Economic Development Administration
The Economic Development Administration (EDA) is a key agency within the U.S. Department of Commerce, dedicated to fostering economic growth and job creation in distressed communities. Its primary mission is to support innovative strategies that enhance regional competitiveness and resilience. The EDA provides funding opportunities through various grant programs aimed at infrastructure development, business expansion, and workforce training. By facilitating partnerships and investments, the agency plays a crucial role in revitalizing local economies and promoting sustainable development across the nation.
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The grant aims to support communities in developing and implementing long-term economic recovery strategies following disasters like Hurricanes Ian and Fiona, as well as other natural disasters from 2021 and 2022. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, city and county governments, federally recognized Native American tribes, and public institutions of higher education, provided their projects serve areas impacted by the specified disasters. Applications must be submitted through the Economic Development Grants Experience (EDGE) platform starting April 6, 2023, with further details available in the full Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO).
The purpose of this grant is to provide funding for communities recovering from natural disasters, aiming to improve their economic conditions beyond pre-disaster levels through various project pathways. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, government entities (such as county and city governments), educational institutions, and economic development organizations, but not individuals or for-profit entities. To apply, interested parties should refer to the EDA's contact page for further information.
The grant aims to support economic development activities in communities and regions through funding for planning, technical assistance, and infrastructure construction, as outlined in the Notices of Funding Opportunity (NOFOs) by the Economic Development Administration (EDA). Eligible applicants include federally recognized Native American tribal governments, city and county governments, state governments, nonprofit organizations, and institutions of higher education, while individuals and for-profit entities are not eligible. To apply, interested parties should refer to the EDA's website for the NOFO and application procedures.
The Tech Hubs Program aims to enhance U.S. economic competitiveness and national security through strategic investments in regions poised to lead in future technologies over the next decade. Eligible applicants include designated Tech Hub consortia that received Consortium Accelerator Awards and have not previously received EDA Tech Hubs Implementation funds. Applications must be submitted electronically via the Economic Development Grants Experience (EDGE) platform.