Pennsylvania Association of Housing and Redevelopment Agencies

What Pennsylvania Association of Housing and Redevelopment Agencies does

The Pennsylvania Association of Housing and Redevelopment Agencies (PAHRA) is a private, nonprofit membership-based trade association headquartered in New Florence, Pennsylvania. It is an affiliation of housing authorities, redevelopment authorities, community development agencies, non-profit housing corporations, and their industry partners, advocating for adequate and affordable housing and the development, preservation, and redevelopment of communities throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, particularly for low- to moderate-income populations. PAHRA serves approximately 200 member organizations, including major entities such as the Philadelphia Housing Authority, Allegheny County Housing Authority, Allentown Housing Authority, Harrisburg Housing Authority, and Lancaster City Housing Authority, and maintains partnerships with the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA), Housing and Redevelopment Insurance Exchange (HARIE), HAI Group, and Chrislynn Energy Services.

PAHRA's core deliverables are not technology products but member services: state-level legislative advocacy (via legislative consultant Housing Alliance of Pennsylvania), professional development through conferences and seminars, a tri-annual PAHRA Monitor publication, a Member Directory, scholarship programs, and an industry awards program. Revenue is generated through three membership tiers — Active ($400/year for housing/redevelopment authorities, CD agencies, and non-profits), Affiliate ($450/year for service firms and associations), and Associate ($80/year for individuals) — supplemented by tiered Partner sponsorships (Platinum through Friends of PAHRA), conference and event registration, and advertising in PAHRA Monitor and event programs.

The organization operates with a small staff (1–10 employees) led by Executive Director Kelly L. Hicks and Director of Operations Kevin J. Bartko. Governance is provided by a Board of Directors composed of executives from member housing and redevelopment authorities, with current President Barbara Wilson (Executive Director, Lancaster City Housing Authority), First Vice-President Penny Campbell, Second Vice-President Holly Nogay, Treasurer Alicia Zazzera, and Secretary Renee K. Daly. PAHRA distributes its services exclusively within Pennsylvania through direct membership enrollment, the PAHRA website, email communications, and in-person events such as the Spring Conference & Showcase and the Annual Conference & Awards (scheduled October 18–21, 2026 at Skytop Lodge).

Name

Pennsylvania Association of Housing and Redevelopment Agencies

Legal name

The Pennsylvania Association of Housing and Redevelopment Agencies

Website

https://pahra.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

PAHRA is a nonprofit Pennsylvania trade association serving approximately 200 housing authorities, redevelopment authorities, community development agencies, and non-profit housing corporations statewide, providing advocacy, training, conferences, publications, and a tiered partner program.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Trade Association Services

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Affordable Housing & Community Development (Housing, Community Land Trusts) (BPAGALAC)

Keywords

• Affordable housing advocacy
• Trade association services
• Housing redevelopment network
• Community development training
• Professional membership association

Headquarters

HQ city

New Florence

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Active Membership Dues: Annual membership fees for housing authorities, redevelopment authorities, community development agencies, and non-profit housing corporations. Active members receive discounts on training and networking conferences, the PAHRA Monitor publication, the Member Directory, legislative updates, and other member communications.
2. Affiliate Membership Dues: Annual membership fees for planning commissions, firms engaged in housing services, and associations. Includes advertising discounts, conference exhibit space discounts, PAHRA Monitor issues, directory listings with direct website links, and access to member email contacts for marketing.
3. Associate Membership Dues: Annual dues for staff members, Board of Commissioners/Directors, legal counsel, or individuals interested in the housing and community development industry. Includes conference discounts, personal Monitor issues, directory access, legislative updates, and all PAHRA communications delivered directly.
4. Partner Sponsorship and Advertising: Revenue from organizational partners at various tiers (Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze, Friends of PAHRA) who receive multi-media visibility through advertising, web listings, conference participation, and Monitor articles. Also includes advertising revenue in PAHRA Monitor, Conference Programs, and Member Directory.
5. Conference and Event Revenue: Revenue from annual conferences, seminars, and training events including registration fees, exhibit space rentals, and event sponsorships. Events include the Spring Conference & Showcase, Annual Conference & Awards, and Summer Break Seminar Series.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Pennsylvania Association of Housing and Redevelopment Agencies (PAHRA) is a nonprofit, membership-based professional trade association serving approximately 200 housing authorities, redevelopment authorities, and community development agencies across Pennsylvania. It provides advocacy, legislative monitoring, professional training and education, networking opportunities, conferences, publications (PAHRA Monitor), and a partner program for industry suppliers.

