Senator Fontana Secures $890,536 in Grants for Allegheny County Safety and Justice Initiatives

Allegheny County, PA – March 11, 2026 – Senator Wayne Fontana today announced $890,536 in grants awarded to organizations in Allegheny County to bolster indigent defense, provide vital treatment for incarcerated individuals, and enhance security measures for local nonprofits. The funding, distributed by the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD), stems from three programs established and funded by the Pennsylvania General Assembly.

Supporting Justice and Treatment Programs

“These PCCD grants will help to ensure that incarcerated persons receive the treatment they need and the legal representation they are due,” said Sen. Fontana. “And I am proud to have advocated for the NonProfit Security Grant Program funding that was awarded to organizations in my district susceptible to targeted hate.”

A significant portion of the funding, $250,000, has been allocated to Allegheny County for the Vivitrol Program at the Allegheny County Jail. This program provides once-a-month treatment to individuals struggling with opioid or alcohol addiction. An additional $125,485 was awarded to the county to support Indigent Defense, guaranteeing access to legal representation for those who cannot afford it.

Nonprofit Security Grants Awarded

Recognizing the increasing need for security at vulnerable community organizations, several nonprofits within the 42nd Senatorial District received grants through the NonProfit Security Grant Program:

• Attawheed Islamic Center, Carnegie – $100,000
• Beth El Congregation of the South Hills, Mt. Lebanon – $25,000
• Chabad Lubavitch of the South Hills, Mt. Lebanon – $25,000
• Penns Woods Classical Academy, Mt. Lebanon – $45,051
• Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania, Downtown – $75,000
• Seton LaSalle Catholic High School, Mt. Lebanon – $100,000
• SisTers PGH, Downtown – $50,000
• The Greenwood Plan, Downtown – $25,000
• TransYOUniting, Northside – $70,000

Statewide Impact of PCCD Funding

The PCCD awarded a total of $42.5 million to entities across the Commonwealth. More information about the grants and a complete list of awardees can be found on the PCCD website. Click here to learn more.