Economic Development

Information by State  Print version   Good Stories Read about successes in developing our Nation's communities   Expanding business communities   Housing redevelopment in urban areas   Improving communities How to Apply If you're interested in applying for HUD's economic development programs, watch our funds available page.

Economic development is an important part of strengthening communities by creating and retaining jobs.

	Economic development programs   How to apply
	Publications
	Community Renewal Initiative
	Address locator - Find out if you are in a renewal community, enterprise zone, or enterprise community.
	Resources - publications, statistics, reports, webcasts, and more.
	Neighborhood Networks - creating community learning centers.
	Step-Up Program - apprenticeships in America's communities.
	Jobs and contracts for residents near HUD-funded projects (Section 3) Other Federal Programs
	Rural Development programs (Department of Agriculture)
	Economic research (Department of Agriculture)
	Grants and contracts from the Department of Labor