Grants Funding

Next Generation Community Grant

The Delaware County Interactive Gaming Revenue Authority (DCIGRA) offers grants to support nonprofits providing programs and services benefiting children living primarily in low- to moderate-income households in Delaware County. Eligible nonprofits include those with a proven record of serving young people in underserved communities within Delaware County, with 501(c)(3) tax status or a legitimate fiscal sponsor. Grant applications are now being accepted through May 6th, 2026, on a first-come, first-served basis.

Food & Household Products Security Community Grants

The Delaware County Interactive Gaming Revenue Authority (DCIGRA) offers grants to support non-profits providing Food & Household Products, with a focus on benefiting low-moderate-income neighborhoods and other marginalized communities in Delaware County. Eligible non-profits include those offering food drive programs, and grant applications will be open from October 1st to 31st (Extended to November 8th).

Security Camera Grant

The Delaware County Interactive Gaming Revenue Authority (DCIGRA) offers grants to support municipalities installing security camera systems on publicly owned or leased properties. Eligible expenses include cameras, hardware, software, and installation, with awards up to $7,500 per municipality. Applications will be accepted beginning August 15, 2025, on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are depleted.

Arts & Culture Grants

The Delaware County Interactive Gaming Revenue Authority (DCIGRA) offers grants to support non-profits providing arts and culture programming, with a focus on benefiting low-moderate-income neighborhoods and other marginalized communities in Delaware County. Eligible non-profits include those offering arts and crafts programs, which will run from August 1st to 31st.

Emergency Services Grant

The Delaware County Interactive Gaming Revenue Authority is offering grant funding to support community-focused initiatives led by emergency service organizations in Delaware County. Eligible applicants include police departments, fire departments, and volunteer fire companies. These grants are designed to help strengthen public safety and improve community outreach. Grant applications will be accepted starting June 1 and must be submitted by July 3, 2025. This is a valuable opportunity to receive financial support for the essential services you provide.

Grants Awarded

  • Overall Grants Awarded to Applicants

    2021 to 2025, Delaware County Council approved grants a total of $2,793,256.44 in grants collected for Emergency Services Special grants, Food & Household Products Insecurity grants, Next Generation grants, and Arts & Culture grants.

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  • February 16, 2022, Delaware County Council approved grant for: $5,000 to the Delaware County Community College to support their Center for Equity and Social Justice

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  • February 16, 2022, Delaware County Council approved grant for Emergency Services Outreach & Recruitment Reimbursement awarded to: $2,450 reimbursement for Upper Darby Township Police Department $2,500 reimbursement for Brookhaven Borough Police Department $638.99 reimbursement for Collingdale Borough Police Department $2,500 reimbursement for Marple Township Police Department $1,022.63 reimbursement for Prospect Park Fire Company $1,071.86 reimbursement…

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  • September 1, 2021, Delaware County Council approved $5000 grants to Youth Serving Organizations in Delaware County: Kelly Music for Life Haverford Area YMCA Women’s Resource Center (Girls Lead Program) Community YMCA Darlington Arts Center (Outreach program) Episcopal Community Services Upper Darby Arts & Education Foundation Boys and Girls Club of Chester Chester Eastside Ministries Chester…

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