The BLOOM Business Empowerment Center, through the York County Economic Alliance, is pleased to announce the 2023 City of York BLOOM Grant Program for Small Businesses has opened today, September 20 and will remain open through Friday, October 13 at 8pm.
Read MoreDowntown Inc, the organization committed to driving, enhancing, and encouraging investment in Downtown York has recently completed a new streetscape project to increase pedestrian safety, beautify public spaces, and enhance the Rail Trail experience throughout Downtown York.
Read MoreDowntown Inc is pleased to announce the winners of the 23rd Annual Downtown First Awards, held at Keystone Kidspace on the evening of Thursday, August 10, 2023. The winners from each category represent exceptional businesses, organizations, and individuals who have put Downtown York first, through their commitments of time, advocacy, and resources.
Read MoreWhile exploring #HistoricallyEdgy Downtown York with your furry friend, count on these 19 places to offer your dog a refreshing drink and maybe even a treat!
Read MoreDowntown Inc is pleased to announce that Jane Conover and Jack Kay will both be recognized as the Louis J. and Jody D. Appell Lifetime Achievement Award winners at the 23rd Annual Downtown First Awards, on August 10 at Keystone Kidspace in Downtown York.
Read MoreDowntown Inc is pleased to announce the finalists for the 23rd Annual Downtown First Awards, to be held at Keystone Kidspace on Thursday, August 10, at 5:30pm. The finalists from each category represent businesses, organizations, and individuals who have put Downtown York first, through their commitments of time, advocacy, and resources. This event is made possible through the sponsorship of The Glatfelter Agency.
Read MoreThis week, members of the Downtown Inc and York County Economic Alliance team attended the 2023 Pennsylvania Downtown Center Conference in Scranton, PA, the Commonwealth's Premier Revitalization Conference.
Read MoreYork Art Association brings both music and art to the streets!
Any pianist from beginner to grandmaster can tickle the ivories at various locations in Downtown York beginning at noon on Wednesday, June 21, on Make Music Day. The York Art Association found five unwanted pianos and is giving them a new life by having them creatively painted and installing them on the street for the public to play.
Read MoreDowntown Inc, the organization committed to driving, enhancing, and encouraging investment in Downtown York is seeking submissions of designs for art and images to be installed on the pavement to beautify five crosswalks in the City of York that cross over the York County Heritage Rail Trail.
Read MoreDowntown Inc is pleased to announce the 2023 Welcoming Communities Grant Recipients, all of whom will host sustainable community events or programs that contribute to creating a welcoming and connected community for all in York City through diversity, accessibility and cultural representation.
Read MoreContinuously operating in Downtown York since 1876 as York County’s oldest public market, Penn Market has experienced incredible news worthy growth in the last three years. With occupancy dwindling since the early 2000s and under the threat of tax sale in 2017, Penn Market is once again home to a robust small business economy, with no vacant vendor spaces!
Read MoreGo Green in the City, a Downtown Inc annual signature event and family-fun festival, highlights healthy, green and local living with more than 50 vendors, food, live music, and interactive activities. Here are 5 easy tips to ‘go green’ year-round in Downtown York.
Read MoreBack for the fourth year, Downtown Inc and the Cultural Alliance of York County are excited to announce the application period is now open for the Welcoming Communities York City Grants program.
The Welcoming Communities Grant program is administered by Downtown Inc and is made possible through Better York and the financial support of Better York, Powder Mill Foundation, the York County Community Foundation, and in partnership with the Cultural Alliance of York County. The goal of the grant program is to identify and provide financial support to sustainable community events that contribute to creating a welcoming and connected community for all in York City – through diversity, accessibility, and cultural representation. Grant amounts up to $2,000 will be considered, and the average grant amount is $1,500 or less. A total of $15,000 in grant funds will be allocated in 2023 for events taking place from May 1, 2023-May 1, 2024 in the City of York.
Grant Schedule:
Letter of Interest portal opens Monday, February 6, 2023.
Deadline to submit a Letter of Interest is Monday, February 20, 2023 at 5pm ET.
Selected applicants will be invited to fill out a Full Application by Wednesday, March 1, 2023.
Applicants will be notified of the funding decision by April 19, 2023
Grants will begin disbursement on Friday, April 21, 2023 (pending completion of grantee paperwork)
Note: In the interest of treating all applicants fairly, Better York will not entertain requests for funding events or programs outside of the annual application period.
Application Details:
Download a copy of the Letter of Interest questions to review ahead of time by clicking below:
Welcoming Communities York City 2023 Grant Letter of Interest.
Eligibility:
Individuals or organizations may apply. Applicants are not required to be a 501(c)3.
Priority will be given to events that have not received a Welcoming Communities Grant in 2020 or 2021.
New programs and events, as well as established events are eligible.
Events must be held in York City between 5/1/2023 and 5/1/2024.
Events must be open to the public at no cost
Additional questions can be directed to (717) 849-2331 or email info@downtownyorkpa.com.
Downtown Inc, the organization committed to driving, enhancing, and encouraging investment in Downtown York is proud to announce new additions to the York Business Improvement District Authority board of directors, as well as a new Chair of the Board, and executive committee.
Read MoreDowntown Inc and a crew of dedicated volunteers braved the cold on November 20, 2022 during Hanging of the Greens, an annual event where lamp-posts and bridges are wrapped with live greenery and festive red bows in anticipation of the holiday season ahead.
Read MoreDowntown Inc, the organization committed to driving, enhancing, and encouraging investment in Downtown York is pleased to announce its newest team member, Corey Wolfe.
Read MoreThe Redevelopment Authority of the County of York (RACY), in partnership with the York County Economic Alliance (YCEA), announces the acquisition of the former federal post office at 200 South George Street in the City of York, paving a path for future redevelopment.
Read MoreAfter Robert Machovec’s Yellow Farm Cat sculpture which sat along the 200 block of North George Street fell into disrepair, Downtown Inc worked to secure funding, made possible with the support of the York County Community Foundation to make the necessary repairs. Now, after hours of work, Machovec proudly re-installs his cat to its place of prominence along Downtown York’s main thoroughfare.
Read MoreThe Sweetest Pint Downtown Tasting Tours are a series of Downtown pub and restaurant crawls that marry craft beer with inspired dishes. At each Downtown York establishment, you'll enjoy a small chef's plate creation and craft beer sample provided by a local brewery. This is a WALKING tour. Designated Driver tickets are available. Proceeds from ticket sales benefit Downtown Inc, the organization committed to driving, enhancing, and encouraging investment in Downtown York through economic development, promotions, placemaking, and public safety.
Read More“OUR MISSION: To drive, enhance, and encourage investment in Downtown York.”
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