Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau Community Impact Grant

Deadline to apply is May 15, 2026!

Grant dollars will help fund a variety of projects supporting safer, more organized and visually vibrant neighborhoods.

Organizations Eligible to Apply:

  • Local government including, cities, main streets, boroughs, and townships
  • Municipal and redevelopment

Focus of the Grant Program:

Grant funds may be for projects that support:

  1. Streetscapes: Curb/Street/Parking - Line Painting, Sidewalk Repairs
  2. Beautification: Tree/Shrub Trimming, Trash Clean-up, Trash Receptacles, Trail/Park Maintenance

Program Details:

Proposals are due on May 15, 2026, for projects to be completed by December 1, 2026. Grant funds will not carry over to the new year – 2027.

  • Grant cap request: $10,000.00.
  • Funds are limited.
  • 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 the project has been provided to the PMVB no later than December 1, 2026.
  • Recipients may be asked to submit before and after photos of projects.

Application Procedures:

  • To be considered, please submit your application via email by May 15, 2026 to [email protected].
  • Upon submission of your application, you will receive an email confirming your application has been received. If you do not receive a confirmation within 48 hours of your submission, please follow up with [email protected].
  • Requests will be reviewed, and applicants will be notified after May 29, 2026.

Contact information: Marlyn Kissner, [email protected], 610-751-4932

  


  

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