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Lancaster City Alliance

The Lancaster City Alliance partners with businesses, local communities, arts, education, non-profits, and government entities to help ensure that the City of Lancaster is safe, clean, and vibrant for all. The City Alliance does this through managing the Downtown Investment District, supporting large and small economic investment in the city, convening brick and mortar retailers, and managing tax incentives and grant programs.

We convene diverse stakeholders for the common good of Lancaster City. We harness the power of the private sector. We hold a reputation as trusted stewards. We leverage a broad network of engaged leaders with expansive influence. We are an accelerant of progress.

Services Area

Lancaster City

Type of Organization

501c3

Cost for Services

Free, Fee

Types of Services

  • Funding
  • Growth Strategies
  • Market Research
  • Networking & Events

How Services are Delivered

  • Networking
  • One-on-One

Services Offerings

Downtown Investment District

The Lancaster Downtown Investment District (DID) is located in the heart of Lancaster City. Property owners in the DID pay for the services and amenities that help to support a vibrant downtown. The red shirt...   Read More

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Cost:

Fee

Availability:

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Delivery:

Networking, Other

Lancaster City Keystone Innovation Zone (KIZ) Program

The Keystone Innovation Zone (KIZ) Program, administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development, is an incentive program that provides tax credits to qualified small businesses in...   Read More

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Cost:

Free

Availability:

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Delivery:

One-on-One

Lancaster City Monthly Merchant Meeting

The Lancaster City Alliance and Downtown Investment District host a monthly networking special presentation meeting for Lancaster City businesses and community organizations. The meeting is the third Wednesday...   Read More

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Cost:

Free

Availability:

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Delivery:

Networking

Lancaster City Revitalization and Improvement Zone (CRIZ) Program

The City Revitalization & Improvement Zone (CRIZ), created by a state law in 2013, is a special zone that encourages development and revitalization within designated areas in Lancaster City. Eligible...   Read More

View Lancaster City Revitalization and Improvement Zone (CRIZ) Program

Cost:

Free, Fee

Availability:

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Delivery:

One-on-One