It’s a busy time for two major Commonwealth grant programs: the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) and the Local Share Account (LSA) Statewide Program. Both opened within a week of each other, sparking strong interest from organizations eager to invest in the Harrisburg region.
RACP Projects Led by CREDC
The RACP application window stayed open for less than a month, creating a rush of submissions across Pennsylvania. The CREDC team stayed busy during this short window, preparing and submitting several projects.
This round, CREDC filed two direct applications and joined four others as a potential grantee or administrator if funding is approved.
- YWCA Greater Harrisburg – A $3.6 million request to fund upgrades that improve safety and security for women and children receiving housing, treatment, and support services.
- Tracy Mansion Redevelopment – A $4.5 million request to turn the historic Front Street property into office and technology space for WebFX, supporting its growth and the hiring of up to 200 new employees.
Both projects differ in scope but share one mission: to strengthen the Harrisburg region through investment and opportunity.
LSA Applications Open Through November
CREDC is now accepting LSA Statewide applications through November 15, 2025, ahead of the Commonwealth’s final deadline on November 30.
Many applicants continue to wait for results from the 2024 round. So far, the Commonwealth Financing Authority has not released any award announcements. The next scheduled meeting is in November 2025. CREDC will notify applicants as soon as updates become available.
Supporting Regional Development
Through programs like RACP and LSA, CREDC helps businesses, nonprofits, and local governments secure funding for critical projects. These efforts create jobs, improve facilities, and build stronger communities across Central Pennsylvania.
About the Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC
For 140 years, the Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC has served as the region’s catalyst for economic prosperity. The organization combines business, community, and economic development services to enhance the region’s vitality and livability. The Chamber is a five-star accredited chamber through the U.S. Chamber of Commerce—a distinction held by fewer than 1 percent of chambers nationwide. CREDC is the Certified Economic Development Organization for Cumberland, Dauphin and Perry counties.
The Capital Region Economic Development Corporation (CREDC) is the economic development arm of the Harrisburg Regional Chamber and the Certified Economic Development Organization (CEDO) approved by the Commonwealth’s Department of Community and Economic Development to perform economic development activities using Pennsylvania’s funding programs in Cumberland, Dauphin, and Perry counties.