Product overview

Pennsylvania Association of Housing and Redevelopment Agencies (PAHRA) is a membership-based professional association, not a product company. It does not offer a software platform or technology products. PAHRA provides membership services including advocacy for affordable housing and community development, professional networking, conferences, training, publications (PAHRA Monitor magazine), scholarships, awards, and legislative updates to its member organizations throughout Pennsylvania.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Active Membership Annual membership category priced at $400 for Pennsylvania housing authorities, redevelopment authorities, and community development agencies, providing access to advocacy, training, networking events, and publications.
• Affiliate Membership Annual membership category priced at $450 for housing and redevelopment entities outside of Pennsylvania seeking access to PAHRA resources.
• Associate Membership Annual membership category priced at $80 for partner organizations and industry suppliers that provide goods or services to housing and redevelopment agencies.
• Annual Conference & Awards Ceremony Annual multi-day industry conference for PAHRA members featuring professional development sessions, networking, and the presentation of association awards.
• Spring Conference & Showcase Spring industry conference and partner showcase providing members with professional development and access to vendors serving the affordable housing industry.
• Summer Break Seminar Series Summer educational seminar series for members offering focused training and development sessions.
• PAHRA Monitor Publication Association periodical delivering news, legislative updates, advocacy information, and industry developments to PAHRA members.
• Member Directory Online directory enabling members to access contact information and details for housing and redevelopment agencies across Pennsylvania.
• Scholarship Awards Annual scholarship program awarded to support educational pursuits for member agencies and their staff.

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

23 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core, secondary and minor.

