RHLS client Community Development of the Poconos, Inc. announces its official launch!

Community Development of the Poconos, Inc. (CDPI). (2025, November 10). Community Development of the Poconos, Inc. launches to expand housing opportunities. [Press Release] 

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NORTHEAST PENNSYLVANIA —Community Development of the Poconos, Inc. (CDPI), a new non-profit CHDO dedicated to addressing housing challenges, is proud to announce its official launch. Incorporated on June 10, 2025, CDPI will serve Monroe, Carbon, Pike, and Wayne counties by developing and preserving affordable housing and collaborating with community partners.

CDPI was born out of the 2024 "More Front Doors" conference, which identified the region's significant need for increased housing options. The organization was subsequently incubated for a year at Pocono Mountains United Way, receiving guidance and support from the Regional Housing Legal Service (RHLS).

"The creation of CDPI marks a significant step forward in our collective effort to build a more equitable and prosperous future for the Poconos region," said Tom Campbell, Executive Director. "Our collaborative approach, focusing on key housing initiatives, will help strengthen our communities and provide more residents with safe, affordable places to call home."

For its first year, CDPI will focus heavily on two key areas:

• Working with Municipalities: CDPI will engage with local governments to create strategies and plans that support community development goals.

• Attracting Workforce Apartment Developers: The organization will work to attract developers interested in building multi-family housing to expand the supply of workforce apartments.

In the future, CDPI plans to expand into direct multi-family housing development and help fund agencies that work on owner-occupied homes, while always seeking ways to accelerate its timeline.

For more information about Community Development of the Poconos, Inc. and its mission, visit https://www.cdpoconos.org/about/.