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
β€οΈ A Taste of Gratitude: Celebrating Our Volunteers!
Last Thursday, October 15, the Hill CDC hosted A Taste of Gratitude, our Volunteer Appreciation Celebration, at Nafasi on Centre!
The evening brought together our dedicated volunteers for a celebration filled with food, fellowship, and appreciation for the individuals who generously give their time and energy to support the Hill District community.
Guests enjoyed a variety of delicious cuisines, including Italian, Mediterranean, Indian, Jamaican, and American dishes, while connecting with fellow volunteers and Hill CDC staff.
A special certificate presentation recognized volunteers for their continued dedication and contributions to our programs, events, and community initiatives throughout the year.
To all of our volunteers, thank you! Your generosity, commitment, and willingness to serve make a lasting difference in the Hill District. We are grateful for everything you do to help strengthen our community!
Didn`t receive your certificate? Please email programs@hilldistrict.org to schedule a time to stop by the Hill CDC office and pick yours up!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for this special evening of celebration and appreciation! β€οΈ
β€οΈ A Taste of Gratitude: Celebrating Our Volunteers!
Last Thursday, October 15, the Hill CDC hosted A Taste of Gratitude, our Volunteer Appreciation Celebration, at Nafasi on Centre!
The evening brought together our dedicated volunteers for a celebration filled with food, fellowship, and appreciation for the individuals who generously give their time and energy to support the Hill District community.
Guests enjoyed a variety of delicious cuisines, including Italian, Mediterranean, Indian, Jamaican, and American dishes, while connecting with fellow volunteers and Hill CDC staff.
A special certificate presentation recognized volunteers for their continued dedication and contributions to our programs, events, and community initiatives throughout the year.
To all of our volunteers, thank you! Your generosity, commitment, and willingness to serve make a lasting difference in the Hill District. We are grateful for everything you do to help strengthen our community!
Didn`t receive your certificate? Please email programs@hilldistrict.org to schedule a time to stop by the Hill CDC office and pick yours up!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for this special evening of celebration and appreciation! β€οΈ
ποΈ Proposed $170M Development in the Middle Hill District Raises Questions About Community Impact!
A proposed $170 million housing development could bring hundreds of new apartments to the Middle Hill District, transforming vacant land along and around Herron Avenue.
New York-based developers JK Equities and Manor Park Ventures have secured exclusive negotiation rights with the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) for 90 publicly owned parcels, with plans for a four-phase residential development.
As plans move forward, housing affordability, displacement prevention, and community benefits remain key priorities. New development should align with the Greater Hill District Master Plan and reflect the needs of existing residents.
The developers have submitted their proposal to the Hill CDCβs Development Review Panel (DRP) and are scheduled to present on November 4. This review will provide an opportunity to evaluate the projectβs alignment with community-established priorities.
Read full story here: https://triblive.com/business/170m-development-would-bring-hundreds-of-apartments-to-hill-district/
Learn more about the DRP: https://www.hilldistrict.org/drp/
ποΈ Proposed $170M Development in the Middle Hill District Raises Questions About Community Impact!
A proposed $170 million housing development could bring hundreds of new apartments to the Middle Hill District, transforming vacant land along and around Herron Avenue.
New York-based developers JK Equities and Manor Park Ventures have secured exclusive negotiation rights with the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) for 90 publicly owned parcels, with plans for a four-phase residential development.
As plans move forward, housing affordability, displacement prevention, and community benefits remain key priorities. New development should align with the Greater Hill District Master Plan and reflect the needs of existing residents.
The developers have submitted their proposal to the Hill CDCβs Development Review Panel (DRP) and are scheduled to present on November 4. This review will provide an opportunity to evaluate the projectβs alignment with community-established priorities.
Read full story here: https://triblive.com/business/170m-development-would-bring-hundreds-of-apartments-to-hill-district/
Learn more about the DRP: https://www.hilldistrict.org/drp/
π±π’ Learning About Greenspace Stewardship with the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium!
First-grade students from Miller African-Centered Academy and A. Leo Weil Elementary School recently joined the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium for a fun, hands-on learning experience focused on environmental stewardship and caring for our shared greenspaces!
Throughout the visit, students explored the greenspace, identified natural resources that wildlife could use for food and shelter, and learned about the important role they can play in protecting and maintaining green spaces in their community.
Students also had the opportunity to meet a special guest, Grace the turtle, from the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium!
Through interactive activities and exploration, students discovered how even small actions can make a difference in creating healthier, more welcoming environments for people and wildlife.
A special thank you to the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium for helping inspire the next generation of environmental stewards in the Hill District!
