The Food Trust has worked to provide local residents with fresh, nutritious and affordable food in their own communities for over two decades. Nonetheless, many Pennsylvanians continue to struggle to […]
Read More about The Food Trust’s Food Bucks NetworkThe following is a list of updated COVID-19 protections for renters and homeowners in Pennsylvania. Please note that the original moratorium on evictions has been extended to May 11, 2020 […]
Read More about Housing Equality Center of PennsylvaniaPaycheck Protection Program Loan Information An additional $310 billion has just been approved to extend the PPP through the U.S. Small Business Administration. Applications can be submitted today from participating program […]
Read More about SBA Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)As part of the Coronavirus Farm Assistance Program Secretary Perdue announced on April 17 that the USDA is exercising authority under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act to purchase and distribute up […]
Read More about USDA Farmers To Families Food BoxThe Department of Community & Economic Development (DCED), has received notice of the award of the first allocation of Emergency Solutions Grant program funds appropriated under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief […]
Read More about Emergency Solutions Grant – CARES Act (ESG-CV)Governor Tom Wolf signed Senate Bill 841 today that helps local communities and businesses respond to the COVID-19 emergency and protect the public. The bill provides flexibility on property tax […]
Read More about Gov. Wolf Signs Senate Bill 841 to Provide Flexibility to Local Governments and BusinessesFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Maria Wherley mariawherley@padowntown.org HARRISBURG, PA—A new report published by Main Street America, founded by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, reveals that nearly 7.5 million small businesses […]
Read More about Main Street America finds up to 7.5 million small businesses in danger of closing permanentlyPDC has been informed by our contacts at PA Small Business Development Centers that no one should need to pay for services to apply for SBA loans. The application process […]
Read More about Fraud Alert!We hope everyone is staying healthy and safe in this crazy mixed-up time. We understand that things are still changing, and we are all learning how to respond in the […]
Read More about A Note From PDC’s Executive DirectorFirst of all, our hope is that you and your families are safe and healthy, and that you continue to be so. As the situation evolves, we will make every […]
Read More about An update to the PDC network regarding COVID-19Join the Pennsylvania Downtown Center and access a wide range of resources and support to help your community flourish. As a member, you’ll enjoy discounted services, stay informed about funding opportunities, and connect with a statewide network of dedicated professionals working to revitalize Pennsylvania’s downtowns and neighborhoods.
