Jenkintown Borough continues to update the  opens in a new windowBorough website with the latest COVID-19 information and community resources that have been provided by County, State and Federal agencies.

Senator Art Haywood shares helpful resources below on grant programs that are now accepting applications for individuals and businesses, along with updates on additional loan and tax credit opportunities:

For individuals seeking rental, mortgage and utility assistance:

• The LIHEAP Recovery Crisis Grant Application is available until August 31^st for eligible households in jeopardy of losing their heating utility service. The application is available online via the Compass portal. Paper applications are available here. Individuals who require assistance completing or submitting paper applications can make an appointment with Senator Haywood’s staff by calling (215) 242-8171.
• The CARES Rent Relief Program (RPP) and Pandemic Mortgage Assistance Program (PMAP) are accepting applications until September 30^th.  Homeowners can apply online or send a paper application to the appropriate county agency, as listed below. Renters must submit three (3) items: a lessee household certification-renter application, a landlord application, and the landlord-property certification. Applicants can mail completed applications and supporting documentation to the appropriate county agency:
• Philadelphia residents mail applications to the Philadelphia Housing Development Corporation (PHDC), located at 1234 Market Street, 16^th Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19107. Online applications are also available here.
• Montgomery County residents mail applications to COVID-19 Rent Relief Program, Montgomery County Human Services Center, P.O. Box 311, Norristown, PA, 19404-0311, or via e-mail to RentRelief@montcopa.orgcreate new email.

For businesses:

• The COVID-19 PA Hazard Pay Grant Program is open until July 31^st for employers in life-sustaining occupations. Eligible industries are healthcare and social assistance agencies, food manufacturing and retail, transit and ground passenger transportation, and certain janitorial and security services. Employers must submit applications through the DCED Electronic Single Application. For help, please call 1-866-466-3972 or e-mail ra-dcedcs@pa.govcreate new email.
• The COVID-19 Cultural Museum and Preservation Grant Program is open until July 31^st for museums and arts institutions that lost revenue due to COVID-19 closures. Grants range from $25,000 to $500,000. Applicants must provide evidence that they received funding prior to May 29, 2020 from the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission or the Department of Community and Economic Development. Eligible organizations include children’s museums, general museums with at least two equally significant disciplines, history museums and historical sites, military and maritime museums, natural history museums, accredited zoos, planetariums, science and technology centers, orchestras, art museums, and performing arts organizations. Applications must be submitted through the the DCED Electronic Single Application. For help, call 1-866-466-3972 or email ra-dcedcs@pa.govcreate new email.
• The Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) is a tax credit open to eligible neighborhood nonprofits until August 31^st. Eligible neighborhood nonprofits can apply for NAP tax credits based on pending contributions from for-profit companies. A nonprofit must solicit corporate support to be eligible. Priority will be given to projects that address the effects of COVID-19 and provide opportunities for marginalized populations. Neighborhood organizations with an IRS 501(c)(3) designation are eligible for tax credits through this program, though please review DCED program guidelines for eligibility criteria. Eligible projects include: affordable housing, community economic development, community services, education, neighborhood assistance and conservation, crime prevention, job training, or charitable food assistance. Applications must be submitted through the DCED Electronic Single Application.
• The $225 million COVID-19 Relief PA Statewide Small Business Assistance program will open for a second round in August. All applicants must apply through a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI). 50% of grants through this program will be awarded to Historically Disadvantaged businesses. The program will also give extra consideration to women-owned businesses, communities targeted for business investment by state government programs like Main Street and Elm Street, and rural communities. To prepare to apply, please review eligibility criteria at www.pabusinessgrants.com.
• The deadline to apply for federal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans is August 8^th, 2020. To apply, you must submit applications through a local lender.

Questions about DCED programs can also be directed to Aliyah Stanger, Director of DCED’s Southeast Regional Office, at astanger@pa.govcreate new email or (215) 560-5832. Additional information is available at DCED’s website.

The Borough continues to encourage everyone to continue to follow the Governor’s latest orders as well as  opens in a new windowCDC guidelines including washing hands often, social distancing and wearing face coverings while around others.

Thank you all.  Be safe and stay well!