π±π’ Learning About Greenspace Stewardship with the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium!
First-grade students from Miller African-Centered Academy and A. Leo Weil Elementary School recently joined the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium for a fun, hands-on learning experience focused on environmental stewardship and caring for our shared greenspaces!
Throughout the visit, students explored the greenspace, identified natural resources that wildlife could use for food and shelter, and learned about the important role they can play in protecting and maintaining green spaces in their community.
Students also had the opportunity to meet a special guest, Grace the turtle, from the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium!
Through interactive activities and exploration, students discovered how even small actions can make a difference in creating healthier, more welcoming environments for people and wildlife.
A special thank you to the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium for helping inspire the next generation of environmental stewards in the Hill District!
π« Support continues to grow for saving Miller African-Centered Academy!
Parents, residents, and community stakeholders gathered outside Miller African-Centered Academy on Friday to oppose Pittsburgh Public Schools` decision to close the historic Hill District school at the end of the school year.
Miller`s roots trace back to the first school for Black children in Pittsburgh, established at Bethel AME Church in the 1830s. For generations, the school has played an important role in educating Black children and preserving the Hill District`s cultural heritage.
Community members are calling for the closure decision to be reversed, greater transparency from Pittsburgh Public Schools, and renewed investment in Miller`s academic and cultural excellence.
Preserving Miller means protecting an important part of the Hill District`s history and ensuring future generations have access to that legacy.
Read the full story here: https://triblive.com/news/education-classroom/plan-by-pittsburgh-public-schools-to-close-miller-african-centered-academy-faces-continued-opposition-from-the-hill-district/
π« Support continues to grow for saving Miller African-Centered Academy!
Parents, residents, and community stakeholders gathered outside Miller African-Centered Academy on Friday to oppose Pittsburgh Public Schools` decision to close the historic Hill District school at the end of the school year.
Miller`s roots trace back to the first school for Black children in Pittsburgh, established at Bethel AME Church in the 1830s. For generations, the school has played an important role in educating Black children and preserving the Hill District`s cultural heritage.
Community members are calling for the closure decision to be reversed, greater transparency from Pittsburgh Public Schools, and renewed investment in Miller`s academic and cultural excellence.
Preserving Miller means protecting an important part of the Hill District`s history and ensuring future generations have access to that legacy.
Read the full story here: https://triblive.com/news/education-classroom/plan-by-pittsburgh-public-schools-to-close-miller-african-centered-academy-faces-continued-opposition-from-the-hill-district/
π± A Great Day at Nafasi Greenspace Harvest Fest!
Thank you to everyone who joined the Hill CDC and community partners this past Saturday for the Nafasi Greenspace Harvest Fest at Nafasi on Centre!
Residents and families came together to learn more about plans for the new Nafasi Greenspace, share their ideas, and take an active role in shaping a greener, more welcoming space in the Hill District.
π³ Throughout the event, community partners, including Tree Pittsburgh, the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, Allegheny Land Trust, and Nafasi on Centre, engaged children and residents through interactive activities and conversations about their role in creating and caring for the future greenspace. The Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium even brought a special guest, a live opossum, giving attendees an opportunity to learn more about local wildlife!
π³οΈ Community members also had the opportunity to vote on their preferred location for the new greenspace, ensuring that residents of all ages could share their preferences and help guide the project`s next steps.
π A special thank you to our community partners and everyone who participated! Your ideas, feedback, and involvement are essential to creating a space that reflects the needs and priorities of the Hill District community.
We look forward to continuing this work together and bringing the community`s vision for the Nafasi Greenspace to life!
π± A Great Day at Nafasi Greenspace Harvest Fest!
Thank you to everyone who joined the Hill CDC and community partners this past Saturday for the Nafasi Greenspace Harvest Fest at Nafasi on Centre!
Residents and families came together to learn more about plans for the new Nafasi Greenspace, share their ideas, and take an active role in shaping a greener, more welcoming space in the Hill District.
π³ Throughout the event, community partners, including Tree Pittsburgh, the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, Allegheny Land Trust, and Nafasi on Centre, engaged children and residents through interactive activities and conversations about their role in creating and caring for the future greenspace. The Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium even brought a special guest, a live opossum, giving attendees an opportunity to learn more about local wildlife!
π³οΈ Community members also had the opportunity to vote on their preferred location for the new greenspace, ensuring that residents of all ages could share their preferences and help guide the project`s next steps.
π A special thank you to our community partners and everyone who participated! Your ideas, feedback, and involvement are essential to creating a space that reflects the needs and priorities of the Hill District community.
We look forward to continuing this work together and bringing the community`s vision for the Nafasi Greenspace to life!
