Pennsylvania Grants & Funding Opportunities
Access information about Pennsylvania and federal grant programs, workforce development funding, small business assistance, and other financial resources that may be relevant to non-medical home care agencies.
The Home Care Council of PA shares official funding resources to help members identify potential opportunities and understand eligibility requirements.
Current Grant & Funding Opportunities
Explore currently available grant opportunities that may support eligible Pennsylvania small businesses and non-medical home care agencies. Each listing includes funding amounts, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and links to official funding sources.
Last Reviewed: October 10, 2026
Philadelphia Small Business Catalyst Fund – Up to $50,000
Status: Accepting Applications
What is this grant for?
The Philadelphia Small Business Catalyst Fund provides financial assistance to eligible small businesses seeking to grow, expand operations, increase service capacity, and create economic opportunities within Philadelphia.
Funding may support:
- Technology investments that improve business operations.
- Marketing and customer acquisition initiatives.
- Equipment purchases and infrastructure upgrades.
- Facility improvements directly related to business expansion.
Routine payroll, rent, past-due bills, debt payments, and real estate purchases are not eligible expenses.
Who May Qualify?
Philadelphia-based small businesses, including qualifying service-based businesses such as non-medical home care agencies, that meet the following general requirements:
- Have a physical business location in Philadelphia.
- Generated at least $10,000 but less than $2 million in annual revenue.
- Have at least two years of tax returns.
- Are registered and licensed with the City.
- Are current on City taxes or have an approved payment arrangement.
- Can demonstrate measurable business growth potential and provide a strategic growth plan.
Funding Available: Up to $50,000, depending on business revenue and the proposed growth plan.
Application Deadline: No fixed closing date published. Applications remain subject to program funding and availability.
Official Grant Information & Application:
https://www.phila.gov/programs/the-catalyst-fund/
Pennsylvania Small Business Advantage Grant – Up to $12,000
Status: Accepting Applications
What is this grant for?
Administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), this program provides reimbursement funding to eligible small businesses undertaking projects that improve energy efficiency, reduce pollution, or support environmental improvements.
Examples of potentially eligible projects include:
- Replacing inefficient office lighting with energy-efficient lighting.
- Upgrading qualifying heating and cooling (HVAC) equipment.
- Replacing outdated equipment to reduce energy consumption.
- Implementing qualifying pollution-prevention or waste-reduction improvements.
This is not a general business operating grant. Funding is limited to approved environmental improvement projects.
Who May Qualify?
Pennsylvania small businesses, including potentially non-medical home care agencies, that:
- Have 100 or fewer full-time employees.
- Operate an eligible business in Pennsylvania.
- Propose a qualifying energy-efficiency or environmental improvement project.
- Meet the program’s required energy or cost-savings criteria.
- Can provide the required matching funds and project documentation.
Most qualifying projects must demonstrate annual savings of at least $500 and 20% in applicable energy or pollution-prevention expenses. Certain project categories have different requirements.
Funding Available: Reimbursement of 50%–80% of eligible project costs, with maximum awards ranging from $7,500 to $12,000 depending on project qualifications.
Application Deadline: March 19, 2027, or earlier if program funds are exhausted.
Important: This is a reimbursement grant. Applicants must meet project requirements and should not assume funding is guaranteed before receiving an award.
Official Grant Information & Application:
Important Notice: Funding availability, eligibility requirements, and application deadlines are determined by the issuing organization. The Home Care Council of PA does not administer these programs, guarantee eligibility, or guarantee funding awards. Members should verify all information directly with the official funding source.