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
๐จPittsburgh Miller African-Centered Academy is facing closure. Tonight, Hill District families, staff, alumni, and neighbors are coming together to fight for it.
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Monday, September 7th
๐ 6 to 8 PM
๐Location Correction: Nafasi, 2145 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
This is our school. Our children. Our legacy. Our future. If Miller matters to you, your presence matters tonight. Come help us organize and build a shared strategy to protect Millerโs students and its place in this community.
Itโs time to pull together and fight for our children on a different level.
๐จPittsburgh Miller African-Centered Academy is facing closure. Tonight, Hill District families, staff, alumni, and neighbors are coming together to fight for it.
๐
Monday, September 7th
๐ 6 to 8 PM
๐Location Correction: Nafasi, 2145 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
This is our school. Our children. Our legacy. Our future. If Miller matters to you, your presence matters tonight. Come help us organize and build a shared strategy to protect Millerโs students and its place in this community.
Itโs time to pull together and fight for our children on a different level.
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๐ฃ September Small Business Hours Are Here!
Hill District entrepreneurs and small business owners, our monthly Small Business Hours are back for September! Whether youโre just getting started or looking to grow an established business, connect one-on-one with local experts who can help you take your next step.
Throughout the month, get support with business operations, financial management, and more.
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September sessions begin Tuesday, September 8
๐ Biz U Center @ the Hill CDC | 2015โ2017 Centre Avenue
โฐ Half-hour, one-on-one sessions
Our September partners include the Neighborhood Community Development Fund, University of Pittsburgh Institute for Entrepreneurial Excellence, Urban Redevelopment Authority, Allegheny County Department of Equity and Inclusion, Chatham University Womenโs Business Center, and Duquesne University Small Business Development Center.
๐ Reserve your session at hilldistrict.org/booknow
๐ฃ September Small Business Hours Are Here!
Hill District entrepreneurs and small business owners, our monthly Small Business Hours are back for September! Whether youโre just getting started or looking to grow an established business, connect one-on-one with local experts who can help you take your next step.
Throughout the month, get support with business operations, financial management, and more.
๐
September sessions begin Tuesday, September 8
๐ Biz U Center @ the Hill CDC | 2015โ2017 Centre Avenue
โฐ Half-hour, one-on-one sessions
Our September partners include the Neighborhood Community Development Fund, University of Pittsburgh Institute for Entrepreneurial Excellence, Urban Redevelopment Authority, Allegheny County Department of Equity and Inclusion, Chatham University Womenโs Business Center, and Duquesne University Small Business Development Center.
๐ Reserve your session at hilldistrict.org/booknow
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๐ฟ Weโre Taking a Short Break!
The Hill CDC team will be out of the office from August 31 through September 7.
Our team works hard year-round to serve the Hill District, and weโre taking some much-needed time to refresh so we can return ready to keep the work moving forward. ๐
Thank you for your continued support of the Hill CDC and the work we do throughout the neighborhood. We truly appreciate our residents, partners, and supporters who help make it all possible.
Weโll be back in full effect next week, refreshed and ready to go! โจ
๐ฟ Weโre Taking a Short Break!
The Hill CDC team will be out of the office from August 31 through September 7.
Our team works hard year-round to serve the Hill District, and weโre taking some much-needed time to refresh so we can return ready to keep the work moving forward. ๐
Thank you for your continued support of the Hill CDC and the work we do throughout the neighborhood. We truly appreciate our residents, partners, and supporters who help make it all possible.
Weโll be back in full effect next week, refreshed and ready to go! โจ
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๐ฅ September Community Food Distribution! ๐ฅฌ
Our monthly Community Food Distribution is back this September! Hill District residents are invited to join us at Nafasi on Centre for FREE food distribution.
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Friday, September 11
โฐ 11:00 AM
๐ Nafasi on Centre | 2145 Centre Ave.
Food will be distributed first come, first served, so we encourage neighbors to arrive early. Please remember to bring your own tote bag or carry box to take your items home.
Help us spread the word and share this post with a neighbor! ๐
๐ฅ September Community Food Distribution! ๐ฅฌ
Our monthly Community Food Distribution is back this September! Hill District residents are invited to join us at Nafasi on Centre for FREE food distribution.
๐
Friday, September 11
โฐ 11:00 AM
๐ Nafasi on Centre | 2145 Centre Ave.
Food will be distributed first come, first served, so we encourage neighbors to arrive early. Please remember to bring your own tote bag or carry box to take your items home.
Help us spread the word and share this post with a neighbor! ๐
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๐ฃ Hill District residents, join us for Dinner, Development & Dialogue!
