PENN NORTHWEST DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
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PENN NORTHWEST DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that primarily funds initiatives in Pennsylvania and Ohio, having disbursed a total of $1.6 million in grants in 2025. The foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE MISSION IS TO FACILITATE THE CREATION OF JOBS BY PROMOTING, FINANCING, AND ENCOURAGING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT THROUGH THE COOPERATIVE EFFORTS OF THE PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SECTORS, THEREBY IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN MERCER COUNTY AND WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA. PENN-NORTHWEST SHALL BE THE LEAD ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION IN MERCER COUNTY REPRESENTING THE COUNTY IN ALL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT MATTERS.
Cause Areas
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Urban development
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
HOPE CENTER FOR ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY INC
$2.1M
42%
BUHL COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER
$881.1K
17%
BUHL PARK CORPORATION
$170K
3%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to PENN NORTHWEST DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION?
No. PENN NORTHWEST DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does PENN NORTHWEST DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION give?
PENN NORTHWEST DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania and Ohio. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are PENN NORTHWEST DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from PENN NORTHWEST DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION fall in the $500 thousand to $1 million range. The median first-year grant is about $881 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does PENN NORTHWEST DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION make each year?
In 2025, PENN NORTHWEST DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION awarded about 5 grants, totaling nearly $1.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did PENN NORTHWEST DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION fund recently?
In 2025, PENN NORTHWEST DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include HOPE CENTER FOR ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY INC, BUHL COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER, and BUHL PARK CORPORATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to PENN NORTHWEST DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION?
PENN NORTHWEST DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.