ππ» Hill Haunt is Back!
Get ready for a spooky good time in the Hill District! The Hill CDC and community partners invite you to Hill Haunt: Centre Avenue Hill-O-Ween, a fun-filled evening of trick-or-treating, costumes, and Halloween festivities for the whole family!
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Friday, October 30, 2026
β° 4:00 PM β 7:00 PM
π Centre Avenue | Hill District
Dress in your favorite Halloween costume and explore Centre Avenue as participating businesses and community organizations welcome families for an evening of trick-or-treating!
The fun continues at Nafasi on Centre, where families can enjoy popcorn, a Halloween movie viewing, and activities for children of all ages!
Come out, support local businesses, connect with neighbors, and celebrate Halloween with the Hill District community!
Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hill-haunt-tickets-2003510809765?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true
ππ» Hill Haunt is Back!
Get ready for a spooky good time in the Hill District! The Hill CDC and community partners invite you to Hill Haunt: Centre Avenue Hill-O-Ween, a fun-filled evening of trick-or-treating, costumes, and Halloween festivities for the whole family!
π
Friday, October 30, 2026
β° 4:00 PM β 7:00 PM
π Centre Avenue | Hill District
Dress in your favorite Halloween costume and explore Centre Avenue as participating businesses and community organizations welcome families for an evening of trick-or-treating!
The fun continues at Nafasi on Centre, where families can enjoy popcorn, a Halloween movie viewing, and activities for children of all ages!
Come out, support local businesses, connect with neighbors, and celebrate Halloween with the Hill District community!
Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hill-haunt-tickets-2003510809765?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true
ποΈ From neighborhood developments to local and national issues, this weekβs Weekend Roundup covers the stories shaping our community!
ποΈ Remembering the life and legacy of Nancy D. Washington
π« Hill District community continues to oppose the proposed closure of Miller African-Centered Academy
πΆπΎ Herron Avenue sidewalk improvements move forward to improve walkability and accessibility
ποΈ Proposed $170M Middle Hill development moves toward community review
ποΈ Greater Hill District Master Plan hearing postponed
ποΈ Pittsburgh City Council considers fiscal transparency and education legislation
βοΈ Proposed livestream of Nidal Hasanβs execution raises concerns about the history of public killings and racial injustice
π¬ Read the latest edition and stay connected to whatβs happening in the Hill. Click here: https://mailchi.mp/efdf7d785042/weekendroundup-10-17-2026
π©πΎβπ» Sign up for the Hill District Weekend Roundup here: https://www.hilldistrict.org/signup/
ποΈ From neighborhood developments to local and national issues, this weekβs Weekend Roundup covers the stories shaping our community!
ποΈ Remembering the life and legacy of Nancy D. Washington
π« Hill District community continues to oppose the proposed closure of Miller African-Centered Academy
πΆπΎ Herron Avenue sidewalk improvements move forward to improve walkability and accessibility
ποΈ Proposed $170M Middle Hill development moves toward community review
ποΈ Greater Hill District Master Plan hearing postponed
ποΈ Pittsburgh City Council considers fiscal transparency and education legislation
βοΈ Proposed livestream of Nidal Hasanβs execution raises concerns about the history of public killings and racial injustice
π¬ Read the latest edition and stay connected to whatβs happening in the Hill. Click here: https://mailchi.mp/efdf7d785042/weekendroundup-10-17-2026
π©πΎβπ» Sign up for the Hill District Weekend Roundup here: https://www.hilldistrict.org/signup/
ππ± Nafasi Greenspace Harvest Fest is TOMORROW!
Join the Hill CDC and community partners for a day of fall fun, hands-on activities, and community engagement at Nafasi on Centre!
Come learn about plans for the new Nafasi Greenspace, share your ideas, and help shape the future of this community space. Bring the whole family and connect with the organizations helping bring this vision to life! πΏ
π
Saturday, October 17
β° 11 AM β 2 PM
π Nafasi on Centre | 2145 Centre Avenue
π We hope to see you there!
π Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nafasi-greenspace-harvest-fest-tickets-2002826595261
ππ± Nafasi Greenspace Harvest Fest is TOMORROW!
Join the Hill CDC and community partners for a day of fall fun, hands-on activities, and community engagement at Nafasi on Centre!
Come learn about plans for the new Nafasi Greenspace, share your ideas, and help shape the future of this community space. Bring the whole family and connect with the organizations helping bring this vision to life! πΏ
π
Saturday, October 17
β° 11 AM β 2 PM
π Nafasi on Centre | 2145 Centre Avenue
π We hope to see you there!
π Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nafasi-greenspace-harvest-fest-tickets-2002826595261
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