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Applications for our 2025 Greenways Mini-Grant funding round are now closed. Stay tuned for the next opportunity! The…
North Central PA Regional Housing Hub
Everyone needs a home. From older adults to young families and our region’s workforce, housing is essential to…
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALIndependent Financial Audit ServicesNorth Central Enterprise, Inc. (NCE) RFP Issue Date: March 4, 2026Proposal Due Date:…
NORTH CENTRAL PA CEDS COMPREHENSIVE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY
About the Project
The Economic Development Administration defines the CEDS as a strategy-driven plan for regional economic development. A CEDS is…
Generally, the action plan builds on findings from the SWOT analysis and incorporates elements from other regional plans….
The Data Dashboard is a tool designed to help the residents of North Central Pennsylvania track county and…
MORE TO KNOW
serving Elk, Cameron, Clearfield, Jefferson, McKean and Potter Counties
Clearfield & Elk Counties – Joint Comprehensive Plan
Clearfield & Elk Counties are teaming up to establish a Joint Comprehensive Plan to develop strategic goals for future economic growth and to better position both counties for future federal and state funding. For more information & to stay up to date …https://clearfieldelkcomp-northcentral.hub.arcgis.com
History
- 1967 – The Federal Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) identifies regional local development districts (LDDs)
- Late 1970’s – Vocational Technical Schools in the regional were established and received funding for specialized training as well as the schools and their construction
- Early 80’s – Primary Health Care Centers were a regional and federal priority
- Mid 1990’s – Multi-tenant centers, industrial incubators, industrial parks, and NCPRPDC Revolving Loan Fund established to assist new and businesses
- Mid 2000’s – Access roads to support economic growth, basic infrastructure, airport development (PA Wilds, Elk Visitor Center), education, and job training projects
- 2011 – Creation of the Partnerships for Regional Economic Performance
- 2019 – New Strategic Plan completed
- 2020 – Board restructured to align with and support strategic plan implementation
Core Values
- Professional Trust and Respect
- Innovation, Adaptability and Leadership
- Service and Stewardship
- Accountability and Commitment
- Partnering and Teamwork
- Future Focus
Vision
North Central is the recognized leader in driving positive change in the region’s community and economic development success.
Our Regional Vision – North Central Pennsylvania is a vibrant economic region with healthy and sustainable communities.
Project Spotlights
A showcase of regional projects we've supported—click on any photo to take a tour
Our IMPACT
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Financial Reality Fair
Leanne Gillespie, Mikala, Biondi, Kirstin Wileman, Mike Curtorillo, and Owen Frey represented North Central at the NC PREP…
Microloan Supports New Local Business
Microloan Supports New Local Business: Mike Curtorillo, North Central Loan Director, recently closed a microloan with Joe Dippold…
International Compliance Professionals Association Annual Conference
Chris Perneski and Deb Delhunty of the North Central Export Team attended the International Compliance Professionals Association Annual…
Collaborative Team Held with County Commission
The North Central collaborative team held the second County Commission regional engagement meeting Monday, February 18, 2026, with…
INTERDEPENDENT
On Wednesday, February 11, 2026, Chris Amell of INTERDEPENDENT studios visited Coudersport for a working site evaluation focused…
We’ve started something new – Next Generation Collaborative
We’ve started something new called the Next Generation Collaborative. It’s all about hearing from young adults (18-35) who…
International Cartridge (ICC Ammo) in Reynoldsville, PA
Mike Curtorillo, Loan Director, and Chris Perneski, Director of Enterprise Development, recently visited International Cartridge (ICC Ammo) in…
North Central’s Procurement Outreach Specialist
Barb Brennen, North Central’s Procurement Outreach Specialist, stepped outside the traditional government procurement realm by spending the day…