EDA Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance Programs

Rolling Deadline

Dec 17

EDA Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance Programs

Economic Development Administration (EDA) | Rolling Deadline

The EDA at the U.S. Department of Commerce provides flexible funding to support the economic development needs of communities and regions. Awards may cover activities ranging from early-stage planning and technical assistance to full-scale infrastructure construction. Funding is intended to help communities create jobs, strengthen economic resiliency, and catalyze private-sector investment.

The U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) is accepting applications for its FY 2025 Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance (EAA) programs. These programs provide federal grants to support economic development and job creation—especially in economically distressed communities.

About the Funding Opportunity
This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) supports a wide range of project types, including:

Construction and infrastructure improvements
Non-construction projects
Planning and technical assistance
Revolving loan funds

The programs encourage regional, bottom-up strategies that leverage local assets and promote innovation, resiliency, and long-term growth. Communities impacted by coal and nuclear facility closures are also eligible.

Key Details

Funding Opportunity Number: PWEAA2023
Award Amounts: $100,000 – $30,000,000
Expected Number of Awards: approx. 3,000
Matching requirement: Yes
Applications accepted continuously until funds are exhausted or a new NOFO is issued
Eligible applicants include:
- Local, county, and state governments
- Tribal governments
- 501(c)(3) and other nonprofit organizations
- Institutions of higher education
- Economic development districts and consortia