Rural Economic Development

OUR MISSION IS TO ASSIST THE NORTHERN KENTUCKY COMMUNITY IN EFFECTIVELY ENTERING THE 21ST CENTURY THROUGH THE PROVISION OF HIGH QUALITY AND TECHNICALLY ADVANCED STAFF SERVICES TO LOCAL GOVERNMENTS, AGENCIES, AND CITIZENS.

Connected by Our Humanity is a 501 C (3) Non-Profit Dedicated to Supporting Coffee Growing Communities In Remote Regions of the World

TO PROVIDE A WIDE RANGE OF SERVICES AND OPPORTUNITIES DESIGNED TO REDUCE POVERTY AND ASSIST LOW TO MODERATE-INCOME INDIVIDUALS IN BECOMING SELF-SUFFICIENT.

WESTERN DAIRYLAND ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL, INC. WAS ESTABLISHED IN 1966, UNDER THE ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY ACT TO HELP DISADVANTAGED INDIVIDUALS IN BUFFALO, EAU CLAIRE, JACKSON, AND TREMPEALEAU COUNTIES LOCATED IN WEST CENTRAL WISCONSIN. THE AGENCY'S MISSION IS TO ALLEVIATE POVERTY RELATED CONDITIONS AND PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES WHICH ENABLE PEOPLE TO ADVANCE ECONOMICALLY AND SOCIALLY.THE AGENCY WORKS WITH INDIVIDUALS AS WELL AS COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR ALL. THE AGENCY IS GOVERNED BY A 24 MEMBER BOARD OF DIRECTORS REPRESENTING A CROSS SECTION OF THE COMMUNITY. EIGHT MEMBERS ARE LOCAL ELECTED OFFICIALS, EIGHT ARE REPRESENTATIVES OF THE LOW-INCOME POPULATION, AND EIGHT ARE REPRESENTATIVES OF COMMUNITY GROUPS AND ORGANIZATIONS.COMMUNITY ACTION CHANGES PEOPLE'S LIVES, EMBODIES THE SPIRIT OF HOPE, IMPROVES COMMUNITIES, AND MAKES AMERICA A BETTER PLACE TO LIVE. WE CARE ABOUT THE ENTIRE COMMUNITY, AND WE ARE DEDICATED TO HELPING PEOPLE HELP THEMSELVES AND EACH

ECKAN BUILDS CONNECTIONS AND PROVIDES PROGRAM SERVICES IN EAST CENTRAL KANSAS TO SUPPORT THE STABILITY, HEALTH, AND ENGAGEMENT OF LOW-INCOME INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES.

THE GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE WEST ALABAMA REGIONAL COMMISSION IS TO PLAN FOR THE UNIFIED AND FAR-REACHING DEVELOPMENT OF THE WEST ALABAMA REGION, ELIMINATE DUPLICATION OF SERVICES BY MEMBER GOVERNMENTS, AND PROMOTE ECONOMY AND EFFICIENCY THROUGH COORDINATION BETWEEN MEMBER GOVERNMENTS. THE WEST ALABAMA REGIONAL COMMISSION: 1) ORGANIZES COOPERATIVE PROJECTS BETWEEN LOCAL GOVERNMENTS TO SAVE TAX DOLLARS; 2) PROVIDES TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO MEMBER LOCAL GOVERNMENTS IN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, GRANT APPLICATIONS, PLANNING, MANAGEMENT, AND OTHER AREAS; 3) ADMINISTERS FEDERAL AND STATE PROGRAMS THAT BENEFIT FROM REGIONAL COOPERATION; 4) COORDINATES FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL PROJECTS OR ISSUES THAT CROSS THE BOUNDARIES OF MEMBER GOVERNMENTS; 5) PLANS FOR THE ORDERLY DEVELOPMENT OF THE REGION AND FOR EFFECTIVE DELIVERY OF PUBLIC SERVICES; AND, 6) REVIEWS AND COORDINATES FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL PROGRAMS OF REGIONAL SIGNIFICANCE; 7) PROVIDES REVOLVING LOAN FUNDS TO PROMOTE SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMEN

TO AID AND ASSIST THE AREA REGIONS OF LAWRENCE, RANDOLPH, AND CLAY COUNTIES IN DEVELOPING PROGRAMS UNDER AND PURSUANT TO THE ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY ACT OF THE 1964 CONGRESS AND TO ASSIST IN THE PROCUREMENT, ORGANIZATION, COORDINATION, AND SUPERVISION OF PROJECTS OF ANY AND ALL CAUSES OR KINDS WHICH MAY BECOME AVALIABLE TO ANY PART OR ALL OF SUCH REGIONS OR AREA.

