Seattle FY 2021 – FY 2023 EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance
Grant Opportunity Analysis
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.
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.