Regional Economic Development Council (REDC) Consolidated Funding Application (CFA)

A state-wide funding competition that awards economic development resources through a single consolidated application process.

Geographic Scope: All 10 REDC Regions in New York State; Southern Tier region referenced specifically

Funding Available: More than $800 million in state resources available through participating state agencies

Eligible Applicants:

• Local economic development officials
• Municipalities
• Non-profits
• Businesses
• Members of the public

Key Features:

• Access up to $800 million in economic development funding from agency programs through one application
• Informational breakout sessions on specific areas of funding
• Training workshops provided for applicants

Contact Information:

• TCAD (Tompkins County Area Development): 607-273-0005 or info@tcad.org
• TCAD can provide assistance in determining project eligibility and application guidance
• Southern Tier REDC Website for more information
• 2017 CFA Resource Manual available for review

Application Process

Overview of CFA Process:

• Complete one consolidated application to access multiple funding programs
• Includes informational breakout sessions on specific funding areas

Training Workshops Available:
Workshop locations and dates (historical, from 2017):

• Workshop 1: May 11, 2017, 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM, Morrisville State College Norwich Campus, Community Room 132A, 20 Conkey Avenue, Norwich, NY 13815-1752
• Workshop 2: June 12, 2017, 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM, Holiday Inn Elmira Riverview, 760 East Water Street, Elmira, NY 14901

Resources:

• Review the 2017 CFA Resource Manual
• Contact Southern Tier REDC for current workshop information
• TCAD staff can provide application guidance and eligibility determination