PMVB Community Impact Grant

Our grant application deadline has passed.

Grant dollars will help fund a variety of projects intended to support and enhance the quality of the life in communities throughout Wayne, Pike, Monroe and Carbon Counties of the Pocono Mountains.

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PMVB Awards $292K to 24 Community Projects

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From upgrading playgrounds and enhancing outdoor recreation facilities to rehabilitating historic icons and beautifying downtowns…

Organizations Eligible to Apply:

Local government including, but not limited to, cities, boroughs and townships.
Municipal and redevelopment authorities and agencies.

Focus of Grant Program:

Grant funds may be used to support projects that:

Improve the quality of life within the community.
Support indoor and outdoor recreation.
Improve existing or develop new facilities.
Have a lasting impact in the community.

Eligible projects may include but are not limited to:

Parking additions to trailheads or recreation areas
Landscaping
Outdoor seating
Playgrounds
Recycling programs
Trash removal systems
Beautification projects

Program Details:

Proposals are due on April 30, 2022 for projects to be completed by December 31, 2022.
At least a 50% match is required.
Each project will be considered competitively based on criteria established by the PMVB and reflected in these guidelines.
Proposals will be approved based on the availability of funds.
Funds will be disbursed on a reimbursement basis when proof of expenditure and completion of project has been provided to the PMVB.
Recipients may be asked to submit before and after photos of projects.

Application Procedures:

To be considered, please submit your application via email by April 30, 2022 to mkissner@poconos.org.

Requests will be reviewed and applicants will be notified by May 31, 2022.