States’ Economic Development Assistance Program (SEDAP)
As one of DRA’s main investment tools, States’ Economic Development Assistance Program (SEDAP) provides direct investments for basic public infrastructure, transportation infrastructure, business development with an emphasis on entrepreneurship, and workforce development. From FY 2021-2024, SEDAP projects facilitated these impacts:
- 7,002 jobs created or retained
- 4,802 individuals trained
- 83,253 families affected
SEDAP 2026 Funding
Total Funds Available: $16 Million
Grant Award Minimum: $50,000
Grant Award Maximum: $500,000
Funding Cycle Opens: June 1, 2026
Application Deadline: July 31, 2026
More information about the 2026 SEDAP NOFA Application can be found in the Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) and Appendix.
Applicants are encouraged to contact their Local Development District for additional information about the SEDAP NOFA as well as for assistance in developing their applications. Technical questions about the NOFA should be directed to sedap.cif@dra.gov with the subject line: SEDAP NOFA. Include the contact’s name, applicant organization, and phone number in the body of your email.
