State Senator Steve Santarsiero (D-10) and Representative Tim Brennan (D-29) announced $2,887,209 in Pennsylvania state funding on September 15, 2026, for 13 projects across the Doylestown and New Hope area. The funding, awarded through the Local Share Account (LSA)–Statewide program, allocates gaming revenue through the Commonwealth Financing Authority.
While the broader grant package includes funding for fire departments, police departments, historic sites, a library and a skatepark, two awards focus on the region’s life science and healthcare infrastructure: $433,092 for the Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center (PABC) to create space for collaboration, education and innovation, and $35,000 for Doylestown Hospital to support the day-to-day transportation of medical supplies and specimens.
Together, the grants address both the development of life science activity and the operational infrastructure that supports healthcare in the Bucks County community.
A Conference Space Upgrade for a Life Science Incubator
The Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center, a life science incubator in Buckingham Township focused on economic development, job creation, education and training, is receiving $433,092 to expand and renovate its conference facilities.
The center currently provides space to nonprofit organizations and community groups at no cost for meetings, events and essential services. The grant will support the renovation of approximately 3,000 square feet, converting existing conference rooms, an undersized kitchenette and underused offices into a flexible, multi-purpose community meeting hub.
Santarsiero described the Biotechnology Center as “not only a local but national leader in launching new technologies and companies that are creating jobs and saving lives in the life science sector.” He said the funding will improve conference facilities that are also shared with local nonprofit organizations.
Brennan said the center “is more than a center for cutting-edge research,” describing the project as an investment in flexible spaces where people can “learn, collaborate and build new opportunities.” He said the improvements will expand the center’s role as a hub for innovation, community and economic growth in Bucks County.
Keeping Medical Supplies Moving
Doylestown Hospital is receiving $35,000 for a replacement courier van used to transport medications, medical specimens and medical supplies at Penn Medicine Doylestown Health.
According to the announcement, one of the hospital’s existing vans is aging and unreliable, creating a need for a replacement. Santarsiero described the grant as “an investment in the health and well-being of our community,” saying it will help ensure that medications, specimens and supplies can be transported safely and efficiently.
Brennan said the new van will “keep their essential operations moving,” highlighting the less visible infrastructure needed to support healthcare delivery.
Solebury Township is also receiving $53,802 for a utility vehicle with emergency-response capabilities, including a medical evacuation skid unit. The vehicle will be used by three area fire companies through the township’s mutual-aid system and will be equipped with an 85-gallon water tank, 100-foot forestry hose and stretcher rack. The township says the vehicle will be particularly useful in wooded and preserved areas that are difficult for traditional emergency vehicles to reach.
Investments Beyond LifeSciences
The broader grant package also supports public safety, historic preservation, recreation and community infrastructure. Awards include funding for a new fire engine, updated police equipment, the Doylestown Y Skatepark, the Moravian Pottery & Tile Works, the Free Library of New Hope and Solebury, and other local projects.
