Ramon Cruz Jr. Joins National Conversation on Reconnecting Communities at Equity Summit

Ramon Cruz, HACE’s Director of Quality of Life & Community, recently took part in a powerful panel discussion on Reconnecting Communities and Community Engagement at the Equity Summit in Washington, D.C., hosted by Smart Growth America.

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PHL Taking Care of Business Pep Rally

Join us Friday, May 16, 2025, at the Boathouse at FDR Park for the 4th annual PHL TCB Pep Rally—celebrating the amazing work of our Neighborhood Cleaning Ambassadors with food, fun, and festivities!

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Tax Season is Here!

HACE is still offering free tax preparation services for qualifying low- to moderate-income households.

Call 215-426-8025 or 215-437-7867 to learn more and find out if you’re eligible.

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Dust off those dancing shoes -
The Summer of Salsa is back!

Join us on the second Friday of each month, starting June13, 2025 for music, dancing, and summer vibes at Fairhill Square (4th & Lehigh), 5–9 PM.

We can’t wait to see you there!

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2025 PACDC Community Leader

Congratulations to Roxanne Bell on being named a PACDC Community Leader awardee for 2025.

The Community Leader award is given to dedicated neighborhood volunteers.

Rivera Recreation & Mann Older Adult Renovation Project

This $15M comprehensive renovation project is made possible through collaboration of Philadelphia Parks & Recreation and the Office of Councilwoman Maria Quinones-Sanchez.

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From Possibility to Actuality

Our Mission

Since 1982, HACE builds just and equitable neighborhoods for residents and small businesses of Eastern North Philadelphia. We build neighborhoods of choice by developing affordable housing and commercial spaces, providing supportive services, engaging residents and stakeholders, and supporting small businesses to grow the neighborhood’s economic base and increase job opportunities to nurture the community’s rich cultural diversity.

HACE’s Impact

Because so much of HACE’s history has been working against the trend of disinvestment in its neighborhoods, our leaders have always understood the need for strategy, synergy, and partnerships. Strategy has been shaped through community-wide planning and teamwork, which has helped us to share a vision with our community partners of the future that we can work toward.

From inception, we understand the need for partnership with other entities that share our goals—particularly with nonprofits that specialize in education, recreation, social services, arts, and culture. These collaborations allow us to focus on what we do best: planning and envisioning, encouraging homeownership, working with the business community, developing “bricks and mortar” projects, and delivering social services to our residents.

$100+ Million

Over $100,000,000 of total economic development investments are managed or directly influenced as part of HACE's community leadership.

50+ Local Jobs

Created over 50 new jobs through the development of a food distribution facility in the American Street Empowerment Zone and the Mercy Life Center.

450+ Housing Units

Development and construction of over 450 units for affordable rental housing and first time home ownership.

485 Vacant Lots

Responsible for the rehabilitation and greening of over 485 formerly vacant lots.

68,000+ Square Feet

Acquisition and development of over 68,000 sq. ft. for affordable office and retail space that promotes a diverse mix of business and creates jobs in the commercial corridors.

$9.3+ Million

Over $9,300,000 contributed toward Infrastructure and Community Revitalization Programs through HACE's direct project management and community advocacy within the city.

16,000+ Individuals & Families

Over 16,000 families and individuals have received Housing Counseling to help build wealth through home ownership.

170 Senior Citizens

The development of the Mercy Life Center has helped over 170 seniors continue living interdependently in their community.

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