Allegheny County – December 16, 2025 – Today, State Senator Wayne Fontana announced awards totaling $6,490,251 in Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) funding to community initiatives and projects serving the constituents of the 42nd Senatorial District.
“It is great to see such a substantial commitment to the organizations helping our family, friends, and neighbors,” said Sen. Fontana. “This is another example of government, business, and non-profits working together to improve our community.”
NAP encourages private sector investment into projects that helps improve distressed communities by providing tax credits to businesses that donate capital to support projects. The funding can be used for projects in categories including affordable housing, community services, crime prevention, education, job training, food access, blight, special population issues, veteran’s initiatives, and long-term community revitalization.
Funding recipients include:
- 412 Food Rescue, Inc.
$55,250 from Duquesne Light Company, First National Bank, UPMC Health Plan
The Good Food Project’s Zero Waste Kitchen turns surplus food into 1,300+ nutritious, frozen meals each month. Packed in compostable containers, they are distributed to people facing food insecurity.
- ACH Clear Pathways
$16,250 from TriState Capital Bank
ACH Clear Pathways will bridge the digital divide by providing updated technology and arts training to youth. The new equipment, including computers and software, will support their Art-Entrepreneur Digital Media Lab, helping students develop technical skills and economic empowerment.
- ACTION-Housing, Inc.
$90,000 from Dollar Bank, TriState Capital Bank
ACTION-Housing will expand its Housing Connector program to help people with disabilities find and secure affordable, accessible housing. With additional staff and funding, they will serve at least 100 individuals annually, providing financial aid and reducing waitlists.
- Bark Real Estate, LLC
$469,539 from the Enterprise Zone Program
Bark Real Estate, LLC is renovating an office/warehouse at 921 Saw Mill Run Blvd for its new tenant, Aeronics, Inc. The project will include exterior and interior upgrades, such as new parking, electrical, flooring, and a wet lab.
- Bhutanese Community Association of Pittsburgh
$72,000 from S&T Bank, Dollar Bank
The Bhutanese youth of Pittsburgh faced unique academic barriers, and BCAP’s after-school program provides a solution. It supports 90 students with academic help, while offering 24 high school mentors workforce development and leadership skills.
- Bike Pittsburgh, Inc.
$45,000 from Hammel Companies Inc.
Bike Pittsburgh will increase access to bike education and resources for District 9 residents. The program will offer free riding lessons, provide bikes and safety gear to youth, and train community members to be certified instructors.
- Casa San Jose
$26,000 from UPMC Health Benefits, Inc
Casa San Jose offers a 10-week Direct Care Worker Training Program for low-income individuals in Pittsburgh. The program equips participants with skills and certifications to secure stable, flexible employment and achieve financial independence.
- Early Excellence Project
$45,000 from Schell Games
This project will help child care providers in four Allegheny County deserts by providing advisory services. The goal is to stabilize their businesses, preserve and expand child care slots, and strengthen local economies by improving efficiency, enrollment, and staff retention.
- Fifty 26th, LLC
$500,000 from the Enterprise Zone Program
A six-story, mixed-use building is being built on a former industrial site in Pittsburgh’s Strip District. The project will create 199 rental units, with 20 designated as affordable housing, and add 20 permanent jobs through new retail tenants.
- Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank
$1,254,490 from Washington Financial, S&T Bank, UPMC Health Plan, 5 Generation Bakers, Apple Castle, Consumer Fresh Produce, Dawson’s Orchards, Dillner Family Farms, Giant Eagle Aliquippa, Giant Eagle Corporate, Harvest Valley Farms, Kistaco Farm, Mihelic Shop ‘n Saves, Shop n Save – Mt Washington, Shop n Save – Tuscarawas, Soergel Orchards, Triple B Farms, Wexford Farms, PNC Bank, TriState Capital
The Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank aims to reduce food purchases and increase fresh, nutritious options for families by incentivizing farm and retail donations. Pennsylvania businesses can receive tax credits for donating, which will help cover rising costs.
- Hill Community Development Corporation
$641,250 from First National Bank, Duquesne Light, KeyBank, Dollar Bank, UPMC, PNC
Year 5 of 6. The Hill CDC is focused on revitalizing its neighborhood by creating a mix of affordable commercial, rental, and for-sale housing units. The organization will also continue to support small businesses and entrepreneurs through various training programs.
$90,000 from First National Bank
The Hill CDC is addressing the need for affordable housing by renovating several buildings on Centre Avenue into 10 new rental units. These units will be available to low-income households and at-risk residents, helping to prevent displacement and eliminate blight.
- Jubilee Association, Inc
$409,500 from Huntington Bank, Centimark Corporation, Hammel Companies Inc, UPMC Health Benefits Inc, PJTC Holdings Inc, TriState Capital Bank, Dollar Bank
Jubilee is working to combat food insecurity by expanding its food programs, including daily meals, walk-in pantries, and home delivery. The goal is to provide more healthy, diverse food options to families in need and increase the number of households served.
- Junior Achievement of Western Pennsylvania, Inc.
$16,250 from TriState Capital Bank
Junior Achievement is helping 300 K-8 students in the Sto-Rox School District by providing financial literacy and career readiness programs. The goal is to equip students with essential life skills and increase their long-term economic mobility.
