BETHLEHEM, Pa. – State Sen. Lisa Boscola announced Wednesday that the PA Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) has awarded three grants totaling $370,382 to assist crime victims and for a crime prevention program.

“These grant awards will have a positive impact on our community through funding critical programs that assist crime victims and a youth mentoring program designed to develop strong, caring relationships and life skills for our region’s youth,” Senator Boscola stated.

Grants through the programs listed below were approved Wednesday by PCCD, according to a news release:

State Endowment Act Funds

Lehigh County, Victim Advocacy for Lehigh County’s Children, $100,000

Endowment Act – DVSOs (Category 4)

Crime Victims Council of the Lehigh Valley: Services for Victims of Child Sexual Abuse, $100,000

State Violence and Delinquency Prevention Programs

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Lehigh Valley: Sports Buddies College Partnership Expansion, $170,382