In recognition of the United States’ 250th anniversary, America250 Beaver County is launching a grant program to support boroughs, townships, cities, non-profit organizations, etc to help create special events, programming, public art, heritage projects, community celebrations, and more throughout 2026.
Donor Name: Beaver County
State: Pennsylvania
County: Beaver County (PA)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 01/31/2026
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
These grants are intended to spark innovation, strengthen local identity, encourage tourism, and elevate Beaver County’s presence during this once-in-a-generation milestone.
Themes
- Celebrate Independence & History
- Revolutionary War significance, Fort McIntosh, Logstown, early industry, heritage storytelling, etc.
- Uniting Communities
- Events that bring residents together or highlight diverse perspectives
- Inspire the Future
- Youth programming, educational initiatives, innovation, arts and culture.
- Elevate Beaver County’s Identity
- Tourism-focused experiences, public art, beautification, placemaking projects.
Funding Information
Applicants may request funding between $500 and $10,000 depending on the project scope.
Allowable Uses of funds
- Event costs (performers, staging, rentals, marketing, staff)
- Educational programming and materials
- Public art creation and installation
- Interpretive signage and historical markers
- Heritage trail enhancements
- Venue costs
- Contractors, consultants, designers
Eligibility Criteria
- Incorporated boroughs, townships, municipal authorities, and cities in Beaver County.
- Municipal departments (Parks & Recreation, Public Works, Libraries, Historical Committees, etc…)
- Nonprofit organizations
- Projects may be done in partnership with nonprofits, schools, or community groups.
- Only one application can be submitted. Multiple grants will not be awarded to the same applicant/organization/borough/etc.
For more information, visit Beaver County.