RURAL AMERICA INITIATIVES IS A COMMUNITY-BASED, NON-PROFIT AGENCY SERVING AMERICAN INDIAN CHILDREN AND FAMILIES IN AND AROUND WESTERN SOUTH DAKOTA WITH CULTURALLY SENSITIVE FAMILY SERVICES, COMPREHENSIVE CHILD DEVELOPMENT, PARENT SUPPORT AND ADVOCACY, REFERRALS, AND GROUP MENTORING.

BRING TOGETHER MATERIAL, FINANCIAL AND HUMAN RESOURCES OF THE PRIVATE AND PUBLIC SECTOR OF THE COMMUNITY TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE BY CHANGING THE LIVES OF LOW-INCOME INDIVIDUALS SO THAT THEY BECOME SELF-SUFFICIENT THROUGH INDIVIDUAL, FAMILY AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT TO PROVIDE FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES THE NECESSARY TOOLS THROUGH A HOLISTIC SERVICE DELIVERY SYSTEM THAT WILL ENABLE THEM TO ATTAIN AND MAINTAIN SELF SUFFICIENCY.

TO SUPPORT THE CHARITABLE AND EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES (WITHIN THE MEANING OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE SECTION 501(C)(3)) OF THE WESTERN ORGANIZATION OF RESOURCE COUNCILS (WORC) A PUBLICLY SUPPPORTED SECTION 501 (C)(4) ORGANIZATION, AS PERMITTED BY THE TREASURY.

Economic development in the following 7 counties Hughes, Lincoln, Okfuskee, Pawnee, Payne, Pottawatomie and Seminole

WE SERVE OUR MISSION TO BUILD A NEW ECONOMY BY OFFERING FLEXIBLE LOANS AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT TO EXISTING AND STARTUP BUSINESSES AND ORGANIZATIONS, HELPING BUSINESSES, NONPROFITS, PUBLIC AGENCIES AND HOMEOWNERS FIND MUCH- NEEDED ENERGY SAVINGS, AND BY ENGAGING IN RESEARCH, COMMUNICATIONS AND ADVOCACY FOR POLICY AND NARRATIVE CHANGE. WE ALSO WORK WITH PARTNERS ON A VARIETY OF PROJECTS TO DEMONSTRATE WHAT'S POSSIBLE IN EASTERN KENTUCKY.

THE ORGANIZATION'S MISSION IS TO PROVIDE COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION AND OUTREACH BY ADMINISTERING VARIOUS SOCIAL SERVICES INCLUDING A REGIONAL FOOD DISTRIBUTION PROGRAM AND A FAMILIY SHELTER PROGRAM TO THE DISADVANTAGED AND NEEDY RESIDENTS OF SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY.

WEST VIRGINIA COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP IS AN ALLIANCE OF COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCIES THAT SUPPORTS AND STRENGTHENS OUR MEMBERS, ADVOCATES FOR LOW-INCOME AND FAMILIES AND PROMOTES PARTNERSHIPS.

CEDA IS A LOCALLY GOVERNED SUPPORT TEAM OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROFESSIONALS PROVIDING EXPERTISE AND CAPACITY BUILDING FOR RURAL ECONOMIC REGENERATION AND REVITALIZATION.

TO LESSEN THE BURDENS OF GOVERNMENT OF THE STATE OF OHIO BY PROVIDING GRANTS TO JOBSOHIO TO CARRY OUT ITS JOB CREATION AND OTHER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TAX-EXEMPT ACTIVITIES AND CARRY OUT THE FUNCTIONS OF CHAPTER 4313, OHIO REVISED CODE.

TO ASSIST IN LONG TERM ECONOMIC GROWTH AND REVITALIZATION OF RURAL COMMUNITIES AND FARM RELATED ENTERPRISES IN THE OZARK REGION OF ARKANSAS, MISSOURI, OKLAHOMA, AND LOUISIANA.

