Grants
Crawford County European Frogbit pulling event as part of the PRISM pilot project. Photo provided by Crawford County Conservation District.
Pennsylvania Association of Conservation Districts (PACD) supports the efforts of county Conservation Districts through a variety of programs and services, including several grant programs.
Available Grant Programs
PACD administers several grant programs designed to support conservation efforts across Pennsylvania. These may include:
- Project-Based Grants – for implementation of best management practices (BMPs), watershed protection, and habitat improvement.
- Technical Assistance Grants – to support district technical services.
- Educational Grants – for outreach and environmental education programs.
Who Can Apply
PACD grants are available to county Conservation Districts in Pennsylvania. Each program may have specific eligibility requirements, so please review the guidelines for each grant.
How to Apply
Each grant program has its own application process and deadlines. To apply:
- Review the grant guidelines and eligibility requirements.
- Complete the application form.
- Submit all required documents by the specified deadline.
Deadlines and Funding Cycles
We encourage districts to check the Apply for a Grant page frequently for updated funding rounds and deadlines.
Grant Success Stories
Read about successful projects funded by PACD grants and how they’ve benefited Pennsylvania communities and ecosystems.
- Armstrong Completes Lawn Conversion Project
- Berks County Conservation District Completes Stream Restoration and Multi-Functional Riparian Buffer
- Columbia County Conservation District Completes Lawn Conversion Project
- Crawford County Completes PRISM Pilot Program Project