2107: Voluntary School and Child Care Lead Testing and Reduction Grant
Can you apply?
This grant is for Pennsylvania public schools and regulated child care facilities seeking reimbursement for lead reduction work on water fixtures.
Eligible applicants must be located in Pennsylvania and serve drinking water through fixtures like hydration stations. Your facility must have water sample results showing lead levels above 5 ppb.
The grant covers equipment purchases (point-of-use devices) and labor installation costs. This is a reimbursement program, so you'll need to document your lead testing results and remediation expenses.
Applicants must be operating as a public school or licensed child care facility in Pennsylvania to qualify.
This grant is for Pennsylvania public schools and regulated child care facilities seeking reimbursement for lead reduction work on water fixtures.
Eligible applicants must be located in Pennsylvania and serve drinking water through fixtures like hydration stations. Your facility must have water sample results showing lead levels above 5 ppb.
The grant covers equipment purchases (point-of-use devices) and labor installation costs. This is a reimbursement program, so you'll need to document your lead testing results and remediation expenses.
Applicants must be operating as a public school or licensed child care facility in Pennsylvania to qualify.
Program description
This grant program provides reimbursement funding for public schools and regulated child care facilities located in Pennsylvania for lead reduction activities at water fixtures with appropriate sample results that exceed the remediation trigger level of 5 parts per billion (ppb), such as hydration stations or point-of-use (POU) device purchases and labor costs to install units.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
Demographic focus
Details
This grant is for Pennsylvania public schools and regulated child care facilities seeking reimbursement for lead reduction work on water fixtures.
Eligible applicants must be located in Pennsylvania and serve drinking water through fixtures like hydration stations. Your facility must have water sample results showing lead levels above 5 ppb.
The grant covers equipment purchases (point-of-use devices) and labor installation costs. This is a reimbursement program, so you'll need to document your lead testing results and remediation expenses.
Applicants must be operating as a public school or licensed child care facility in Pennsylvania to qualify.
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- Lead test results documentation (showing levels above 5 ppb)
- Itemized receipts and invoices for equipment purchased
- Labor or contractor invoices for installation work
- Proof of facility eligibility (school or child care license)
- Descriptions of which fixtures were remediated
FAQ
What water fixtures qualify for lead reduction under this grant?
Hydration stations, drinking fountains, and other fixtures serving students or children with lead results above 5 ppb. Point-of-use (POU) devices and installation labor are eligible expenses.
Do I need to be a public school to apply?
Public schools and regulated child care facilities in Pennsylvania can apply. Private schools may not be eligible unless specifically licensed as child care facilities.
Can I use this grant to pay for lead testing?
No. You must already have sample results showing lead exceeding 5 ppb. The grant reimburses remediation work and equipment only.
Is cost-sharing required?
No cost-sharing is required for this Pennsylvania state grant program.
How do I know if my lead levels are above the remediation trigger?
The trigger is 5 parts per billion (ppb). If your test results exceed this, your facility qualifies for reimbursement consideration.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Get water testing done first. You'll need documented sample results exceeding 5 ppb to qualify and claim reimbursement.
- Keep detailed receipts and invoices for all lead reduction work. This is a reimbursement program requiring proof of expenses.
- Document which specific fixtures were tested and which received remediation. Match your testing results to remediation activities clearly.
- Prioritize fixtures serving children (hydration stations, playgrounds, classrooms). The grant prioritizes child health protections.
- Start the reimbursement process soon after completing work. Don't delay documentation and submission.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Submitting reimbursement claims without documented lead test results showing exceedances above 5 ppb. Requesting reimbursement for lead testing costs instead of remediation work only. Failing to maintain detailed invoices and labor documentation for equipment purchases and installation.
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