How much funding does Community Economic Development (CED) Planning Grant provide?

Community Economic Development (CED) Planning Grant provides $150,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Community Economic Development (CED) Planning Grant?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Community Economic Development (CED) Planning Grant

Q: How often is Community Economic Development (CED) Planning Grant offered?

Community Economic Development (CED) Planning Grant is described as a one-time opportunity.

Hispanic and Immigrant Center of Alabama

Foundation One-time Grants for Hispanic Nonprofits Community Development Grants Poverty Alleviation Grants Grants for Immigration Nonprofits

Funding Amount

$150,000

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: One-time opportunity
Tracked since: April 2026

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Overview

Funder: Office of Community Services (OCS), US Department of Health and Human Services

Grant Recipient: Hispanic Interest Coalition of Alabama (¡HICA!)

Award Date: October 27, 2023

Geographic Scope: Jefferson County, Alabama (focus area)

Program Status: Active - ¡HICA! is the only organization in Alabama with an active CED Program grant

Focus Areas:

Poverty alleviation
Job creation for low-income individuals
Community economic development in high-poverty areas
Economic development for immigrant-owned businesses

Target Population:

Jefferson County residents
Latino population
Immigrants with limited English proficiency
Individuals facing higher poverty rates compared to state's white population

Project Objectives:

Establish a centralized resource center and business incubator for immigrant-owned businesses
Create pathways to access capital
Hire a Community Development Specialist
Conduct data collection and receive technical assistance
Strengthen community outreach and partnerships
Design comprehensive business strategy to aid immigrant entrepreneurs

Expected Outcomes:

Launch of resource center and business incubator
Increased entrepreneurship in Jefferson County
Full-time job opportunities generation
Economic empowerment of immigrant business owners

Program Background:
The CED program supports Community Development Corporations (CDCs) in high-poverty areas with planning grants to conceive viable community economic development projects. It focuses on areas with high unemployment and poverty rates.