The Southeast Crescent Regional Commission (SCRC) is once again stepping up to support transformative economic development in underserved rural communities through its 2025 SEID Grant Program. With up to \$25 million in funding available across the region, SCRC invites local governments, nonprofits, and other eligible entities to attend its free, virtual **Pre-Application Technical Assistance Training** to better understand how to position their projects for success.

Two opportunities are available for the SEID Pre-Application Training:

• Gain clarity on eligibility requirements and funding priorities
• Learn tips for developing a competitive pre-application
• Ask questions and receive real-time guidance from SCRC and your state’s Program Manager
• Connect with Local Development Districts, current grantees, and other prospective applicants

If your organization is considering submitting a SEID pre-application, attending one of these sessions is a crucial first step.

• Prepare a Ready Workforce
• Support Economic Development Efforts to Attract and Retain Jobs
• Improve Healthcare Access and Quality
• Address Critical Infrastructure Needs
• Support Agricultural Innovation and Sustainability

Eligible applicants include local governments, tribal governments, nonprofits, and institutions of higher education located within the SCRC service area. The SEID grant can fund both construction and non-construction projects.

The pre-application deadline is rapidly approaching—projects must be submitted well in advance of the anticipated award deadline of September 30, 2025. Entities are encouraged to prepare now and use this technical assistance opportunity to refine their project ideas and align them with the region's strategic priorities.

Don’t miss this chance to bring meaningful investment to your community. Whether you’re a seasoned grant writer or a first-time applicant, this training will help you understand the SEID program’s potential to create lasting regional change.

For more details and to access the grant guidelines, visit https://grants.scrc.gov/ or  SCRC State Program Manager: Georgia