Neighborhood Assistance Program

Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED)

Tax credit program to encourage businesses to invest in projects which improve distressed areas

Projects will fall under the following activities:

Neighborhood Partnership Program (NPP)

Long-term collaborations (5+ years) of business, government, and community leaders to produce a comprehensive, asset-based and relationship-driven approach to community development. A tax credit of up to 75% to 80% can be awarded based on the length of the program (See Guidelines)

Special Program Priorities (SPP)

This program targets on specific problems and projects which the state has designated as priorities (See NAP/SPP guidelines for a list of the priorities) in a distressed area.

Charitable Food Program (CFP)

Focused on improving food security in Pennsylvania. CFP assists charitable programs that provide food to low income populations in distressed areas.

Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP)

Projects must serve distressed areas or support neighborhood conservation. Examples: Affordable housing programs, community services, crime prevention, education, job training, or neighborhood assistance.

Non-Profit Organizations , Businesses

Varies based on project

N/A

Eligible Organizations Note: Non-profit organizations (neighborhood-focused), Businesses

Funding Note: Tax credit percentage varies