The Southeast Crescent Regional Commission (SCRC) received 356 Pre-applications for the FY2025 SEID Grant Program.
Invitations to submit full applications will be sent on or before June 20th, dependent on individual state timelines.
While the pre-application window has closed, this page still contains important documents, program details, and guidance to help invited applicants prepare for the full application phase. Full application materials and deadlines will be posted here as soon as they are available. Please check back soon.
The State Economic and Infrastructure Development (SEID) Grant Program supports projects that strengthen critical infrastructure, support economic growth, and develop community resilience.
Funding for roads, bridges, water systems, broadband, and other critical infrastructure needs that support economic growth.
Projects that improve healthcare access, mental health services, and community support programs in underserved areas.
Training programs, education initiatives, and skill development to prepare residents for in-demand careers.
Support for small business development, entrepreneurship, and initiatives that attract new industries to the region.
Projects that increase housing availability, affordability, and quality for residents across the region.
Initiatives that protect natural resources, promote sustainable development, and build outdoor recreation and tourism.
Full Application Due*
* Individual States may accelerate timeline for application based on state priorities.
Follow these six steps to apply for 2025 SEID Grants.
Contact your State Program Manager to ensure eligibility.
Scroll down to find your State Program Manager.
Check to ensure SAM.gov registration is up to date (or Register on SAM.gov).
Create an account on the SCRC Grant Portal.
Carefully review the entire NOFA.
Begin pre-application on Grant Portal.
Contact your State Program Manager with any questions.
Scroll down to find your State Program Manager.
Have questions about grant eligibility or how to get started? Your State Program Manager is your go-to resource. They can help you understand program requirements, explore funding opportunities, and guide you through the application process.
Click your state to find contact information and connect with someone who knows your region and is ready to support your community’s goals.
SCRC State Program Managers: Alabama
Crystal Talley
Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs
Phone: 334-353-2630
Email: [email protected]
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Cleandra Jones
Programs Supervisor Federal Initiatives & Recreation Division Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA)
Phone: 334-353-2909
Email: [email protected]
Address: 401 Adams Ave.
Montgomery, AL 36104
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Xhia Willson-Morris
Federal Initiatives Program Specialist & Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs
Phone: 334-353-4739
Email: [email protected]
SCRC State Program Manager: Georgia
Brittany Pittman
Georgia Department of Community Affairs
Phone: 706-508-7381
Email: [email protected]
SCRC State Program Manager: Mississippi
Tim Climer
Interim SCRC Regional Office
Phone: 662-609-9555
Email: [email protected]
SCRC State Program Manager: North Carolina
Olivia A. Collier
North Carolina Department of Commerce
Phone: 919-218-3623
Email: [email protected]
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David McRae
ARC and SCRC Assistant Program Manager
North Carolina Department of Commerce
Phone: 984-365-0853
Email: [email protected]
Address: 301 N. Wilmington Street
4346 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699
SCRC State Program Manager: South Carolina
Caroline Griffin
South Carolina Department of Commerce
Phone: 803-737-0472
Email: [email protected]
SCRC State Program Managers: Virginia
Matt Weaver
Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development
Phone: 804-371-7011
Email: [email protected]
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Rachel Gardner
Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development
Phone: 804-773-9098
Email Address: [email protected]
Address: 600 E Main Street
Richmond, VA 23219
Following here are answers to questions you may have about applying for a SEID grant, as well as links to several documents that you may need to complete during the pre-application and/or application process. Please reach out to your state coordinator with any additional questions.
SEID grant awards will range from $50,000 (minimum) to $1,000,000 (maximum) for construction and non-construction projects. However, a state may exceed the recommended maximum amount with justification.
SCRC’s statute has match requirements on grants as described below:
i. For projects in SCRC-designated distressed counties, the federal cost share may not exceed 80%, thus requiring a 20% grantee match.
ii. For projects in SCRC-designated transitional counties or isolated areas of distress, the federal cost share may not exceed 50%, thus requiring a 50% grantee match.
iii. For multi-county or multi-state projects, the federal cost share can be raised to 60-90% for a project or activity. To determine the match requirement for multi-jurisdictional projects, use the SCRC Match Calculator to enter relevant data. Submit the results with the grant application.
iv. SCRC funding is generally not available for projects located in SCRC-designated attainment counties unless the project is located in an isolated area of distress or part of a multi-county project.
Read the NOFA and contact your state program manager.
Your previous registration is still active. You can login with your previous credentials. If you have forgotten your password, complete the reset password steps in the portal.
SAM is the System for Award Management which is an official website of the U.S. Government. The purpose is to create a registry of all entities obtaining funding from the U.S. Government. It is used to create a UEI number, which is required in order to receive federal money.
The UEI may take up to 14 days to obtain and is required for all applications, so it is important to request the UEI early.
A Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) is a 12-character alphanumeric code assigned by the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) to businesses and other entities doing business with the U.S. federal government. It serves as a primary means of identification for these entities within federal databases and systems. The UEI is required for participating in many federal programs, including the SEID grant, and for receiving payments from the government. The UEI must be submitted during the pre-application process.
An EIN is a federal tax ID number for businesses, tax-exempt organizations, and other entities. You can get an EIN for free directly from the IRS in minutes. Any organization who pays employees or withholds taxes on income is required to have one.
90.705
All SEID Grant funds are issued on a REIMBURSEMENT basis only. This means that the grantee must first expend the funds and then submit a request for reimbursement. It typically takes up to 30 days to receive the requested reimbursement.
The grant period is up to two years. The expected start date will be September 1, 2025, which means that projects funded under the grant are expected to be completed no later than August 31, 2027. Two one-year extensions may be requested for larger projects that have made substantial progress within the grant period.
This section contains essential materials related to the SEID Grant application process. Prospective applicants should carefully review all documentation to ensure compliance with program requirements and eligibility criteria.
We encourage you to consult your State Program Manager with any questions regarding these documents or the application process.
Training resources will be posted here as they are made available.
*Important Note: All grantees must comply with the Build America, Buy America Act. Learn more →
This section is for grantees planning projects that involve construction. At SCRC, we define construction as any activity related to planning, designing, and building infrastructure—such as roads, buildings, bridges, or other structures. This can also include repairs, maintenance, or demolition work.
Grantees must review each of the sections below, as all are required for the full application process.
Southeast Crescent Regional Commission (SCRC) is a federal-state partnership authorized in the 2008 Farm Bill to promote and encourage economic development in areas of Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and all of Florida. SCRC invests in projects that support basic infrastructure, business development, natural resources, and workforce/labor development. SCRC’s mission is to help create jobs, build communities, and improve the lives of those who reside in the 428 counties of the seven-state region.
