May 2026 | Message from our Executive Director

Moving Housing Forward: Advocacy, Solutions, and Community Impact

At the Housing Alliance of Pennsylvania, we’re inspired every day by the communities, advocates, and partners working together to create a Pennsylvania where everyone has a safe and stable place to call home.

This month, we’re exploring how greater zoning consistency across Pennsylvania could help accelerate housing production by reducing barriers to development and creating clearer pathways for communities to address growing housing needs. We are also spotlighting efforts to help communities create alternatives to eviction through mediation programs, legal support, rental assistance partnerships, and other proactive strategies that help keep families housed.

Housing instability continues to have a significant impact on children across Pennsylvania.  Stable housing plays a critical role in supporting children’s health, education, and overall well-being, making affordable housing solutions essential to building stronger futures for families and communities alike.

Be sure to check our upcoming calendar of trainings, webinars, and events, and consider supporting our annual Homes Within Reach Conference through sponsorship opportunities that help advance important housing conversations statewide.

Finally, nominations are now being accepted for the Frontline Leader Awards through June 26. We encourage you to recognize individuals whose leadership and dedication are making a meaningful difference in advancing housing stability and equity across Pennsylvania.

In solidarity,
Phyllis Chamberlain             
Executive Director