ECGRA - Erie County Gaming Revenue Authority

ECGRA - Erie County Gaming Revenue Authority

Government Administration

Erie, PA 102 followers

Empowering the the nonprofit sector toward economic & community development.

About us

ECGRA was incorporated in 2008 to administer gaming funds on behalf of Erie County, Pennsylvania government. The Authority's mission is to empower the nonprofits of Erie County toward economic & community development. We do that by investing in local government collaboration, small business financing and regional asset development

Website
http://www.ECGRA.org
Industry
Government Administration
Company size
2-10 employees
Headquarters
Erie, PA
Type
Government Agency
Founded
2008
Specialties
Economic Development, Local Government Collaboration, Regional Asset Development, Small Business Financing, Impact Investor, Main Street Development, Historic Preservation, Placemaking, Entrepreneur Support, and Park Development

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Employees at ECGRA - Erie County Gaming Revenue Authority

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    🏗️ Attention Real Estate Visionaries! 🚀 Our Emerging Contractor Accelerator Erie Info Session is here, crafted to break down the next iteration of Bridgeway Capital's Building Inclusive Developer accelerator program series. Emerging Contractor Accelerator Erie Info Session 📅 Date: Wednesday, April 10th 🕠 Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. 📍 Location: The Booker T. Washington Center, 1720 Holland Street Erie, PA 16501 👉 Perfect for those with annual gross revenue under $250,000, average construction contracts below $100,000, and businesses established before 2022. 🤝 Connect with industry experts, explore tailored strategies, and unlock new opportunities for your business! 🌐💼 Elevate your real estate journey by choosing the session that aligns with your goals. Don't miss this chance to accelerate your success! RSVP now to secure your spot: https://hubs.la/Q02shJ_r0 #BuildingInclusiveDevelopment

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  • Since 2008, Erie County has received over $360,000,000 in casino-derived tax relief. $150,000,000 has gone to a local share with $75,000,000 of that distributed to Erie County as unrestricted funds. $205,700,000 went directly to the 13 school districts resulting in reduced school taxes for resident homeowners. Nearly $8,000,000 has been awarded to volunteer fire departments and EMS services. Sources: https://lnkd.in/efT5xspN https://lnkd.in/ef8qDzrQ

    Property Tax Reduction Allocations

    Property Tax Reduction Allocations

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  • No matter what type of product, process, or service you have in mind or have already developed, this unique entrepreneur training program is now accepting applications for Erie County residents. Applications for the next TechCelerator cohort are closing on December 8, 2023. Don't miss this chance to make your entrepreneurial dreams a reality. TechCelerator is offered at NO COST to entrepreneurs in Erie County. With the potential to secure up to $15,000 in awards and additional prizes, your hard work could pay off sooner than you think. Ready to take the first step? Apply for the TechCelerator program today at https://lnkd.in/ggWfg4Vx. Your journey begins here, and your success story could be the next one we share.

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  • Through its Mission Main Street Program, ECGRA has invested more than $3.5 million in Erie County’s historic main streets – over $2.25 million of which has been distributed to rural communities.   Mission Main Street funding in the communities of Girard, Edinboro, Union City, Corry, Waterford, and North East has lead to major improvements to storefronts, streetscapes, and parks as well as providing local business owners and entrepreneurs with the tools and resources they need to flourish.   ECGRA grant funding has spurred millions of dollars in private investment and the creation of many new businesses in both the city of Erie and rural Erie County.   ECGRA is now accepting applications for the current round of Mission Main Street funding until December 31, 2023. Visit ecgra.org to learn more. #ECGRAWorks #MainStreet #ShopLocal #ShopSmall

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  • Start your entrepreneur journey with the Beehive! As part of ECGRA's ongoing commitment to rural main street and business development, the Northwest Pennsylvania Innovation Beehive Network will be hosting a free session for business owners and entrepreneurs in Union City Borough on October 16th. Attendees can discuss any product or service idea with the experts from local university Beehive teams and Erie County Public Library. https://lnkd.in/gevqbK8N

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    Give your entrepreneurial journey a boost. Meet the Beehive. Our Network is teaming up with the Union City Borough for a meet-and-greet with regional business owners and entrepreneurs on Oct. 16, from 5-7 p.m., at the American Legion LeBaron Post 237 (9225 US-6, Union City, PA, 16438). Reps from each Beehive site will be on hand to discuss your business issues and to see where you fit in our ecosystem. Light food and drinks will be provided. No registration is needed.

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