Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC

06/19/2026

✴️ This Juneteenth, we were thrilled to sponsor Harrisburg’s celebration and participate in the annual summit. This weeklong series of events continues to be a powerful economic driver for our region, generating nearly $500,000 in impact each year.

✳️ We left feeling inspired, better connected, and more committed than ever to supporting a more inclusive, thriving Harrisburg Region.

👏 Thank you to the Juneteenth Planning Committee and to every organizer, vendor, and community member who made this year’s celebration truly unforgettable and one for the record books.

One City. One Team. One Impact.
Young Professionals of Color - Greater Harrisburg
https://bit.ly/441Oo46

06/18/2026

📣 The coalition driving the Revitalize Downtown Harrisburg effort has announced the MyHBG Create Your Community Grant Program, inviting citizens to bring creativity and energy to Downtown Harrisburg through small, community-led projects.

🌅 The program supports low-cost, short-term projects like murals, public art, pop-up events, beautification, and other creative efforts that can make an immediate impact while shaping long-term city improvements.

Local leaders say the grants are designed to empower residents, artists, and organizations to take action quickly, helping make Harrisburg more vibrant, connected, and welcoming for everyone.

Funded by the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development, the program is part of the broader Revitalize Downtown Harrisburg effort.

▶️ You can learn more on how to bring ideas to life at https://bit.ly/4eRj1RO

The City of Harrisburg PA
Dauphin County Parks & Recreation
Pennsylvania Downtown Center
Visit Hershey & Harrisburg
Sen. Patty Kim
Rep. Nate Davidson
Rep. David Madsen
Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC

06/17/2026

🔷 CREDC held its annual Impact Breakfast June 4, bringing together our region's entrepreneurs, innovators and community partners who made the past year extraordinary.

🔶 Special thanks to Bill Craig, CEO of WebFX for joining us and providing his insights during an exclusive fireside chat. He shared the WebFX journey from the CREDC business incubator to a national powerhouse and leading marketing agency, based in the Capital Region. The event also included key highlights from the 2025 Annual Report, which can be found here https://bit.ly/3SJaA2k.

▶️ In 2025, CREDC turned every $1 invested into $92 in economic return to the region.

🔶 Check out our photo gallery from the event https://bit.ly/4oBBXaK

06/16/2026

⭐ PUBLIC WORKSHOPS THIS THURSDAY ⭐These workshops are free and open to anyone who lives, works, visits and cares about building a brighter, better and more vibrant future for Downtown Harrisburg. 💡🩵 https://downtownhbg.com/

🗓️ Thursday, June 18, the "Quality of Life" public workshops will spark community conversation on invigorating our capital city can to be a place for everyone.

🕐 1 to 3 p.m.
🕧 6 to 8 p.m.
📍 Harrisburg High School, John Harris Campus 2451 Market St.

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UPCOMING WOKSHOPS
"Public Spaces" for creating more vibrant and welcoming gathering spaces downtown for people of all ages and abilities.
🗓️ June 23
🕐 1 to 3 p.m.
🕧 6 to 8 p.m.
📍The Camp Curtin Academy, 2900 N 6th St.

"Economic Vitality" how Harrisburg can be a leading economic engine, supporting thriving businesses both today and into the future.
🗓️ June 25
🕐1 to 3 p.m.
🕧 6 to 8 p.m.
📍 Harrisburg High School, SciTech Campus, 215 Market St.
The City of Harrisburg PA
Pennsylvania Downtown Center
Dauphin County, PA
Sen. Patty Kim
Rep. Nate Davidson
Rep. David Madsen

06/15/2026

06/15/2026

🔷🔶 On June 10, we were pleased to welcome PA State Rep. Jim Struzzi to our latest Policy Pulse!🔶🔷

Attendees heard directly from the Chairman of the House Republican Appropriations Committee on the state budget, policy priorities, and what lies ahead for Pennsylvania. His diverse background, from journalism, PennDOT press secretary, and chamber leadership, made for an insightful and engaging discussion.

👏 We appreciate Rep. Struzzi's time and perspective, and thanks to all who attended!

06/12/2026

⚽🏆 Let’s go, Team USA! 🏆⚽

🇺🇸 We are proudly cheering for the U.S. Soccer Men’s National Team as they take the pitch tomorrow night in Los Angeles!

⭐And we’re especially rooting for Central PA’s own Christian Pulisic, Hershey native and USA team captain, who continues to inspire the next generation right here in our region. From to the world stage, we’re behind you all the way! 🍫💙💛

https://bit.ly/43v8sO4

Soccer superstar Christian Pulisic grew up in the heart of chocolate country, and now Hershey is proud to celebrate and be part of that legacy.

06/11/2026

🏆🪙Wishing our local round National Civics Bee® winners Arshaan, Aarjavee & Mateo the best of luck tomorrow as they compete at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's Pennsylvania State FinalsHosted by the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry at Penn State in State College! 🎉

We’re so proud of all your hard work and achievements. What an incredible accomplishment to make it this far! Thank you for representing Central PA... we’re all cheering you on!

🏅 Arshaan A. – Waynesboro Area School District, Middle School
🥈 Aarjavee K. – Derry Township School District, Hershey Middle School
🥉 Mateo J. – Derry Township School District, Hershey Middle School

06/10/2026

🎉Congratulations to Denim Coffee on your new Menaker Building location in ! 🎉

As the region’s Certified Economic Development Organization (CEDO), CREDC helped support the broader revitalization of this city block by facilitating financing for Denim Coffee’s new location through a Pennsylvania Catalyst Loan in partnership with LINKBANK Banking. The low-interest financing assisted with equipment purchases and leasehold improvements, positioning Denim to serve as a daily anchor alongside newly opened Coronet Park.

06/09/2026

🎀 Ribbon Cuttings Across the Region!

We’re excited to celebrate the growth of our business community with three recent ribbon cuttings. Join us in welcoming and congratulating these fantastic businesses!

⚕️CNS Occupational Medicine in Lower Paxton Township
🥤 Sandy's in Elizabethville
🍔 Wonder at High Pointe Commons in Swatara Township

Each of these businesses brings new energy, terrific services, and opportunities to our region. We’re proud to support their continued success and grateful for their investment in our communities!