Child Care Facilities Can Apply for Free Testing for Lead in Drinking Water

Eligible schools and child care facilities can apply to have their drinking water tested for lead for free through a program recently launched in Pennsylvania.

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The Shapiro Administration initiative - through the state’s Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) - is funded by the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation (WIIN) Act’s Voluntary School and Child Care Lead Testing and Reduction Grant Program. 

The program - which is in partnership with Terraphase Engineering - offers no-cost water testing and, for those with elevated lead levels, grant funding to support lead-reduction activities, such as installing hydration stations.

Eligible applicants could receive up to $3,000 per installed hydration station. The program’s aim is to protect children’s health and make sure they’re drinking safe water.

Schools and child care centers that meet the criteria are encouraged to apply. Applications must be submitted online through the state’s electronic application. Enrollment is open and will remain so until funds are exhausted.

More information can be found on the DEP’s website.