Local Community and Economy
Providing for Delaware River port communities
Stewardship and troubleshooting provided by Seamen's Church Institute help keep maritime commerce – a $17 billion industry – moving smoothly and thriving in the Delaware Valley.
For our community and local economy, Seamen's Church Institute:
- Catches small problems before they turn into big problems for business owners.
- Prevents red tape, morale or labor issues from obstructing what's best for maritime businesses and 75,000 local jobs*.
- Promotes policies that lead to a clean environment and local economic growth (175,000 new jobs over the next 15 years†).
- Provides advocacy, leadership, and a sense of community for riverfront residents.
Philadelphia's Riverfront
SCI facilities also play an important role in Philadelphia's riverfront community. Our conference rooms offer a comfortable, neutral setting for maritime industry negotiations. We provide much-needed worship space for All Souls' Church for the Deaf and a welcoming gathering place for neighborhood organizations.
For the benefit of our community and local economy, SCI strives to be a peaceful harbor in any storm.
Driven by faith, we believe that we all do well by doing good.
* Maritime Exchange for the Delaware River and Bay
† Delaware River Maritime Enterprise Council
Photo: Philadelphia skyline as seen from Camden, New Jersey.