BUSINESS
SAP&DC is committed to helping small-sized businesses and medium-sized businesses in the Alleghenies by providing technical and financial assistance. Receive free business counseling to identify new opportunities for business growth, such as international and government markets, and much more.
LOCAL GOVERNMENT & NON-PROFITS
SAP&DC works to increase local government capabilities by identifying their needs. SAP&DC provides the services that governments need to improve their ability to serve the community. Services include: economic and community development, and information technology.
PARTNERSHIP FOR REGIONAL ECONOMIC PERFORMANCE
Bedford, PA — Kate’s Real Food of Bedford is taking its next big adventure overseas. The maker of organic energy, protein, and mini bars will now export its products to South Korea and additional international markets, opening new doors for business growth beyond its...
ATA Aviation, Aerium, the Southern Alleghenies Planning and Development Commission and other agencies launched Drone814 in 2025 in Johnstown in Cambria County. The public-private initiative aims to use drones to deliver emergency medical equipment.Emergency medical...
September 11 National Memorial Trail project receives grants from Appalachian Regional Commission (Originally Published in the Altoona, PA Mirror, July 1st, 2025) The September 11 National Memorial Trail project and an industrial expansion in Huntingdon County...
The Southern Alleghenies Planning & Development Commission (SAP&DC) fully with the Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987, and related nondiscrimination statutes and regulations in all programs and activities. All Title VI complaints must be submitted in writing using the Title VI Complaint Form in accordance with the SAP&DC Title VI Complaint Procedures.
In accordance with Pennsylvania’s Right-to-Know Law (RTKL), SAP&DC ensures transparency, promote accountability, and facilitate public access to records maintained by our organization. We are committed to upholding the principles of open government by making public records available for inspection and duplication, subject to the provisions and exemptions outlined in the RTKL.
