Department of Public Safety Launches 2025 STOP the Violence Community Investment Grants

Pittsburgh — The City of Pittsburgh Department of Public Safety is pleased to announce the opening of applications for the 2025 STOP the Violence Community Investment Grants. These grants are intended to support organizations making meaningful contributions toward ending violence in our community.  

Since 2022, the grants have offered additional resources to organizations that operate in areas experiencing high levels of crime, engage in violence prevention, and/or that require additional resources to expand their peacemaking efforts. 

For the 2025 grant cycle, the City of Pittsburgh has allocated additional funding to the program, increasing the total budgeted amount from $1 million to $2 million. Additionally, a streamlined application system has been implemented where organizations will apply directly for grant awards through the Department of Public Safety. 

Applicants may apply for a grant award between $15,000 to $50,000. Each organization MUST meet ALL of the following criteria: 

• Be a recognized 501(c)3 organization 

• Operate within or serve individuals who live in the City of Pittsburgh  

• Demonstrate a clear understanding of community violence 

• Experience with implementing programs that impact high-risk community members 

• Have established relationships with those most impacted by violence 

• Have a proven track record of providing resources or programs to the target population in the proposed service area 

All eligible groups are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity and submit their applications by the deadline of May 15, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. Organizations will be notified of award status in summer 2025.  

For detailed information about program requirements, the application process, and to apply, please visit the City of Pittsburgh Violence Prevention website.