Community Development

Community Development is a key priority for local and state government agencies, focusing on improving the quality of life in communities through economic growth, housing, and social services. By fostering strong, vibrant communities, governments can address poverty, unemployment, and access to resources. This directory provides articles on community development and related topics like Economic Development, which explores strategies for job creation and attracting investments that drive regional growth.

Advancing economic mobility program gives each municipality $20K and technical support under Gates Foundation-backed initiative
Agencies have until June 24 to start applications for projects and officer wellness programs worth up to $200K
Grant funds will flow to every state, six territories and nearly 300 tribes, with additional funding for caregiver-support projects
Community paramedicine programs across Maine were dealt a major setback after federal grants were abruptly terminated, leaving departments without crucial funding to provide proactive care
Non-profit leaders speak out against Trump administration cuts to congressionally funded grant programs
Grants to benefit 21 local farmers markets and 17 individual vendors
Grants, up to $25,000, will support community relief, community outreach, training, specialized equipment and vegetation mitigation and fuels reduction
Cuts to Local Food Purchase Assistance and Local Food for Schools programs causing uncertainty for small farmers
Longtime small businesses can apply for the $5,000 grants for marketing, business process modernization and improving technology
West Haven officials and the University of New Haven unveiled new free tuition for West Haven’s firefighters, police officers and dispatchers
First responders across the country joined Lexipol in highlighting wellness themes focused on fitness, mental health, peer support and connection
The program offers funding ranging from $5,000 to $20,000 per project
IHCDA’s CreatINg Places program funds will be used to expand the festival with new signage, banners and talent costs
The grant will create the North Texas Handle With Care Network to identify and support at-risk children and families
Federal judge took just five minutes to tell HUD and DOGE to reinstate grant funds to four fair housing projects