Monthly Archives: December 2020
PACDC and Members Testify on Importance of Commercial Corridors
PACDC worked with Councilmember Cherelle Parker and the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce to hold a public hearing on December 9th, 2020 on the state of our neighborhood commercial corridors. The hearing was an important opportunity to talk about how critical corridor programs are to our neighborhoods and small businesses in dealing with the devastating […]
Nominations Open for PACDC Awards
After celebrating surviving 2020, nominate those organizations and individuals who did outstanding work throughout the year through PACDC’s annual Blue Ribbon Awards for Community Development Excellence. You know who the heroes, sheroes and “Daymmmnn that’s amazing!” projects were. Now, show them off. See below for the nomination categories. Blue Ribbon Award honoring small and large […]
PACDC seeks Policy Director
Description of Employer The Philadelphia Association of Community Development Corporations (PACDC) is the leading voice of equitable neighborhood revitalization in Philadelphia. As a membership association, PACDC fosters strong community development corporations and non-profit community organizations by enhancing their skills and advocating for resources and policies to create a just and inclusive Philadelphia. Our advocacy has […]
PACDC Testifies in Support of Construction Impact Tax
On December 1st 2020, PACDC and many of our members testified in support of a package of bills that could lead to a $400 million bond issue to invest in affordable homes, neighborhood commercial corridors, and create jobs. PACDC noted that Philadelphia desperately needs action to stimulate economic activity to recover from the devastating impact […]