People
The Hill CDC is committed to the social and economic development of Hill District residents, many of whom have been historically disadvantaged. A variety of programs are offered for business owners, entrepreneurs, aspiring homeowners, creatives and culture workers.
Place
The Hill CDC leads the planning and redevelopment efforts for the neighborhood on behalf of residents and stakeholders of the Hill District. With over $2 Billion of development slated for the area, the Hill CDC is focused on commercial revitalization and affordable homeownership. Equitable outcomes that foster place-keeping and transformative economic investment is the cornerstone of the Hill CDC’s work.
Policy
The Hill CDC is guided by the Greater Hill District Master Plan. This community-endorsed vision establishes fundamental values and development principles that are central to positive activities and healthy neighborhood development. The Hill CDC focuses on land-use policy, social and economic equity, and centering community voice.
Social
📚 Drop Everything and Read at Nafasi on Centre— starting next Tuesday!
Join us for our first DEAR session Tuesday, April 21 and take a moment to slow down in the middle of your week. This silent community reading experience is all about creating space for focus, imagination, and rest. All ages are welcomed!
Bring a book, bring a friend, and stay as long as you need.
🗓 Third Tuesdays: April 21, May 19, June 16
🕒 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Nafasi on Centre, 2145 Centre Ave
Register now: https://ow.ly/l6yc50YInh1
In partnership with It’s A.Y.A.
📚 Drop Everything and Read at Nafasi on Centre— starting next Tuesday!
Join us for our first DEAR session Tuesday, April 21 and take a moment to slow down in the middle of your week. This silent community reading experience is all about creating space for focus, imagination, and rest. All ages are welcomed!
Bring a book, bring a friend, and stay as long as you need.
🗓 Third Tuesdays: April 21, May 19, June 16
🕒 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Nafasi on Centre, 2145 Centre Ave
Register now: https://ow.ly/l6yc50YInh1
In partnership with It’s A.Y.A.
🗞️Missed the Weekend Roundup? No worries, the Hill CDC has your back!
🚧 What Centre Avenue infrastructure changes do residents want to see?
🏗️ URA releases Lower Hill Housing RFP; Hill CDC and PHDC invite bids for Hill District development on Bedford Avenue
🗣️ Public hearing on Mayor’s request to increase 2026 budget by $28M happening tmw
👉🏾Editorial: Fawn Walker Montgomery advocates for the decolonization of Black Pittsburgh
🔥 A Taste of the Hill to bring local flair to Draft Weekend, April 23–25th
📚 Drop Everything and Read (DEAR) Event at Nafasi on Centre
Full Edition Here: https://us18.campaign-archive.com/?u=0227e7478f00c6333e6239cde&id=5913dbb03a or click Hill District Weekend Round-up link in bio.
Stay informed and stay connected with what’s happening in the Hill.
🗞️Missed the Weekend Roundup? No worries, the Hill CDC has your back!
🚧 What Centre Avenue infrastructure changes do residents want to see?
🏗️ URA releases Lower Hill Housing RFP; Hill CDC and PHDC invite bids for Hill District development on Bedford Avenue
🗣️ Public hearing on Mayor’s request to increase 2026 budget by $28M happening tmw
👉🏾Editorial: Fawn Walker Montgomery advocates for the decolonization of Black Pittsburgh
🔥 A Taste of the Hill to bring local flair to Draft Weekend, April 23–25th
📚 Drop Everything and Read (DEAR) Event at Nafasi on Centre
Full Edition Here: https://us18.campaign-archive.com/?u=0227e7478f00c6333e6239cde&id=5913dbb03a or click Hill District Weekend Round-up link in bio.
Stay informed and stay connected with what’s happening in the Hill.
‼️Starting Soon
The URA Board Meeting is starting soon at 2:00 PM. Community members are encouraged to attend and stay informed on key developments impacting the Hill District and beyond.
Agenda Items to watch!
🏠The URA will issue a Request for Proposals for Lower Hill District Housing development. Responses are due on June 9th.
🌆Advancing Lower Hill Block A site control (1.75 acres) to the Housing Authority (with Trek Development) for the next phase of the Bedford Dwellings/Hill District Choice mixed-income housing redevelopment.
🏗️Propose guidelines and make updates to the Lower Hill Public Infrastructure Fund, directing 50% of tax savings from development into "infrastructure and neighborhood improvements".
✉️Invitation for bids for the 2700 Block of Bedford Ave on behalf of the Hill CDC and Pittsburgh Housing Development Corporation (PHDC).
💸On the downtown front, the URA intends to establish the Golden Triangle Reinvestment Fund to reinvest future tax revenue into Downtown improvements; and coordinate with local partners for implementation and management.
👀Meeting Details
Time: 2:00 PM
Attend in-person or virtually:
Location: 412 Boulevard of the Allies
Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87518474459
Join now to stay informed and engaged in the future of our community!
‼️Starting Soon
The URA Board Meeting is starting soon at 2:00 PM. Community members are encouraged to attend and stay informed on key developments impacting the Hill District and beyond.
Agenda Items to watch!
🏠The URA will issue a Request for Proposals for Lower Hill District Housing development. Responses are due on June 9th.
🌆Advancing Lower Hill Block A site control (1.75 acres) to the Housing Authority (with Trek Development) for the next phase of the Bedford Dwellings/Hill District Choice mixed-income housing redevelopment.
