Rural Economic Development Initiative
The REDI program funds rural Colorado projects that build economic resilience, diversify local economies, and create jobs through capacity building and community-driven initiatives.
Funder: Department of Local Affairs
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Full application submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $150,000 per project; total pool ~$923,000 per cycle; project duration up to 2 years.
Summary: Supports rural Colorado communities in diversifying economies, creating jobs, and building resilience through priority projects and capacity-building initiatives.
Key Information: Forecasted cycle; eligibility and requirements may evolve—consult program page for updates.
Description
The Rural Economic Development Initiative (REDI) program is designed to help rural communities in Colorado diversify their local economies, create and retain jobs, and build greater economic resilience. The program funds projects that are community priorities and that strengthen economic foundations through job creation, capacity building, economic resilience strategies, and support for entrepreneurial ecosystems. Eligible activities include planning, construction, programming, and targeted capacity-building efforts.
