Mission: The Community Development Program’s mission is to be a catalyst for sustainable community development, a force for anti-poverty efforts, and a facilitator of the future of Beaver County. Vision: The Community Development Program supports communities by assisting nonprofits to meet our population’s most pressing needs, collaborating with municipalities for infrastructure and public facilities improvements, and working with individuals with housing and accessibility needs. With adequate resources, all communities in Beaver County can flourish. The Community Development Program plays an instrumental role in creating healthy systems to positively impact our communities and promote self-sufficiency. The Community Development Program of Beaver County collaborates with local organizations to empower Beaver County residents to promote thriving communities. We seek to partner with and empower organizations to create a sustainable, inclusive, and equitable Beaver County. The Community Development Program looks to be recognized in Beaver County as among the leading professionals on issues of poverty, self-sufficiency, and community development. Strategic Goals: The Office of Community Development looks to improve the conditions of communities in which low-income people live. These goals are essential to improving our communities: 1. Be recognized as an exemplary HUD-funded Community Development agency. 2. Increase branding and partnership within the community. 3. Create consistent public dialogue for community input for programs and projects.