How to Get the Native Plant Grants Rebate

What you get

Grants of $500–$1,500 for projects using Pennsylvania native plant materials. Funds may be used for native plant purchases, project supplies, and project-specific educational expenses. Open to individuals, nonprofits, and community groups.

• Residential: Up to $1,500

Are you eligible?

• Be a Pennsylvania Native Plant Society customer
• Property located in: Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, Allentown, Reading, Lancaster
• Project must use Pennsylvania native plants
• Submit application with project description and budget
• Check panativeplantsociety.org/grants for current cycle dates

What applying usually looks like

A general guide. Always confirm the exact steps on the official program page, since each provider runs its process a little differently.

1. 1

   Apply and get written approval first

   Submit your application to Pennsylvania Native Plant Society and wait for written approval before you remove any turf or start work. Starting early is the most common reason a rebate is denied.

2. 2

   Do the conversion

   Replace your lawn with the qualifying landscaping, following the eligibility requirements above.

3. 3

   Submit your claim

   After the work is done, submit your claim on the official program page. Confirm the exact forms, receipts, and any photos they require there, since those vary by program.