America250PA Executive Director Cassandra Coleman was joined in Newtown by members of the Bucks250PA Committee, Visit Bucks County, and the Office of Senator Steve Santarsiero to celebrate the funding award. (Courtesy of Bucks250PA)
Bucks250PA was awarded a $5,000 grant from America250PA’s second Semiquincentennial Grant Round for their Revolutionary War Trail project. This funding enables Bucks250PA to develop a printed and digital map experience that encourages exploration of Bucks County’s historic sites, supports heritage tourism, and expands access to underrepresented stories from the American Revolution.
“We are excited to contribute to Pennsylvania’s celebration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence—and to engage our neighbors in meaningful ways that reflect our shared values while pointing toward a hopeful future,” said Teresa Androutsos, Vice Chair of the Bucks250PA board. “Throughout 2026, Bucks250PA aspires to commemorate the history of Bucks County and the Commonwealth, including the history of its Indigenous Nations and contemporary connections.”
“It’s thrilling to see so many Pennsylvania communities and organizations stepping up with meaningful, engaging, and inspiring plans as we approach the Semiquincentennial,” said Cassandra Coleman, Executive Director of America250PA. “These grants are giving Pennsylvanians the tools to come together, remember where we’ve been, and imagine what comes next. America250PA is incredibly proud to support this work, and grateful to Governor Shapiro and the General Assembly for making it possible.”
For more information about the Semiquincentennial Grants, please visit https://www.america250pa.org/Semiquin_Grants