The Hill Community Development Corporation invites you to our next Hill District Community Meeting on Tuesday, September 15 at the Blakey Center. Come hear the latest updates on development projects and initiatives happening throughout the neighborhood, ask questions, share your voice, and connect with fellow residents.
๐ Blakey Center | 1908 Wylie Avenue
๐ฝ๏ธ Doors Open & Dinner | 5:30 PM
๐ฃ๏ธ Meeting Begins | 6:00 PM
๐ฑ Canโt make it in person? Join us LIVE on Facebook!
๐ Your Community. Your Voice. Get Connected.
Register today at hilldistrict.org/register.
๐ฃ Hill District residents, join us for Dinner, Development & Dialogue!
The Hill Community Development Corporation invites you to our next Hill District Community Meeting on Tuesday, September 15 at the Blakey Center. Come hear the latest updates on development projects and initiatives happening throughout the neighborhood, ask questions, share your voice, and connect with fellow residents.
๐ Blakey Center | 1908 Wylie Avenue
๐ฝ๏ธ Doors Open & Dinner | 5:30 PM
๐ฃ๏ธ Meeting Begins | 6:00 PM
๐ฑ Canโt make it in person? Join us LIVE on Facebook!
๐ Your Community. Your Voice. Get Connected.
Register today at hilldistrict.org/register.
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โจ Investing in Hill District storefronts!
Weโre excited to share that several Hill District businesses and organizations have been selected as recipients of the 2026 Commercial Faรงade Grant Program!
Congratulations to:
๐ฌ Hill House
๐ฌ Freedom Unlimited Inc.
๐ฌ Hill CDC Office Building
๐ฌ New Granada Theatre
๐ฌ CommonXConnection
๐ฌ Sylviaโs Market and Deli
๐ฌ Big Tomโs Barbershop
๐ฌ Morgan Lee Arts Centre
Grant funding will support improvements such as lighting, signage, windows, doors, brickwork, painting, and sidewalk activation, helping strengthen storefronts and commercial corridors throughout the Hill District.
Thank you to the City of Pittsburgh and the Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh for investing in Hill District businesses, organizations, and properties! ๐
For a full list of recipients, click here: https://ow.ly/JM0y50ZEP4C
โจ Investing in Hill District storefronts!
Weโre excited to share that several Hill District businesses and organizations have been selected as recipients of the 2026 Commercial Faรงade Grant Program!
Congratulations to:
๐ฌ Hill House
๐ฌ Freedom Unlimited Inc.
๐ฌ Hill CDC Office Building
๐ฌ New Granada Theatre
๐ฌ CommonXConnection
๐ฌ Sylviaโs Market and Deli
๐ฌ Big Tomโs Barbershop
๐ฌ Morgan Lee Arts Centre
Grant funding will support improvements such as lighting, signage, windows, doors, brickwork, painting, and sidewalk activation, helping strengthen storefronts and commercial corridors throughout the Hill District.
Thank you to the City of Pittsburgh and the Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh for investing in Hill District businesses, organizations, and properties! ๐
For a full list of recipients, click here: https://ow.ly/JM0y50ZEP4C
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๐๏ธ Your Hill District Weekend Round Up is here! Hereโs whatโs making headlines:
๐ New Granada restoration earns Pitt spotlight
๐ฌ Hill District storefronts receive new investments
๐บ Sharon Epperson marks 30 years at CNBC
๐งน Operation Clean hits Centre Avenue
๐ญ Hill District family history takes the stage
๐ PRT seeks public feedback on proposed bus line changes
๐ฌ Read the latest edition and stay connected to what`s happening in the Hill. Click here: https://mailchi.mp/12f4cad78183/weekendroundup-8-22-2026
๐ฉ๐พโ๐ป Sign up for the Hill District Weekend Roundup here: https://www.hilldistrict.org/signup/
๐๏ธ Your Hill District Weekend Round Up is here! Hereโs whatโs making headlines:
๐ New Granada restoration earns Pitt spotlight
๐ฌ Hill District storefronts receive new investments
๐บ Sharon Epperson marks 30 years at CNBC
๐งน Operation Clean hits Centre Avenue
๐ญ Hill District family history takes the stage
๐ PRT seeks public feedback on proposed bus line changes
๐ฌ Read the latest edition and stay connected to what`s happening in the Hill. Click here: https://mailchi.mp/12f4cad78183/weekendroundup-8-22-2026
๐ฉ๐พโ๐ป Sign up for the Hill District Weekend Roundup here: https://www.hilldistrict.org/signup/
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Events
September 10, 2026 @ 10:00 am
Small Business Hours with the University of Pittsburgh Institute for Entreprenurial Excellence
September 17, 2026 @ 10:00 am