The SEID grant program is committed to fostering economic growth, strengthening infrastructure, and enhancing workforce development focused on distressed and rural communities. The contents outlined within this notice aligns with the Administration’s America First agenda, by ensuring investments target the Nation’s most economically distressed regions of the United States, helping to revitalize struggling economies and improve quality of life.

Projects funded under this NOFA will support key objectives of the Administration:
Infrastructure Modernization in Distressed and Rural Communities: Investment in roads, broadband, water systems, and transportation provide essential services to rural and economically distressed areas, supporting long-term economic stability and resilience.
Workforce Development for Rural and Distressed Populations: Training programs and technical assistance initiatives equip workers in distressed and rural communities with skills for high-demand industries, fostering job creation and economic self-sufficiency.

Economic Revitalization in Distressed and Rural Areas: By investing in locally-driven projects, this program strengthens the economic foundation of communities that have faced long-term disinvestment and economic decline.