Northeast Indiana RDA Update

As we approach the end of 2024, it’s worth reflecting on the whirlwind of a year it has been. It was just February of this year that we submitted the READI 2.0 investment strategy to the IEDC. In April, Northeast Indiana became a maximum award winner for that program, securing $45 million in READI 2.0 […]

Affordable, Attainable Housing is Key for Economic Growth

Dear Friends of Northeast Indiana, Our region has long understood the critical role that residential development plays in driving economic growth. But why is this so important? Simply put, affordable and accessible housing is key to attracting and retaining the skilled workforce our community needs. Please mark your calendars for Wednesday, Sept. 11 for the […]

Northeast Indiana Region Awarded $45 million in Economic Development Grants

Northeast Region, among others, awarded largest grant made by State Economic Development Organization.   Fort Wayne, IN., Apr. 11, 2024- Today, the Indiana Economic Development Corporation’s (IEDC) board of directors voted to approve an award of $45 million to the Northeast Indiana region through the IEDC’s READI 2.0 initiative. “We are deeply appreciative of the […]

An Update on READI 2.0

The NEI team, which serves as the staff of the Northeast Indiana Regional Development Authority (RDA) is preparing to submit the region’s application for $75,000,000 through the State of Indiana’s READI 2.0 initiative, led by the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC).   Timeline for Northeast Indiana’s Submission Regional Submissions due to IEDC on February 16, […]