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"Community Services Block Grant (CSBG)" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) is sponsored by Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development (DCED). The CSBG program is a federally-funded block grant administered by the state that provides funds to eligible nonprofit community-based organizations or governmental entities to lessen poverty in disadvantaged and low-income communities across Pennsylvania.
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Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) - PA Dept. of Community & Economic Development Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) The Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) program is a federally-funded block grant that provides funds to eligible nonprofit community-based organizations or governmental entities that work to ameliorate the causes and conditions of poverty in disadvantaged and low-income communities across Pennsylvania.
Guidelines and the CSBG Two-Year State Plan detail specific state priorities. Typical uses include: Drug and alcohol counseling Must be a federally recognized Community Action Agency. Based on entitlement formula.
One-year grant awards. Applicants must demonstrate ability to implement and sustain projects, assure community-level linkages, and effectively manage project budgets.
CSBG 2019-21 Two-Year State Plan CSBG 2017-19 Two-Year State Plan CSBG 2017-19 State Plan Public Hearing Notice Appendix A – CSBG Agency List Appendix B – Master Agreement CSBG Appendix C – Monthly Invoice CSBG Appendix D – Financial Status Report (FSR) Community Services Block Grant Program’s Proposed State Plan Hearing Notice PUC Hearing Room 3, Commonwealth Keystone Building Plaza COVID-19 Relief Statewide Small Business Assistance COVID-19 ARPA Local Fiscal Recovery Funding Pennsylvania Minority Business Development Authority-Revolving Loan Fund Capitalization Program (PMBDA-RLFCP)
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible nonprofit community-based organizations or governmental entities that work to lessen poverty in disadvantaged and low-income communities across Pennsylvania. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The published deadline was October 16, 2025, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) is funded by Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development (DCED). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Pennsylvania. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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