Saliyma Chapman Central PA Economic and Community Development

08/21/2026

Are TRUMP Accounts real?!

Yes they are real and your kids will get money if born Jan 1, 2025 to Dec 31, 2028 but you have to sign up (takes 5 secs), see below ⬇️

08/05/2026

Love seeing the City of Harrisburg recognize small businesses and entrepreneurs who help our community grow. Congratulations to all the honorees! 👏🏽🏆

Mayor Wanda R.D. Williams and Edquina Washington, Economic Developm...

08/04/2026

Big news for Pennsylvania’s small business community! With the new state budget signed, the Commonwealth is doubling down on inclusive economic growth. The 2026–27 budget includes a $3.75 million boost for minority-owned and historically disadvantaged businesses, expanding opportunities for entrepreneurs who are key to PA’s economic future.

As the only state in the Northeast with a growing economy—and CNBC’s top state for business in the Northeast—PA is making strategic investments: from $125 million for Innovate in PA 2.0, to $20 million for Main Street Matters, all pushing communities forward and strengthening the small business ecosystem statewide.

07/25/2026

This is beautiful, Congratulations to the team of Wildheart Ministries and the residents of Allison Hill! I can not wait to see this project completed☺️.

07/12/2026

Yesterday was such a great day at Financially Lit hosted by Another Way of Life.

One of my favorite parts was watching young people “adult for a day.” They worked through real-life scenarios like creating a budget, making financial decisions, and planning for the future. At the end, they presented what they learned and were rewarded with investment stocks to help jump-start their portfolio📈💵✨.

Side note … me and my nephew won laptops!

Another highlight was hearing from Operation HOPE. They provide FREE credit-building and credit repair services, homeownership counseling, and other financial resources right here in the Harrisburg area. If you’ve been thinking about improving your credit, check them out. Their services are F R E E🟢

We also heard from the Pennsylvania Treasury Department about the PA 529 education savings program. If you’re a parent or guardian, it’s worth looking into as a way to invest in a child’s future, the state puts in $100 💵.

One thing that stood out to me was learning about Pennsylvania’s unclaimed property “aka money” program. There are millions of dollars waiting to be claimed by residents, and some people don’t even realize money belongs to them. It only takes a few minutes to check, link below. 🔎💰

Hearing from a young man who came through Another Way of Life and is now a IT business owner was inspiring. His story is a reminder that with the right guidance, opportunities, and support, lives can truly change.

Shout out to Nicole Best CEO, and founder of AWOL, for hosting such a meaningful event. Looking forward to the next one! 💙

07/12/2026

Awesome ✨. I can’t wait to see this come to
Fruition.

07/02/2026

Dauphin County property with 6 buildings hits the market for $8M+ ✨

The Harrisburg campus is for sale after financial woes forced most operations to close.

07/01/2026

Big housing news: The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) is awarding $93.4 million in Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement (PHARE) funding to 432 projects statewide, boosting affordable housing opportunities in every corner of the Commonwealth.

This support will help communities build new affordable homes, repair and preserve aging housing, expand first‑time homebuyer assistance, and strengthen supportive housing services for families in need.

A major step forward for housing stability and community development across Pennsylvania. Learn more. https://ow.ly/Cbzt50ZiLkT

06/18/2026

❤️🖤💚 Juneteenth HBG Summit 📖✨

One of the things I appreciate most about events like this is seeing community leaders, residents, business owners, nonprofits and educators all in the same room focused on creating opportunities and strengthening Harrisburg.

Check out the many Juneteenth HBG events happening across the city this week from art, entertainment, education & Jubilee🎉🫧.