Funder: Department of Commerce

Due Dates: Rolling (no submission deadlines; applications accepted until NOFO is terminated or superseded)

Funding Amounts: Typical awards: $200,000–$500,000; average ~$350,000; maximum up to $1,500,000; project period 12–18 months

Summary: Supports research and national technical assistance projects that advance economic development, job creation, and private investment in economically distressed U.S. regions.

Key Information: Concept proposal required before full application; all applications must be submitted via the EDGE platform (not Grants.gov).