🏗️Propose guidelines and make updates to the Lower Hill Public Infrastructure Fund, directing 50% of tax savings from development into "infrastructure and neighborhood improvements".
✉️Invitation for bids for the 2700 Block of Bedford Ave on behalf of the Hill CDC and Pittsburgh Housing Development Corporation (PHDC).
💸On the downtown front, the URA intends to establish the Golden Triangle Reinvestment Fund to reinvest future tax revenue into Downtown improvements; and coordinate with local partners for implementation and management.
👀Meeting Details
Time: 2:00 PM
Attend in-person or virtually:
Location: 412 Boulevard of the Allies
Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87518474459
Join now to stay informed and engaged in the future of our community!
‼️TONIGHT
The Hill District is in the FINAL time period for design input for the $11 Million New Pathways Project (RAISE) happening along the Centre Avenue Corridor. The project team wants your input on streetscape, hardscape, and traffic calming street designs for improved pedestrian and vehicle safety.
Join Hill CDC and the City of Pittsburgh for a pop-Up session tonight, and learn more about the project. Come and share your input from 6:00 - 7:30 PM at the New Granada Square Apartments Community Room at 2033 Centre Avenue.
‼️TONIGHT
The Hill District is in the FINAL time period for design input for the $11 Million New Pathways Project (RAISE) happening along the Centre Avenue Corridor. The project team wants your input on streetscape, hardscape, and traffic calming street designs for improved pedestrian and vehicle safety.
Join Hill CDC and the City of Pittsburgh for a pop-Up session tonight, and learn more about the project. Come and share your input from 6:00 - 7:30 PM at the New Granada Square Apartments Community Room at 2033 Centre Avenue.
🖤 Your Hill District Weekend Roundup is here.
Inside this week’s edition:
🚧 City of Pgh moves closer to major changes to Centre Avenue - Come out Tuesday!
🎭 Local high school students win in national August Wilson Monologue competition
🏈 Frustrations peak over limited Black business participation as NFL Draft nears
🏛️ Pittsburgh officials consider re-opening 2026 budget to increase by $28M
📉 Pittsburgh Region lost population in 2025
🏫 Will PPS close Miller School? Come to the Listening Session!
Also inside: Youth Writers Camp, Small Business Hours at the Hill CDC Biz U Center, and the Operation HOME Homeownership Workshop.
Tap in and stay informed.
🔗 https://us18.campaign-archive.com/?u=0227e7478f00c6333e6239cde&id=8d2022d7c9 or click Hill District Weekend Round-up link in bio.
🖤 Your Hill District Weekend Roundup is here.
Inside this week’s edition:
🚧 City of Pgh moves closer to major changes to Centre Avenue - Come out Tuesday!
🎭 Local high school students win in national August Wilson Monologue competition
🏈 Frustrations peak over limited Black business participation as NFL Draft nears
🏛️ Pittsburgh officials consider re-opening 2026 budget to increase by $28M
📉 Pittsburgh Region lost population in 2025
🏫 Will PPS close Miller School? Come to the Listening Session!
Also inside: Youth Writers Camp, Small Business Hours at the Hill CDC Biz U Center, and the Operation HOME Homeownership Workshop.
Tap in and stay informed.
🔗 https://us18.campaign-archive.com/?u=0227e7478f00c6333e6239cde&id=8d2022d7c9 or click Hill District Weekend Round-up link in bio.
🌿 The Hill CDC wishes your and your loved ones a blessed holiday and season of renewal.
🏘️Empowering Homeownership in the Hill District!
The Hill CDC is proud to partner with the Urban League of Pittsburgh’s Operation Home initiative to support our community on the path to homeownership.
Join us for our monthly workshops designed specifically for Hill District residents and potential homebuyers.
Attendees will learn about mortgages, budgeting, inspections, and much more.
📝Register at the link below or using the link in our bio!
🔗 Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1983546440800?aff=oddtdtcreator
or use the link in our bio!
🏘️Empowering Homeownership in the Hill District!
The Hill CDC is proud to partner with the Urban League of Pittsburgh’s Operation Home initiative to support our community on the path to homeownership.
Join us for our monthly workshops designed specifically for Hill District residents and potential homebuyers.
Attendees will learn about mortgages, budgeting, inspections, and much more.
📝Register at the link below or using the link in our bio!
🔗 Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1983546440800?aff=oddtdtcreator
or use the link in our bio!
📈Small Business Hours are happening this March at the Biz U Center at the Hill CDC! Get one-on-one support for your business, whether you are just starting out or already established.
Topics include business operations, financial management, marketing, and competing for private and public sector contracts!
Support is provided by Duquesne University Small Business Development Center, University of Pittsburgh Institute for Entrepreneurial Excellence, Chatham University Women’s Business Center, and the Allegheny County Department of Equity and Inclusion.
🔗Register now at: hilldistrict.org/booknow or through the link in our bio!
📈Small Business Hours are happening this March at the Biz U Center at the Hill CDC! Get one-on-one support for your business, whether you are just starting out or already established.
Topics include business operations, financial management, marketing, and competing for private and public sector contracts!
Support is provided by Duquesne University Small Business Development Center, University of Pittsburgh Institute for Entrepreneurial Excellence, Chatham University Women’s Business Center, and the Allegheny County Department of Equity and Inclusion.
🔗Register now at: hilldistrict.org/booknow or through the link in our bio!
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