Love Your Block, Erie

04/08/2026

We are teaming up with The Launderie Room to offer a free laundry day on Saturday, April 18 from 9am-1pm!

Any family can do two loads of laundry, free of charge. Soap is included with your wash and dry.

The Launderie Room is located at 2810 State Steet, Erie.

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03/30/2026

Thank you to our NAP funders for continuing to support the growth and investment of our neighborhoods! 🧡

Northwest Bank celebrated its continued investment in Erie County communities with the presentation of Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) funding.

03/30/2026

03/13/2026

03/11/2026

03/11/2026

Applications for SSJNN’s Home Repair mini grant program are now open!

These grants provide financial assistance to qualified owners of residential properties within the SSJNN service area. Restoration and maintenance of individual properties and facades improve the visual appearance and strengthen the character of a whole neighborhood, which is critical to the vitality of the entire district. Investment in emergency repairs and preventative maintenance are likewise important to the long-term stability of the housing stock in our neighborhoods.

Details and grant applications can be found here:https://www.ssjnn.org/wp-content/uploads/2026-HOME-REPAIR-Grant-Application.pdf

For More Information, Call 814-454-7814, ext. 303

THANK YOU! to the partners who made this happen - Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development, Erie Insurance, First National Bank, Northwest Bank

03/11/2026

Looking for a way to make a real difference in a child’s life? The Foster Grandparent Program gives adults 55 and older the chance to mentor, support, and inspire children in a school classroom.

By volunteering, you can:

Help children succeed in school

Provide guidance and friendship to those who need it most

Share your experience, wisdom, and heart

Join us at our upcoming informational meeting to learn how you can become a Foster Grandparent and make a lasting impact. Your time, care, and energy can change lives—maybe even yours!

Join us for our upcoming informational FREE LUNCHEON to learn how to become a Foster Grandparent and make a lasting impact. Your time, care, and energy can change lives—maybe even yours!

Date: April 8
Time: 11 AM- 1:30 PM
Location: Erie Yacht Club
RSVP: 814-459-4581 x455

Every child deserves a champion. Will you be one?

03/11/2026

Older adults and Pennsylvanians with disabilities can receive up to $1,000 through the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program. Last year, we were proud to deliver $314 million through this program that Governor Josh Shapiro worked to expand for the first time in nearly 20 years. This year, see if you or a loved one qualify at pa.gov/PTRR.

03/11/2026

If you’re looking for in-person help with your Property Tax/Rent Rebate application, use our PTRR Lookup Tool. Enter your zip code and find assistance near you today: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/revenue/ptrr/ptrr-support

02/09/2026

New grant opportunities from ECGRA - Erie County Gaming Revenue Authority!

ECGRA has three grant opportunities now open at every level of the community! Learn more about each one at the links below.

Arts, Culture, and Heritage: https://www.ecgra.org/impact-place/community-assets-arts-culture-heritage

Multi-Municipal Collaboration: https://www.ecgra.org/impact-municipalities/multi-municipal-collaboration-grants

Renaissance Block: https://www.ecgra.org/impact-neighborhoods-communities/renaissance-block

Special Events - https://www.ecgra.org/impact-place/special-events-grants

01/26/2026

Attention City of Erie Residents :
If your normal trash pick-up is on Monday's, trash pick-up is delayed by 1 day! All trash will be picked up tomorrow, January 27.

Refuse & Recycling Collection Delayed One Day

Due to extreme cold, refuse and recycling collection is delayed by one day this week. There will be no pickup tonight, January 26, 2026. Residents are asked to place bins curbside on their adjusted collection day. Thank you for your cooperation.

Questions? Call Refuse at 814-870-1390. For more information, visit www.erie.pa.us/refuse.