Seattle FY 2021 – FY 2023 EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance
ID: 332127Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Award Range

$0 - $300K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Commerce is offering a federal grant opportunity titled "Seattle FY 2021 – FY 2023 EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance" aimed at supporting economic development and job creation in economically distressed areas. Eligible applicants include District Organizations, Indian Tribes, state and local governments, institutions of higher education, and non-profit organizations, all of which are encouraged to develop and implement regional economic development plans. This grant, which has a funding range from $0 to $300,000, is part of the Economic Development Administration's efforts to enhance local capacity for effective economic development programs through various planning activities. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis through the new Economic Development Grants Experience (EDGE) platform, with further details available at the EDA's website or by contacting their office directly.

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