Wyoming County Nonprofits Receive State Investments for Revitalization, Community-Centered Projects

October 23, 2026

WYOMING - Five nonprofits in Wyoming County will receive a combined $831,150 from the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development's Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP), Rep. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford Wyoming) and Sen. Lisa Baker (R-Luzere/Pike/Susquehanna/Wayne/Wyoming) announced today.

NAP provides tax credits to businesses that contribute to local nonprofits' efforts to revitalize communities. Wyoming County's investments cater toward community development, healthcare and emergency services projects. Two of the projects will support veterans and residents with intellectual disabilities.

"Nonprofits, specifically the dedicated staff members and volunteers who keep them going, are the unsung heroes of our communities. These organizations offer so much to residents and will rarely ask for anything in return," Pickett said. "These investments are a simple way we can help them keep their lights on and programs moving, with the actual dollars coming from businesses who value their impacts as well."

The investment distribution is as follows:

• Wyoming County Healthcare Center Inc. (Tunkhannock): $596,250 to expand dental services and extend ambulatory care.

• Patriots Cove Inc. (Noxen): $126,000 to create people-centered outdoor experiences at no cost to participants, eliminating physical and mobility barriers to nature.

• Wyoming County Community Health Foundation (Tunkhannock): $50,400 to strengthen and coordinate Wyoming County EMS services and improve emergency response sustainability.

• Wyoming County Cultural Center Inc. (Tunkhannock): $27,000 to create a program offering theater and visual arts classes for people with disabilities. The nonprofit will receive an additional $13,500 to strengthen its veterans assistance outreach and create more events for veterans.

• Noxen Neighborhood Center Corp. (Noxen): $18,000 to build an 8,000-square-foot community center to enhance the recreation and socialization of residents in rural areas.

"Community groups reinvesting in vital projects is a simple and direct way to support essential social services and development projects. Providing state tax credits is a less complicated path than having to compete in high demand funding programs," Baker said. "The merits of the five projects are apparent. These are all projects that help solidify and strengthen Wyoming County communities and neighborhoods. This is partnership at its most productive."

All of the projects were identified under NAP's Special Priorities Program (SPP). Projects in SPP aim to support state priorities in distressed areas.

More information on NAP and eligibility for businesses to contribute can be found here.

Representative Tina Pickett
110th District
Pennsylvania House of Representatives
Media Contact: Lindsey Cook
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