Community Development
Community Development is a local empowerment process that involves local leaders who build organizations and alliances that partner businesses with other areas in a city, town, township or local unit of government for the betterment of the community, especially to assure quality, affordable housing. It is a process that involves a comprehensive approach that factors economic and social goals, a base of operating principles, a strategic planning and analysis process, sound financial management, and an organizational format. Regional councils and metropolitan planning organizations support local leaders in their community efforts and provide a regional framework for achieving community objectives.
Federal Resources
U. S. Department of Agriculture
Rural Development
U. S. Department of Commerce
Economic Development Administration
Minority Business Development Administration
U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Community Planning and Development
Community Planning and Development
U. S. Department of the Treasury
Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) Fund
Small Bussiness Admistration
Small Business Administration