Did you know that Erie is listed as #2 on Realtor.com's list of Hottest Housing Markets?
Check out the article here: https://nypost.com/2026/07/13/real-estate/buyers-on-budget-are-rushing-to-this-hidden-pa-lake-city/
B.E.S.T. makes Erie Better!
Beautification. Walkability. Home Repair. Increased exterior lighting. Public art. Food access. Connecting neighbors to available resources.
Every dollar spent at B.E.S.T. helps increase property values, enhance safety, and continues to make the Historic East Bayfront a safe, affordable, and vibrant place to call home.
We're where Erie began and where Erie is heading. Help us continue making Erie better.
Our impact this year has changed our community!
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Number of Volunteers this Year
27
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Volunteer Hours
1900
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Dollars Raised in 2026
$4,150
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Number of Individual Donors in 2026
14
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Pounds of litter removed from the neighborhood
900.61
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Trees Planted
22
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Total Grants Awarded to Home Owners
36
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Length of replaced sidewalks
708.60 feet
Thank you to our generous sponsors, partners, and collaborators.
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Erie InsuranceErie Insurance
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UPMC Health PlanUPMC Health Plan
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Marquette Savings BankMarquette Savings Bank
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Erie County Gaming Revenue Authority -
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Infinite ErieInfinite Erie
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Port AuthorityPort Authority of Erie
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Groundwork ErieGroundwork Erie
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Mercyhurst UniversityMercyhurst University
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Redevelopment Authority of the City of ErieRedevelopment Authority of the City of Erie
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Erie Land BankErie Land Bank