RETREAT FARM SEEKS TO FOSTER A JUST, HEALTHY, AND SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITY IN SOUTHERN VERMONT BY CONNECTING PEOPLE TO THE LAND AND EACH OTHER THROUGH OUR UNIQUE PROPERTY, PROGRAMS, AND PARTNERSHIPS.

VIRGINIA COALFIELD COALITION, INC IS A NONPROFIT CORPORATION ORGANIZED FOR THE PURPOSE OF CREATING A REGIONAL COOPERATIVE EFFORT BETWEEN THE CUMBERLAND PLATEAU PLANNING DISTRICT COMMISSION, LENOWISCO PLANNING DISTRICT COMMISSION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTAL UNITS. FUNDS WILL BE USED TO PROMOTE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN THE COALFIELD REGION OF THE STATE OF VIRGINIA

TO EMPOWER RURAL PEOPLE TO IMPACT ISSUES THAT AFFECT THEIR LIVES.

WESTERN CATSKILLS COMMUNITY REVITALIZATION COUNCIL, INC. CONCENTRATES ITS EFFORTS ON THE CREATION OF NEW HOUSING AND THE IMPROVEMENT OF EXISTING HOUSING THAT WILL BEST SERVE THE NEEDS OF THE LOW AND MODERATE INCOME RESIDENTS OF THEIR SERVICE AREA. THEY HAVE DEVELOPED AND MANAGES TWO 24-UNIT LOW/MODERATE-INCOME SENIOR HOUSING PROJECTS. THEY ALSO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO VARIOUS TOWNSHIPS, VILLAGES, AND HAMLETS WITH WATER AND SEWER PROJECTS, STORM WATER CONTROL PROJECTS. THEY ARE A HUD APPROVED COUNSELING AGENCY AND AS SUCH OFFERS FINANCIAL COUNSELING ON TOPICS SUCH AS MORTGAGES, CREDIT, DEBT CONSOLIDATION, BANKRUPTCY, BUDGETING AND MORE. THEY ALSO OFFER CLASSES IN HOME OWNERSHIP COUNSELING.

Southern Mutual Help Association, Inc.s mission is to build strong, healthy and prosperous rural communities, with a special emphasis on women, low-income families and people of color.

TO PROVIDE ADVOCACY, COUNSELING, AND REFERRAL SERVICES TO RURAL AND LOW INCOME PEOPLE, MINORITIES, FARM WORKERS AND OTHERS.

CONNECTING AND ENHANCING THE COMMUNITY THROUGH HOUSING RESTORATION, DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION, HISTORIC PRESERVATION, AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS FOR TICONDEROGA AND THE SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES OF CROWN POINT, HAGUE, PUTNAM, DRESDEN, AND WHITEHALL. PRIDES OPERATES IN WARREN, WASHINGTON, AND ESSEX COUNTIES IN NEW YORK STATE.

INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPEMENT FOR MEIGS COUNTY, OHIO

Working on social justice issues affecting low income communities. In keeping with its history, the organization supported residents in the local rural community through activities that enhance the viability and sustainability of families, farmers and over 14,000 vistors

DCEDC IS A PUBLIC/PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP DEDICATED TO IMPROVING THE ECONOMIC VITALITY OF THE COUNTY AND ITS RESIDENTS. DCEDC HAS BEEN SUCCESSFUL IN HELPING EXISTING BUSINESSES CREATE AND RETAIN THOUSANDS OF JOBS THROUGH A MYRIAD OF PROGRAMS AND INITIATIVES.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TO FOSTER NEW, PLUS RETAIN AND EXPAND EXISTING, BUSINESSES THUS ENHANCING WELL-BEING AND QUALITY OF LIFE FOR AREA RESIDENTS INCLUDING RESEARCH, GUIDANCE AND PROGRAMS FOR ECONOMIC GROWTH.

TO PREPARE, DEVELOP, AND ADMINISTER A PROGRAM FOR PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT IN ORDER TO IMPROVE ECONOMIC CONDITIONS IN THE DISTRICT WITH RESPECT TO UNEMPLOYMENT, UNDER-EMPLOYMENT, AND DISTRESSED ECONOMIC CONDITIONS.

STIMULATE PRESERVATION THROUGH RURAL REINVESTMENT

Under the oversight of its 28 county membership and 10 member Board of Directors, GPDI provides professional leadership and technical assistance in financing, loan packaging and business planning to individuals, businesses and government agencies for the purpose of stimulating economic development and job creation in our 28 county area. Our resources also include programs that assist our cities and counties with grant writing and certified administration for community improvement, housing and urgent need projects. Many of its services and grants require a charitable not-for-profit status.

