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The Department of Community Development accepts grant applications through an online process. To access this online application, review the information below then click Apply for Grants at the bottom of this page. Please contact DCD at ccdcd@chesco.org or call 610-344-6900 for information about upcoming grant cycles.
DCD encourages grant seekers to subscribe to the the DCD e-Newsletter to receive announcements about funding opportunities.
Chester County, through the Department of Community Development, receives federal, state, and local funds on an annual basis and seeks proposals from Chester County organizations who are committed to improving the lives of Chester County residents.
The list of resources below present DCD's priorities and objectives for funding housing, community development, economic development, infrastructure, homeless assistance, and other public services in Chester County. Funding consideration is given to applicants who effectively address the most pressing needs of Chester County residents. DCD works in tandem with the following plans:
Most funding for programs supported by DCD is allocated to benefit low and moderate income individuals and families or dislocated/unemployed workers. Therefore, applicants who are awarded funding will be required to collect and provide income and other demographic data with regard to the population served.
Apply for Grants
Returning applicants can complete previously saved applications and view submitted applications.
Log in to your account.
To access a new application, click "Apply for Grants" and follow the instructions.
DCD encourages grant seekers to subscribe to the the DCD e-Newsletter to receive announcements about funding opportunities.
Our Vision
Chester County, through the Department of Community Development, receives federal, state, and local funds on an annual basis and seeks proposals from Chester County organizations who are committed to improving the lives of Chester County residents.
The list of resources below present DCD's priorities and objectives for funding housing, community development, economic development, infrastructure, homeless assistance, and other public services in Chester County. Funding consideration is given to applicants who effectively address the most pressing needs of Chester County residents. DCD works in tandem with the following plans:
Adopted Plans
- Decade to Doorways 10-Year Plan to Prevent and End Homelessness
- Consolidated Plan (2013-2017) Strategies & Goals
- Chester County Assessment of Fair Housing, 2018-2022
- Landscapes2
- DCD Strategic Business Plan
- Chester County Strategic Business Plan
- Southeast PA Regional and Local Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act Plans
- VISTA 2025 Economic Development Strategy
Funding Requirements
Most funding for programs supported by DCD is allocated to benefit low and moderate income individuals and families or dislocated/unemployed workers. Therefore, applicants who are awarded funding will be required to collect and provide income and other demographic data with regard to the population served.
Helpful Information
Apply for Grants
Apply for Grants
Returning applicants can complete previously saved applications and view submitted applications.
Log in to your account.
To access a new application, click "Apply for Grants" and follow the instructions.