Bucks250PA Awards $20,000 in Funding to 19 Nonprofits in Bucks County to Support Community Based Projects in Advance of Semiquincentennial

Bucks250PA, an official partner of America250PA, has distributed $20,000 in funding to 19 nonprofit organizations in Bucks County, Pennsylvania to support community-focused projects in honor of the United States of America’s 250th anniversary, the Semiquincentennial, in 2026.

“These mini-grants will support local efforts to commemorate Bucks County’s pivotal role in America’s founding and its continued historical significance regionally, throughout Pennsylvania, and across the nation,” said Bucks County Commissioner and Bucks250PA Commission Chair Robert J. Harvie, Jr. “As we move deeper into 2026, the 250th anniversary of America’s founding will hopefully remind us that we are one nation made of many diverse backgrounds and cherished traditions.”

The Bucks250PA Mini-Grants Program supports events, programs, and projects from local nonprofit organizations that contribute to a vibrant calendar of activities commemorating the 250th Anniversary of the United States of America declaring its independence. Proposals were required to demonstrate strong planning, a clear connection to the goals of the America250PA initiative, and a creative or meaningful approach to marking this important milestone. While collaboration wasn’t required, projects that encouraged partnerships, public engagement, or cross-sector cooperation were strongly encouraged. Priority was given to efforts that outlined measurable outcomes and demonstrated a lasting community impact.

Following a submission period from October 1 to December 1 2025, applications were reviewed by the Grants Committee and voted by the Bucks250PA Board. The nonprofit organizations, listed alphabetically below, were awarded mini-grants, ranging from $550 to $1,500:

• African American Museum of Bucks County – Revolutionary War Banners & Curricula
• Andalusia Historic House – 2026 Visitor Season Support
• Bristol Cultural & Historic Foundation (BCHF) – Commemorative Street Banners
• Bucks County Choral Society – The Big Sing Community Event
• Bucks County Free Library – For All” Program Series
• Bucks County TMA – SEPTA / Mercer Museum Promotional Video
• Doylestown Historical Society – 250th Initiatives
• Friends of Bolton Mansion – Quaker Perspective Lecture
• Friends of Washington Crossing Park – Introductory Film Project
• Gather Place – Gather Place Gallery ~ America 250th
• Historic Morrisville Society – Enhanced Summerseat Programs
• Historic Fallsington – 250th Exhibit Support
• James A. Michener Art Museum – The Crossing Exhibition
• New Hope Historical Society – Spring House Restoration Project
• Newtown Historic Association – 250th Celebration Full-Day Event
• Palisades Community Foundation – Student Documentary Project
• Pearl S. Buck International – Two 2026 Exhibition Projects
• Phillips Mill Community Association – Art Quilters Celebrate Independence Exhibition
• The TileWorks of Bucks County – TileFest 26: Tiles of the Nation Maker

Funding for the Bucks250PA mini-grant program was made possible through the generous support of local businesses, foundations, and government entities. Those interested in supporting the mission of Bucks250PA through a donation or by becoming a sponsor are invited to contact info@Bucks250PA.org to learn more about partnership opportunities.