Conservation Corps Grants For Conservation Projects, To Remove Graffit, Repair Vandalism

Applications are now being accepted for PA Conservation Corps Program grants for conservation, recreation, historic preservation, graffiti removal and repair of vandalism from the Department of Labor and Industry. (formal notice)

Applications for political subdivisions and nonprofit organizations in Philadelphia are due January 8.

The PCC program is designed to provide work experience and educational opportunities to unemployed young adults as they undertake needed projects on Pennsylvania's public lands.

Funds available through the program may be used to purchase approved construction materials and contracted services (political subdivisions must provide a 25 percent cash match). The wages of corps members and crew leaders are paid directly by the Department.

For more information, or to obtain a grant application packet, visit the PPC webpage or contact the Pennsylvania Conservation Corps, 1304 Labor and Industry Building, 651 Boas Street, Room 1405, Harrisburg, PA 17121, 717-783-6385, send email to: pcc@state.pa.us.