Atlanta FY 2021 – FY 2023 EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance
Atlanta's EDA grant (2021-2023) supports economic development planning and local technical aid in distressed areas, now requiring applications via the EDGE platform.
Funder: Department of Commerce
Due Dates: Rolling (applications accepted on a continuing basis)
Funding Amounts: Up to $300,000 per award; typical awards: $70,000 (planning), $100,000 (technical assistance); duration 12–36 months
Summary: Supports economic development planning and technical assistance projects in economically distressed areas, with a focus on job creation and regional resiliency.
Key Information: Applications must be submitted via the EDGE platform (not Grants.gov) as of April 6, 2023.
Description
This opportunity, administered by the Economic Development Administration (EDA) of the U.S. Department of Commerce, funds planning and local technical assistance projects that promote economic development, job creation, and private investment in economically distressed regions. The program supports a range of activities, including the development and implementation of regional economic development plans, feasibility studies, impact analyses, disaster resiliency planning, and other technical assistance efforts that build local capacity and foster economic prosperity.
The program is open to a variety of eligible organizations and is designed to be flexible, supporting both long-term strategic planning and short-term technical assistance needs. The EDA emphasizes projects that align with its investment priorities and demonstrate strong regional stakeholder support.
