The Winter Coat Program from the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services funds research-driven, community-based initiatives to prevent child abuse and neglect statewide.
Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Solicitation Due Date, Application Deadline)
Funding Amounts: 3-year awards; total or typical funding not specified (varies by year and availability)
Summary: Supports community-based child abuse and neglect prevention initiatives across Pennsylvania through direct services.
Key Information: Eligibility limited to organizations located and operating in Pennsylvania that provide direct services.
The Winter Coat Program, administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) through the Office of Child Development and Early Learning and the Children's Trust Fund Board, is designed to support primary and secondary child abuse and neglect prevention programs. The grant aims to strengthen community-based services throughout Pennsylvania, focusing on direct interventions and programming that protect children by preventing abuse and neglect.