COVID-19 PA Hazard Pay Grant
Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development
Who can apply
Businesses, healthcare non-profits, public transportation agencies, and certified economic development organizations may apply for funding for employers located and operating in Pennsylvania within one of the following eligible industries: Healthcare and Social Assistance Food Manufacturing Food Retail Facilities Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation Security Services for eligible industries listed above and commercial industries that were not closed as a result of the Governor’s Business Closure Order Janitorial Services to Buildings and Dwellings Additional details about eligible industries and employers can be found in the program guidelines.
About this opportunity
The COVID-19 PA Hazard Pay Grant Program was established to help employers provide hazard pay to employees in life-sustaining occupations during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Hazard pay is intended to keep front-line employees working in sectors that are vital to every Pennsylvanians’ existence. The program will help employers provide hazard pay for their employees to retain current employees. This reimbursement-based grant is for employers who will be offering hazard pay over the eligible program period.