• Housing and Redevelopment Insurance Exchange (HARIE)flagshipOthersPlatinum Partner of PAHRA providing insurance coverage exclusively for housing and redevelopment authorities. Offers liability, fire, D/O, fidelity bond, worker's compensation, commercial auto, inland marine and crime insurance. Thomas Ruddy serves as contact.
• Chrislynn Energy Services, Inc.coreOthersGold Partner and 2026 Scholarship Champion donor. Energy management company and COSTARS-30/COSTARS-28 approved vendor providing budget forecasts, invoice audits, and energy optimization for housing authorities. Mike Dowling, President.
• Allergy TechnologiessecondaryOthersSilver Partner offering bed bug control and prevention program (ATAHC) for affordable housing, reducing reintroductions by 95% and delivering 40% operational savings. Joseph Latino, President.
• HAI GroupcoreOthersSilver Partner and nation's leading provider of public and affordable housing insurance serving over 3,000 housing organizations nationwide for nearly 40 years. Also offers risk management, consulting, and professional development training.
• Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA)flagshipOthersSilver Partner and key state agency partner. Provides affordable housing financing and administers housing programs throughout Pennsylvania. Robin Wiessmann serves as Executive Director and CEO. Multiple office locations including Harrisburg, Pittsburgh, and Norristown.
• U-COMP (Pennsylvania Municipal League)secondaryOthersSilver Partner and trust providing group unemployment compensation coverage for public entities in Pennsylvania since 1985. Offers unemployment education, hearing representation, and annual dividend opportunities.
• Horizon Information SystemssecondaryOthersSilver Partner and Pennsylvania's trusted choice for housing and financial management software for over 25 years. Specializes in integrated tenant and accounting systems. Official COSTARS supplier.
• Fox Rothschild LLPminorOthersBronze Partner and law firm with over a century of experience serving clients coast to coast. Affordable Housing Group assists with affordable housing opportunities, development, contract negotiation, labor and employment, litigation, finance, and tax matters.
• Infradapt, LLCminorOthersBronze Partner providing managed IT services for PHAs including Private Cloud Hosting, 24x7x365 Support, Disaster Recovery, Enterprise VoIP, and security solutions. Leo Andrade serves as Account Executive.
• GovCard - EvolvminorOthersEndorsed Partner providing gateway payment solutions for housing authorities with free web page, click-to-pay options, mobile apps, and no credit card fees.
• Housing Alliance of PennsylvaniaflagshipOthersLegislative Consultant to PAHRA providing advocacy and policy support at state level. Statewide coalition working to ensure Pennsylvanians have access to decent, affordable housing. Phyllis Chamberlain serves as Executive Director.
• BDO PHA FinanceminorOthersFriend of PAHRA Partner providing accounting and management consulting services to PHAs nationwide for HUD compliance, operational efficiency, and subsidy maximization. Brian Alten, CPA, serves as Assurance Marketing Managing Principal.
• Duncan Financial GroupminorOthersFriend of PAHRA Partner and family-owned financial services firm for over 40 years. Offers insurance, risk management, employee benefits, wealth management, 401(k) administration, and financial planning. Alex P. Kline, CFP serves as Ex Officio Affiliate Member.
• MaherDuessel, CPAsminorOthersFriend of PAHRA Partner and leading regional accounting firm offering specialized auditing and consulting services for governmental and non-profit organizations. Brian T. McCall serves as President/COO.
• M & L Compliance Management, LLCminorOthersFriend of PAHRA Partner providing compliance consulting for affordable housing including LIHTC, Federal HOME, HUD regulations, and certification processes. Elizabeth Harriger, CPA, HCCP serves as Director of Affordable Housing.
• Navien, Inc.minorOthersFriend of PAHRA Partner and leading manufacturer of tankless condensing water heaters and boilers. Products reduce energy consumption by 20% and greenhouse gas emissions significantly.
• The EADS GroupminorOthersFriend of PAHRA Partner and full-service engineering firm specializing in architecture, site design, Section 504 assessments, capital improvements, construction inspection, and environmental services.
• InnoVative Capital, LLCminorOthersFriend of PAHRA Partner and multi-specialty municipal advisor focusing on capital planning for PHAs and Redevelopment Agencies. Structures multi-layer funding stacks incorporating HUD loans, Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae, LIHTCs, NMTCs, and tax exempt bonds.
• BMS CATminorOthersFriend of PAHRA Partner providing restoration, mitigation, and construction services specializing in insurance repair for fire, smoke, water, mold, bio-hazard cleanup, and storm damage. Anna Visconti Peagler serves as Commercial Accounts Manager.
• Affordable Housing Accountants, Ltd.minorOthersFriend of PAHRA Partner and professional CPA firm specializing in cost certifications, auditing, accounting, and tax return preparation for affordable housing tax credit projects, HUD projects, and RD projects.
• BELFOR Property RestorationminorOthersFriend of PAHRA Partner providing mold mitigation, bio-hazard cleanup, fire and water restoration, reconstruction, and document recovery services. Linda Hindmarch serves as Business Development contact.
• Excalibur Insurance Management ServicesminorOthersFriend of PAHRA Partner and insurance coverage provider through Housing and Redevelopment Insurance Exchange (HARIE). Charles Volpe, Jr., Esq. serves as attorney and contact.
• Canzian / Johnston & Associates LLCminorOthersFriend of PAHRA Partner providing architectural, engineering, and design services with strong resume in federally assisted multi-family housing. Passionate about historic preservation and sustainable design with LEED Accredited Professional on staff.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Housing Alliance of Pennsylvania: Statewide Pennsylvania coalition providing advocacy and technical assistance for affordable housing — already serves as PAHRA's legislative consultant. Overlapping advocacy focus on affordable housing policy at the state level creates both partnership and overlap.
• Public Housing Authorities Directors Association (PHADA): National association of executive directors of public housing authorities. PAHRA's board members are predominantly PHA executive directors, mirroring PHADA's core membership profile at the state level.
• Council of Large Public Housing Authorities (CLPHA): Membership organization for the largest U.S. public housing authorities, including major PA members like Philadelphia Housing Authority. Comparable mission of advocacy and best-practice exchange for high-capacity PHA operations.
• New York State Association of Housing and Redevelopment Agencies (NYSAHRA): Direct organizational namesake and structural analog for New York, providing the same state-level membership association services for housing and redevelopment agencies.
• MassNAHRO (Massachusetts): Massachusetts chapter of NAHRO serving housing and redevelopment authorities with the same trade-association model — state-level membership, advocacy, conferences, and training — as PAHRA.
• National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO): National membership association for housing and redevelopment officials. PAHRA functions as Pennsylvania's state-level counterpart to NAHRO, offering the same advocacy, training, conferences, and publications model at state scale.
• National Affordable Housing Management Association (NAHMA): National trade association for affordable housing management companies, serving a closely overlapping member base of professionals managing subsidized and affordable housing portfolios.

Broad incumbents

• National Council of State Housing Agencies (NCSHA): National organization of state housing finance agencies, including PHFA. Broader scope than PAHRA but overlapping on policy advocacy and member engagement for state housing stakeholders.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

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Profiles5 records

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