Happy Valley Times

State Representative Dallas Kephart has announced a funding opportunity for local governments and nonprofit organizations in Pennsylvania. Applications for the Local Share Account (LSA) grants can be submitted to the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development until November 30.

“These awards will be distributed competitively for projects costing between $25,000 and $1 million that need funding and are in the public interest," said Kephart. "Eligible projects include construction or renovation, acquisition, equipment and infrastructure."

Eligible applicants include counties, boroughs, townships, municipal authorities, economic development agencies, and redevelopment authorities. The projects must improve the quality of life for citizens in the community and be owned or maintained by an eligible applicant or nonprofit organization. No funding match is required.

The grants are facilitated through gaming revenue distribution by the Commonwealth Financing Authority, established in 2004 to administer Pennsylvania’s economic stimulus packages. More information on submitting a grant application can be found at dced.pa.gov by searching “LSA Grants.”

Questions regarding this opportunity or other state government issues can be directed to Kephart’s Clearfield district office at 814-765-0609, his Hastings office at 814-247-6210, or his Osceola Mills office at 814-339-6544.