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Funding Opportunities for the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities and Flood Mitigation
Today, FEMA will post funding notices for two hazard mitigation grant programs for $1.16 billion.
Aug 10, 20212 min read
$3 Billion Available in EDA American Rescue Plan Funding
Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo announced six programs, collectively called Investing in America’s Communities, that the
Jul 23, 20212 min read
CAPDD, A-State Delta Center, and AEDI to Hold COVID Recovery and Resiliency Workshop in North Little
The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District, Arkansas State University Delta Center for Economic Development, and Arkansas Econom
Jul 20, 20213 min read
AEDC Division of Rural Services distributes almost $357,000 in community grants.
The Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC) Division of Rural Services has awarded community grants totaling $356,802.26 to 36 count
Jul 7, 20212 min read
Arkansas Humanities Council offers American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 Grant
The Arkansas Humanities Council is now accepting applications for the ARP Act Grant. This recovery funding is available to support at-risk
Jun 29, 20211 min read
$1.5 million in grants available to better educate women on labor rights and benefits.
The U.S. Department of Labor announced a $1.5 million funding opportunity to develop partnerships with community-based organizations and
Jun 28, 20212 min read
Federal payments totaling $8 billion will be paid to airports across the country, including Arkansas
According to the Airports Council International-North America, there are roughly 500 commercial airports in the United States
Jun 25, 20211 min read
Arkansas Poultry Growers and Other Farms Have Been Promised Pandemic Help
The United States Department of Agriculture announced that it will pay nearly $6 billion in additional aid to farmers, ranchers, and others
Jun 24, 20212 min read
Everything You Need to Know about COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loans
The EIDL program, administered by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), is designed to provide economic relief to businesses that...
Jun 16, 20212 min read
Memorial Day Message
We know that, after the year we’ve had, we're all ready to enjoy the summer as we approach Memorial Day Weekend. But, before we go out to...
May 28, 20211 min read
Public Notice for City of Lonoke on Application For Community Development Block Grant - April 2021
A second required public hearing concerning the implementation of an Arkansas Community and Economic and Development Program (ACEDP) grant
May 3, 20211 min read
Shuttered Venue Operator Grants Program Application Portal Now Open
The Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) program was established by the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues
Apr 26, 20211 min read
Public Notice for Lonoke County on Application For Community Development Block Grant - April 2021
A second required public hearing concerning the implementation of an Arkansas Community and Economic and Development Program (ACEDP) grant
Apr 19, 20211 min read
Public Notice for Pulaski County on Application For Community Development Block Grant- April 2021
All residents of Pulaski County are encouraged to attend the hearing and participate in the community development process.
Apr 19, 20211 min read
Delta Regional Authority Launches Delta Broadband Mapping Project in Arkansas
The Delta Regional Authority (DRA) announced today the launch of the Delta Broadband Mapping Project, an initiative aimed at strengthening
Apr 19, 20213 min read
Public Notice for City Of Des Arc on Application For Community Development Block Grant- April 2021
A second required public hearing concerning the implementation of an Arkansas Community and Economic and Development Program (ACEDP) grant
Apr 7, 20211 min read
SBA Raises Pandemic EIDL Loan Limit to $500,000
If you are a small business owner or a qualified agricultural businesses in the U.S. states and territories, you may be eligible to apply...
Mar 31, 20211 min read
Website Provides Employers With Resources for COVID-19 Vaccinations
A partnership involving Arkansas Blue Cross & Blue Shield has launched VaccinateArkansas.com, a site for employers to get information....
Mar 30, 20212 min read
Faulkner County Hazard Mitigation Plan Approved by FEMA
The Central Arkansas Planning and Development District would like to thank all of our Cities and County government agencies, public...
Mar 29, 20211 min read
Delta Regional Authority Opens 2021 Funding Cycle for Economic Development Opportunities
The Delta Regional Authority (DRA) opened the 2021 funding cycle for the States’ Economic Development Assistance Program (SEDAP). SEDAP pro
Mar 16, 20211 min read
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