- LEVEL: EQUITY BUILDING
$55,472 from Key Bank, TriState Capital Bank
LEVEL’s initiative addresses affordable housing in McKees Rocks by acquiring a single-family home for rehabilitation. The program provides education and support services to ensure long-term homeownership success for residents.
- Light of Life Ministries, Inc.
$81,250 from UPMC Health Benefits, Inc., WesBanco Bank, Inc., Dollar Bank, FSB
Light of Life will use funds to buy and distribute over 600,000 meals to combat food insecurity and homelessness in Allegheny County. They will purchase fresh, frozen, and culturally relevant foods for daily meals, a client-choice pantry, and mobile outreach.
- McKees Rocks Community Development Corporation
$546,250 from Hammel Companies Inc., KeyBank, Dollar Bank, TriState Capital
Year 5 of 6. McKees Rocks Community Development Corporation is working to reverse economic decline by revitalizing business districts and creating affordable housing. The plan includes a restaurant incubator, a workforce hub, and a new 44-unit residential building.
- North Hills Community Outreach
$63,000 from Huntington Bank, Davis Grows PGH, Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC
North Hills Community Outreach plans to implement a Family-Centered Coaching model to streamline its services and empower clients. Funds will be used for program staff, food pantry supplies, basic necessities, and rent/utility assistance to prevent homelessness.
- Northside Leadership Conference
$475,000 from KeyBank, SSB Bank, HM Life Insurance Company, West Banco, First National Bank, North Shore Entertainment Works, LLC, Huntington Bank
Year 5 of 6. The NSLC is working to revitalize the Northside by supporting local businesses and housing initiatives. The plan includes helping 4-6 new businesses open, offering workshops, and assisting with outdoor dining. It will also support affordable housing and neighborhood outreach.
- Pennsylvania Women Work
$45,000 from Duquesne Light Company
PA Women Work is expanding its workforce development services to help low-income jobseekers in South Pittsburgh. The project will train 75 individuals, providing career coaching, workshops, and supportive services to help them find living wage employment.
- Pittsburgh Community Reinvestment Group
$45,000 from First National Bank
Pittsburgh Community Reinvestment Group will assist 50 small minority businesses by providing technical assistance, mentorship, and support to secure $500,000 in equity and loan investments. The project aims to create a more inclusive business base and address systemic barriers to economic growth.
- Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership
$522,500 from Huntington Bank, Duquesne Light Company, Mascaro Construction Company, KeyBank, TriState Capital Bank, UPMC Health Plan, Dollar Bank
Year 5 of 6. The PDP plans to revitalize Downtown Pittsburgh by accelerating economic growth. They will support human services, train a workforce to pressure wash sidewalks, and open new businesses. Their goal is to create 500 new residential units, 30% of which will be affordable.
$184,500 from Flyspace Productions, Comcast Holdings Corporation, FNB Corporation, Frank B. Fuhrer Holdings, Inc
The Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership will revitalize Market Square by completing a $15 million modernization project, which includes creating a new Outdoor Dining District. These efforts aim to increase foot traffic, improve safety, and boost the economic recovery of local food and beverage businesses.
- Pittsburgh Gateways Corporation
$55,250 from F.N.B. Corporation, Dollar Bank
This project will create 16 “Building Science Champions” from affordable housing and energy-efficiency organizations in Western PA, and support 8 employers. This will expand building science knowledge to improve construction quality, reduce energy costs, and lower the total cost of home ownership.
- Pittsburgh Hispanic Development Corporation
$16,250 from UPMC Health Benefits, Inc.
PHDC’s Business Incubator helps entrepreneurs achieve financial independence by providing one-on-one counseling and a 12–24 month program. The goal is to assist 100 new business ideas and accelerate 25 existing businesses annually.
- Point Park University
$184,500 from Clair Global, Community Bank
Point Park University is partnering with HXOUSE to address Downtown Pittsburgh’s economic distress. The PGHXOUSE project will train 20-50 underserved individuals in creative careers like event production, with 50% of participants securing a paid job or internship.
$32,250 from First National Bank
The Greenwood Plan will renovate a downtown Pittsburgh building into a small business incubator. The funds will be used for critical elevator upgrades, ensuring the space is accessible for 40-50 low-to-moderate income entrepreneurs.
- Mid-Atlantic Mothers’ Milk Bank
$81,250 from UPMC, FNB
The Mid-Atlantic Mothers’ Milk Bank plans to increase its milk processing capacity by 80,000 ounces per year to meet the rising demand from regional hospitals. Funds will be used to purchase and install new pasteurizers and other essential lab equipment.
- Uptown Partners of Pittsburgh
$142,500 from TriState Capital Bank, Key Bank
Year 3 of 6. Uptown Partners of Pittsburgh is revitalizing the Uptown neighborhood by tackling blight, housing, and environmental issues. The project includes cleaning services, blight remediation, and a new community garden. Funds will support these initiatives, along with new public art and a farmer’s market.
- Urban Impact Foundation
$216,000 from F.N.B. Corporation, Dollar Bank, Frank B. Fuhrer Holdings, Incorporated, KeyBank, TriState Capital Bank
Urban Impact is renovating a warehouse to provide workforce development for Northside high school students. The project will create a permanent shop for construction trades and 15-18 classrooms to help students achieve economic independence.
In total, the Department of Community and Economic Development approved 405 awards this week totaling $70 million through NAP. Details about the program and a full list of awardees can be found here.
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