TO PROVIDE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, INDUSTRIAL RECRUITMENT AND READINESS, AND JOB CREATION FOR THE NORTHEAST LOUISIANA AREA.

TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE OF ORANGE COUNTY CITIZENS THROUGH ACTIVITIES THAT STIMULATE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.

The corporation promotes economic development within kings county through participation with state and federal programs designed to finance business facilities and community development projects in rural areas.

THE FORT BENTON CIA PROMOTES ECONOMIC, CIVIL AND SOCIAL WELFARE WITHIN THE COMMUNITY AND SURROUNDING AREA. IT FURTHERS RECREATIONAL AND CULTURAL OPPORTUNITIES, HELPS PRESERVE AND RESTORE LOCAL HERITAGE AND HISTORIC TREASURES, SUPPORTS WORTHY CAUSES AFFECTING LOCAL CITIZENRY, AND WORKS WITH OTHER ORGANIZATIONS THAT SHARE THE COMMON GOAL OF MAKING FORT BENTON AND CHOUTEAU COUNTY A BETTER PLACE TO LIVE, RAISE FAMILIES, WORK, PLAY AND VISIT.

CIVIC IMPROVEMENTS

To accentuate Green River's rural pride and pioneering spirit. Epicenter provides housing and business resources and promotes the arts.

PROVIDE FACILITIES FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT

PathStone Corporation builds family and individual self-sufficiency by strengthening farmworker, rural and urban communities. PathStone Corporation promotes social justice through program and advocacy.

TO CREATE A VISION FOR OUR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT EFFORTS. TO CREATE A VISION TO THE COMMUNITY.

Assist in the increased economic activity in west central Iowa.All assets and liabilities and Net Assets have been transferred to: Region XII Council of Governments, Inc as of July 1, 2022.

TO ENCOURAGE THE COMMUNITY'S ECONOMIC SUCCESS THROUGH PROMOTION OF HIGHLAND COUNTY AS A TOURIST DESTINATION, PRESERVE & ENHANCE THE CULTURAL HERITAGE AND UNIQUE CHARACTER OF THE COMMUNITY, AND ATTRACT GROUP TOURS TO MAXIMIZE THE FINANCIAL IMPACT OF TOURISM ON THE COMMUNITY.

TO ADMINISTER ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT LOANS

ECONOMIC & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT IN HICKMAN COUNTY, TN

TO PROMOTE CHARITABLE PURPOSES BY AND THROUGH IMPROVING THE SOCIAL WELFARE OF ADAMS COUNTY BY FACILITATING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

ICAST PROVIDES ECONOMIC, ENVIRONMENTAL, AND SOCIAL BENEFITS TO COMMUNITIES IN A MANNER THAT BUILDS LOCAL CAPACITY.ICAST IS A 501(C)(3) NONPROFIT SOCIAL ENTERPRISE WITH A HISTORY OF DESIGNING AND LAUNCHING PROGRAMS TO MEANINGFULLY IMPACT COMMUNITIES AND PROVIDE SUSTAINABLE RESOURCE SOLUTIONS.

TO PLAN, IMPLEMENT OR CAUSE TO BE IMPLEMENTED, AND PROVIDED COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES TO THE POOR, ELDERLY, AND DISABLED. THE CORPORATION STRIVES TO ALLEVIATE POVERTY, IMPROVE LIVING CONDITIONS, FAMILIES AND INDIVIDUALS IN NEED WITHIN OUR SERVICE AREA. ALL ENDEAVORS ARE PURSUED WITH THE CLIENT IN MIND, NEVER FORGETTING THE VALUE OF EVERY HUMAN BEING OR THE IMPORTANCE OF OUR RESPONSIBILITY TO THE PUBLIC WHICH WE SERVE.

THE MISSION OF THE ORGANIZATION IS TO DEVELOP, IMPLEMENT AND PROMOTE SOUND ECONOMIC STRATEGIES THAT IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE OF RURAL NORTH CAROLINIANS, WITH A SPECIAL FOCUS ON INDIVIDUALS WITH LOW TO MODERATE INCOMES AND COMMUNITIES WITH LIMITED RESOURCES.