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We know that applying for federal grants can be quite challenging for many organizations. Our office is dedicated to assisting you through this process to help you secure the funding you need to achieve your goals.

If you have specific federal grants questions or inquiries, we encourage you to reach out to our Grants Coordinator, Emma Dawson, here.

If you have other questions regarding Congressman Deluzio’s services to constituents, we encourage you to contact us here.

Each month, we put together a Guide to Grants newsletter to share upcoming funding opportunities, webinars, and grant writing tips. You can subscribe to this newsletter here. If you have ideas about how we may be able to improve this newsletter, please contact us here.

For your convenience, we have linked recent Guide to Grants newsletters and webinars here:

Q. I have a project in mind that I would like federal funding for, but I don’t know if there is a federal grant available. Can I reach out to your office for help with this?

A. Absolutely - Team Deluzio can set up a time to speak with you to learn about your funding need and then do research on your behalf to determine if there are federal funds available and/or a grant opportunity that you can apply to.

Q. Does Congressman Deluzio give out grant awards directly? If so, how can I apply?

A. Unfortunately, no. However, Members of Congress may request no more than 15 Community Project Funding (CPF) requests across all eligible accounts each year, though only a handful may actually be funded. You can learn more about Community Project Funding and requirements for eligibility and application timelines here.

Q. I am applying for a foundation grant and/or a grant through the State of PA. Can you still write a letter of support for my agency?

A. Team Deluzio encourages you to submit a request for a Letter of Support for any funding application that you are interested in discussing with our office. From there, we will establish whether or not it makes sense to provide a Letter of Support. Keep in mind that some grant funding originates at the federal level and then is administered by a PA State Agency, so always research or reach out to us to find out where the original source of funding comes from.

Q. My application was not chosen for funding through a federal grant I applied for - would I be able to find out why and how to do better next time?

A. Many federal agencies do provide this sort of feedback on applications, but not all agencies are able to because of the number of applications they receive. If you were denied and would like an assessment of your application, reach out to my office and we will do our best to connect you with a liaison from the funding agency.

Q. My nonprofit agency is small, and our budget is not very large. Is it true that only large institutions like universities or nonprofits that employ a lot of people received federal grants?

A. This is a common misconception! There are many federal agencies that support smaller nonprofits and institutions. They encourage small-medium-sized agencies and departments to apply and are often very helpful with first-time applicants.

Q. I notice that your office conducts many informational webinars on the topic of grants - is there a way for me to watch ones that you completed already?

A. Yes. To watch the most recent webinars, visit Rep. Deluzio’s YouTube channel. I also encourage you to subscribe to the monthly Guide to Grants Newsletter, which always includes a link to the most recent webinars and alerts to upcoming topics with registration information. You can subscribe to this newsletter here.

Q. What if I am interested in applying for a PA state grant? Where should I go to apply for that?

A. Best practice is to start by visiting the www.PA.gov official website and searching for Grant Opportunities. From there, you will be able to see the various PA State Agencies that are offering grant opportunities. Feel free to reach out to Team Deluzio for further assistance and connections.

Assistance Listings (CFDA) at SAM.gov (General Services Administration)
Official descriptions of more than 2,200 federal assistance programs (including grants, loans, and other financial and nonfinancial assistance) can be found on SAM.gov. The website, produced by the General Services Administration (GSA), houses federal assistance listings previously found on the now-retired Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA). Each federal assistance program has a corresponding CFDA program number; these CFDA numbers are still used as numerical program identifiers. Programs are searchable at the "Assistance Listings" domain at SAM.gov; descriptions are updated by departments and agencies, and they cover authorizing legislation, objectives, and eligibility and compliance requirements. The site will eventually be renamed SAM.gov. For current notices of funding availability, see Grants.gov or FedConnect.net.

Grants.gov (managed by Dept. of Health and Human Services)
Federal website that allows eligible grantseekers (see Who is Eligible for a Grant?) to find and apply for current competitive grant opportunities from ALL federal agencies. Grantseekers can check on notices of funding availability (NOFA) posted in the last 7 days; access emails of grant opportunities; and apply for federal grants through a unified process by downloading the application and submitting online. The website guides grantseekers in registering with System for Award Management (SAM) and registering with Grants.gov to apply and to track applications. For full federal program descriptions, see CFDA below. See also website FedConnect.net for additional grants and contracts opportunities.

State Single Points of Contact (Office of Management and Budget)
Under Executive Order 12372, some states require federal grants applicants to submit a copy of their application for state government level review and comment. The state offices listed here coordinate federal financial assistance and may direct federal development. For help in identifying state-level grants, other state government agencies websites may be found at: State and Local Agencies.

A-Z Index of U.S. Departments and Agencies (General Services Administration)
To better develop a grant proposal, search a department or agency’s Home Page to learn more about its programs and objectives. The site USA.gov also links to Government Benefits, Grants, and Loans.

USA.gov for Businesses and Nonprofits (GSA)
Includes contracting with the U.S. government, international trade and exporting, and small business. See also financial assistance links at the Small Business Administration website.

Federal Contract Opportunities (GSA)
Official website posting business, contracting, and procurement opportunities with the federal government. Useful information for vendors, including FBO Demonstration Videos and Frequently Asked Questions, appear under the Getting Started tab. Search options include an advanced search form for more targeted filtering of current opportunities.

Student Aid on the Web (Dept. of Education)
Information on funding education beyond high school, including grants, loans, and work-study assistance to qualified students.

Benefits.gov (via Department of Labor)
Includes information on over 1,000 government assistance programs, and how to apply. Covers direct payment, loan, insurance, training, or other services.

FTC Consumer Alert (Federal Trade Commission)
The FTC warns consumers to beware of paying "processing fees" for information that is available free to the public. Ads claiming federal grants are available for home repairs, home business, unpaid bills, or other personal expenses are often a scam.

OMB Grants Guidance (Office of Management and Budget)
OMB establishes government-wide grants management policies and guidelines through circulars and common rules.

Candid (formerly the Foundation Center) Grants Space
Gateway to information about private funding sources, the grant seeking process, guidelines on writing a grant proposal, addresses of state libraries with grants reference collections, and links to other useful Internet websites. The Center maintains a comprehensive database on foundations; produces print and electronic directories and guides; conducts research and publishes studies in the field; and offers a variety of training and educational seminars.

How do I find grants for my nonprofit?
Proposal Writing Short Course (also in Spanish, French and other languages)
Foundation Information Network Check for locations at Grants Space, Find Us. Free funding information available in libraries, community foundations, and other nonprofit centers nationwide, including access to the Foundation Directory Online database.

Grant Resources by State (Grantsmanship Center)
Click on state map to find links to information about a state’s foundations, community foundations, corporate giving programs and the state’s home page.

Community Foundations
There are more than 750 community foundations in the U.S., which are grantmaking public charities dedicated to improving the lives of people in a defined local geographic area. The Council on Foundations has a listing of community foundations by state.

Also see these Congressional Research Service reports available to the public:

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