Dear Friends and Neighbors,

Shippensburg is on an exciting path of revitalization and connectivity, and we couldn’t be more optimistic about the future of our beloved community. Through the collaborative efforts of the Chamber, the borough, Shippensburg Area Development Corporation (SADCO), Downtown Organizations Investing Together (DOIT), the townships, the Cumberland Valley Rail Trails, and the incredibly supportive community around us, we are working tirelessly to keep the Derck Edson Plan—a five-year strategy based on thoughtful case studies and invaluable community feedback— on track.

Thanks to the dedication of so many, we’ve seen remarkable progress. We’ve built on past successes while embracing fresh opportunities, creating events that bring people together, beautifying our downtown and surrounding areas, and launching programs to highlight everything Shippensburg has to offer. Our focus remains on improving the economic vitality of our community, ensuring it remains a place where businesses thrive and residents feel proud to call home.

We are deeply grateful for your support in these endeavors, and we hope you’ll continue to join us in shaping Shippensburg’s future.

Together, we can create a thriving, connected, and engaged community where tradition meets innovation, and where we continue to build a brighter future for all.

Be well,

Michaela Wetzel
Community Coordinator
Downtown Ship & Beyond