Community Development Block Grant - Economic Development (CDBG-ED)
The Community Development Block Grant - Economic Development (CDBG-ED) from the Department of Local Affairs funds rural Colorado projects that use research-based approaches to boost job creation and local economic growth.
Funder: Department of Local Affairs
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typically up to $35,000 per job created/retained; both grants and loans available; award size and duration vary by project and region.
Summary: Supports economic development and infrastructure projects to promote job creation and growth in Colorado’s rural communities.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; details and deadlines may shift—consult the program page and your regional contact.
Description
The Community Development Block Grant - Economic Development (CDBG-ED) program, administered by the Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA), is designed to foster economic growth in Colorado’s rural communities. The program provides financial assistance—including business loans, loan guarantees, and infrastructure grants—to local governments and businesses for projects that promote job creation, job retention, and sustainable local economic development. Funding can support a range of activities, including acquisition, engineering, construction, and rehabilitation of public infrastructure, as well as direct business support.
