Duquesne Light Community Impact Grants (Microgrant Program)
Eligibility
Small 501(c)(3) nonprofits (budget ≤$500K) serving Allegheny & Beaver counties
Program Goals
Duquesne Light's microgrants (up to $10K) have funded K-12 STEAM programs, technology access, and climate resilience projects for small nonprofits in Allegheny and Beaver counties. The program comes and goes by year, so email community@duqlight.com to check the current cycle before you plan around it.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
No fixed dates posted — monitor the program page (see Cycle Notes).
Cycle Notes
Program page live as of Aug 2026 but shows the 2023 cycle (applications ran Jun 21-Jul 21, 2023); DLC has reopened the microgrant program in multiple years — confirm current status at community@duqlight.com
Grant Award Amount
Up to $10,000
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- Smart Solar Kit, Climate Action Kit
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Duquesne Light Community Impact Grants (Microgrant Program) in Pennsylvania?
Small 501(c)(3) nonprofits (budget ≤$500K) serving Allegheny & Beaver counties
How much funding is available through Duquesne Light Community Impact Grants (Microgrant Program)?
Up to $10,000. Check the current program guidelines for the latest award ranges.
Can Duquesne Light Community Impact Grants (Microgrant Program) funds be used for STEM and coding tools?
Yes. Duquesne Light Community Impact Grants (Microgrant Program) funds can support hands-on STEM materials, physical computing kits, and coding curriculum when they align to the program's stated goals. Document alignment to program objectives before purchasing.
How do Pennsylvania schools apply for Duquesne Light Community Impact Grants (Microgrant Program)?
No fixed dates posted — monitor the program page (see Cycle Notes).
How can Forward Education help with Duquesne Light Community Impact Grants (Microgrant Program) funding?
Forward Education provides curriculum alignment documents, official pricing letters for grant budgets, and letters of support for Pennsylvania schools. Our STEM kits are purpose-built to meet the learning outcomes Duquesne Light Community Impact Grants (Microgrant Program) funds. Contact us before submitting your application.
Need Help Writing Your Grant Application?
Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals. We can help you connect our tools to your grant requirements.
- Curriculum alignment documents — Pennsylvania standards mapped to our kits
- Program quotes and pricing — classroom sets, bundles, and multi-site pricing
- Letters of support — documentation for grant applications
- Project ideas and scope-and-sequence — ready-to-use program outlines
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