Economic Development

The growth of all types of business is important for economic development. The coordination of the small and large business sectors through formal organizations, such as the Chamber, is vital to the process.

Economic development focuses on the recruitment of new business operations, assisting in the expansion or retention of current businesses, and assisting in the start-up of new businesses. For the Williamsport and Lycoming County region, economic development focuses on growing the community’s economic wealth for the well-being of all residents. 

Economic and Community Growth Corp of Lycoming County (ECGC)

The Economic & Community Growth Corporation (ECGC) is organized and operated for the specific purpose of promoting the economic and community development of the Greater Williamsport and Lycoming County regions.

One of ECGC’s programs, the Emerson Project, is an Executive Leadership program designed to prepare senior level managers for the CEO position. The ECGC also oversees education programs dedicated to improving the connection between schools and the business community.

In collaboration with the State of Pennsylvania, the ECGC has sponsored a site selectors tour of Lycoming County for the purpose of increasing our ability to attract new businesses and jobs to the region. 

Lycoming Economic Development Foundation

The LEDF is a non-profit corporation organized on June 7, 1955. Its sole purpose is to promote the economic, commercial and industrial welfare and employment of Lycoming County.

We are committed to offering only the highest quality professional service to our clients. Over the past 60 years we have built a reputation of offering honest, ethical and thorough service to our clients. Our customers are always treated with respect and professionalism throughout the loan process.

First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania

The First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania (FCFP) works to improve the quality of life in north central Pennsylvania through community leadership, the promotion of philanthropy, the strengthening of nonprofit impact and the perpetual stewardship of charitable assets.