Harrisburg, PA − October 23, 2024 − Today, Senator Christine M. Tartaglione (D-SD2) and Representative Jose Giral (D-HD180) announced that the Commonwealth Financing Authority has awarded $3,510,288 in state grants to four projects that support schools and parks for the residents of North Philadelphia.
“All Pennsylvanians and Philadelphians deserve to have safe, clean, and healthy schools and parks where the youth of the community can learn and grow,” said Tartaglione. “The investments announced today result from the teamwork of countless local and state level stakeholders and are a great start in ensuring every young person has spaces that encourage curiosity, development, and interpersonal skills.’
The grant dollars announced today are funded through two separate grant programs. The Local Share Account (LSA), which allocates gaming revenue to support projects in the public interest within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and the Public School Facilities Improvement Program (PSFIG), which provides grants to public school districts and area career and technical schools for eligible facility improvement projects.
“It’s always a great day when grants are awarded to the wonderful schools and organizations in our community. I was happy to advocate every step of the way for these grants,” Giral said. “The LSA and PSFIG grant programs, by assisting our community organizations and schools with their major projects, are essential to improving the quality of life for our residents and ensuring that our students have a safe place to learn and grow.”
The following projects are receiving investment from the Commonwealth Financing Agency include:
Public School Facilities Improvement Program:
- Francis Hopkinson School Roof Replacement Project – $821,239
- Thomas A. Edison High School Culinary Ventilation System Replacement Project- $889,049
Local Share Account grants:
- McPherson Square Library – $800,000
- McVeigh Recreation Center – $1,000,000
For more information on grants available through the Commonwealth Financing Agency and other Department of Community & Economic Development grants, visit their website.
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