application meeting notes with DEP Coordinator
- Project narrative describing HHW education or pollution prevention activities
- Detailed budget with eligible costs
- County financial commitment documentation
- Timeline for program implementation
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Pennsylvania counties are eligible to apply. Private entities and individuals cannot apply directly.
What's the maximum award amount?
A county can request up to $75,000 every two years. The grant cannot exceed 80% of approved project costs.
When is the deadline?
Applications may be submitted at any time during the year on a rolling basis. There is no single annual deadline.
What activities does the grant fund?
HHW education programs and pollution prevention technical assistance for small businesses are eligible. Costs must be incurred on or after January 1, 2016.
Is there a matching requirement?
No cost-sharing is required. However, the grant covers only up to 80% of approved project costs, meaning some local funding is needed.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Schedule a pre-application meeting with your DEP Regional Planning and Recycling Coordinator before submitting. This is required and helps clarify project scope and grant requirements.
- Document all eligible costs dating to January 1, 2016 or later. Older expenses cannot be funded.
- Plan for 20% cost coverage from your county budget since the grant only covers up to 80% of costs.
- Develop a clear educational component or technical assistance plan. Vague proposals will not be competitive.
- Submit your application well before the June 30 deadline if you're planning to apply in 2026, even though rolling acceptance may technically allow year-round submissions.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Skipping the required pre-application meeting with the DEP Coordinator. Claiming expenses incurred before January 1, 2016, which are ineligible. Requesting more than $75,000 or failing to account for the 20% county cost share required.
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