Allegheny Development
Solutions
Key Focus
Areas
Small Business incubator for historically disadvantaged entrepreneurs
Establishing incubators that provide vital support, resources, and mentorship to entrepreneurs from historically underrepresented communities, enabling them to launch and grow sustainable businesses.
Community Economic
development
Prioritizing robust economic growth by fostering job creation, attracting local investments, and supporting sustainable business practices that contribute to the prosperity of all communities.
Workforce
development
Creating targeted training programs and job opportunities that empower community members to contribute to their economic development and benefit from growth in the local economy.
braided funding
strategies
Leveraging diverse funding sources to support interconnected initiatives that maximize community impact and facilitate development.
environmental
justice
Advocating for policies and practices that promote social equity while ensuring sustainable environmental stewardship across communities.
Social Determinants
of health (SDOH)
Addressing the social, economic, and environmental factors that affect health outcomes to promote equitable healthcare access and improved living conditions across the Commonwealth.
Food
Security
Ensuring that all community members have access to fresh, nutritious food through local initiatives and partnerships that enhance food availability.