Cathy Barrick • November 6, 2026

Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council Releases Its 2027–2031 State Plan, Request for Applications

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Cathy Barrick

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November 6, 2026

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The Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council has released their 5-Year State Plan for 2027 – 2031. In addition, they have also released a Request for Applications (RFA) containing detailed instructions on how to prepare and apply for funding. This RFA identifies one project area that will be funded in the 5-year state plan: “Leadership Empowerment and Advocacy Fund.” 

 

Additional project areas and funding opportunities will be announced in future RFAs. For information about the Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council or this funding opportunity, please visit the Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council website.

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