PRPS Organizational Development Grant

The PRPS Organizational Development grant is administered by a foundation that functions as a subsidiary of the Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society (PRPS). This grant program is dedicated to initiatives that strengthen the relevance, capacity, and influence of PRPS as a professional membership association. The intent is to support projects that extend beyond the scope of PRPS’s regular annual budget, offering critical assistance for strategic growth and service expansion. Eligible projects must clearly address a documented need that PRPS cannot fulfill within its standard financial framework. Acceptable uses of the funding include, but are not limited to, conducting research, developing partnerships, and pursuing other statewide initiatives designed to benefit PRPS members, partners, and stakeholders. The grant encourages innovative efforts that have the potential to enhance PRPS’s value and service delivery throughout Pennsylvania. The maximum funding amount available for a single project is up to $30,000. There is no matching requirement, which provides accessible funding to support PRPS-aligned initiatives without needing to secure additional financial commitments from other sources. Applications must be submitted by 12:00 PM on May 30, 2025. The provided information does not specify an opening date for application submissions nor any intermediate steps such as a Letter of Intent or pre-application Q&A opportunities. As such, interested applicants should focus on completing and submitting their proposals ahead of the final deadline to ensure consideration. Specific eligibility is narrowly defined, as the projects must serve the internal needs of PRPS and its stakeholders. No further details regarding the application questions, evaluation criteria, or direct contact information have been provided. Applicants are encouraged to refer to the full application guidance to ensure full compliance and eligibility before applying.