WIIN 2107: Voluntary School and Child Care Lead Testing and Reduction Grant
This DEP grant funds Pennsylvania schools and child care centers to install certified equipment that reduces lead in drinking water fixtures with levels above 5 ppb.
Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
Due Dates: December 31, 2026: Application deadline
Funding Amounts: Reimbursement for eligible equipment and installation costs; total program funding pending
Summary: Reimburses Pennsylvania schools and child care facilities for lead reduction at water fixtures exceeding 5 ppb, covering equipment and installation.
Key Information: Applicants must show water sample results exceeding 5 ppb within 36 months of applying.
Description
This grant program, administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), provides reimbursement funding to public schools and regulated child care facilities in Pennsylvania for activities that reduce lead in drinking water. The focus is on fixtures where sample results exceed the remediation trigger level of 5 parts per billion (ppb). Eligible lead reduction activities include purchasing and installing certified hydration stations, point-of-use (POU) devices, and lead-free faucets used for food preparation or drinking. Both the purchase of equipment and labor costs for installation are covered, provided all actions comply with EPA’s 3Ts guidance and applicable drinking water standards.
