EDC works with large and small businesses in a number of ways to promote the economic well-being in Lancaster County. The EDC supports looking for physical locations in Lancaster County and seeking funding. The EDC works with businesses who are starting up, expanding their presence, or relocating to Lancaster County.
To enhance the economic well-being of Lancaster County by bringing together business, capital, and government resources for data-driven, selective, and sustainable growth.
Services Area
Lancaster County
Type of Organization
501c3
Cost for Services
Fee, Scholarships/Subsidized
Types of Services
- Funding
- Growth Strategies
- Market Research
- Networking & Events
- Workforce Development
How Services are Delivered
- Memberships
- Networking
- One-on-One
Services Offerings
Next Generation Farm Loan Program
The Next Generation Farmer Loan Program uses federal tax-exempt financing to reduce a farmer’s interest rate for capital purchases, such as the purchase of farm land or agricultural machinery and equipment. Read More
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OtherPennsylvania Industrial Development Authority
State loan funding for eligible real estate projects. Eligible businesses include manufacturing, warehousing, industrial, and agriculture processors and producers. Read More
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OtherSBA 504
SBA 504 loans are direct loans from the SBA administered by Certified Development Companies (CDCs) around the country. Of which EDC Finance has a license for Pennsylvania. Read More
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OtherSSBCI
The SSBCI program is administered at the federal level by the U.S. Department of the Treasury, however, at the local level, PA Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) has contracted with... Read More
