EDA Seattle FY 2016–FY 2019 Planning Program and Local Technical Assistance Program
Grant Opportunity Analysis
The Economic Development Administration (EDA) of the U.S. Department of Commerce is offering a Federal Funding Opportunity for its Planning and Local Technical Assistance programs, aimed at supporting economically distressed communities through the development of regional economic strategies. This initiative encourages eligible applicants, including District Organizations, Indian Tribes, and local government bodies, to submit proposals on a continuous basis, as there are no set application deadlines. The funding, which historically amounted to approximately $30 million for Planning and $11 million for Local Technical Assistance in FY 2015, is intended to enhance economic capacity and resilience, particularly in underserved regions, by facilitating job creation and retention. Interested parties can find more information and application procedures on the EDA's website, with funding amounts ranging from $0 to $300,000, and applications accepted until further notice.
Eligible Applicants
Pursuant to section 3 of the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 (42 U.S.C. § 3122) (PWEDA) and EDA’s regulation at 13 C.F.R. § 300.3, the following types of entities are eligible to receive funding assistance from EDA: 1. District Organizations (as defined in 13 C.F.R. § 300.3); 2. Indian Tribes or a consortium of Indian Tribes; 3. States, cities, or other political subdivisions of a State, including a special purpose unit of a State or local government engaged in economic or infrastructure development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions; 4. Institutions of higher education or a consortium of institutions of higher education; or 5. Public or private non-profit organizations or associations acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a State.