Southeast Crescent Regional Commission – Economic and Infrastructure Development Grants

The mission of the Commission is to help build sustainable communities and promote economic growth across the Southeast Crescent region, which encompasses some of the highest poverty rates in the United States. The federal-state partnership is comprised of the Federal Co-Chair and the seven Governors of the participating States. From participating states, one Governor is elected as the States’ Co-Chair. The State Alternates’ offices are the coordinators for the Governors for SCRC investments. All activities funded by the SCRC must advance the Commission’s Five-Year Strategic Plan. Responsibility for the development of plans and programs authorized under the enabling statute is vested in the Commission. Also established by the Commission are general policies and procedures and the allocation of funds among the programs and states.

SCRC activities and projects must align with one or more of the six strategic goals identified in the SCRC five-year strategic plan: (1) Invest in Critical Infrastructure; (2) Improve Health and Support Services Access and Outcomes; (3) Strengthen Workforce Capacity; (4) Foster Entrepreneurial and Business Development Activities; (5) Expand Affordable Housing Stock and Access; and (6) Promote Environmental, Conservation, Preservation, and Access. Additional information regarding these goals and associated objectives can be found at scrc.gov.

1.) State governments of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia
2.) Local governments (village, town, city and county)
3.) Other political subdivisions of States (regional planning commissions, authorities of the state)
4.) Indian Tribes; § 200.1 Federally recognized Indian Tribe - Indian tribe means any Indian tribe, band, nation, or other organized group or community, including any Alaska Native village or regional or village corporation as defined in or established pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (43 U.S.C. Chapter 33), which is recognized as eligible for the special programs and services provided by the United States to Indians because of their status as Indians (25 U.S.C. 450b(e)). See annually published Bureau of Indian Affairs list of Indian Entities Recognized and Eligible to Receive Services
5.) Non-profit entities. The term ‘nonprofit entity’ means any organization described in section 501(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and exempt from taxation under 501(a) of that Code. The non-profit entity must be able to demonstrate they have federal grant experience, federally acceptable accounting practices and principles, and organizational capacity related to economic development.

Funds awarded under this listing must benefit individuals and communities located in the SCRC region of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. A complete listing of the regional footprint can be found in the listing and scrc.gov.

Applicants are encouraged to work closely with the State Program Managers, Local Development Districts (LDDs), other organizations and agencies involved in their project for planning and to meet all deadlines. LDDs help SCRC with outreach activities, application development and administering SEID Grant Program funds on behalf of grant recipients. LDDs are knowledgeable about federal and state programs that can fund economic and community development projects. SCRC leverages LDDs to ensure Commission resources are deployed effectively and efficiently, while maintaining the integrity of the SEID Grant Program through quarterly reporting. The Commission will maintain regular communication with LDDs to monitor project performance and settle compliance issues. Qualified administrative work may be reimbursed through a process based on the formula of 4% of the total SCRC grant award. Grant administration costs are eligible under the SEID Grant Program for an amount not to exceed the formula. Applicants are required to submit a pre-application and contact the SCRC State Program Managers of the states directly impacted by the project proposal. State Program Managers will ensure that the project proposal is aligned with SCRC Strategic Goals and State Plan. Applicants with additional questions may submit them to grants@scrc.gov. (A list of LDDs and State Program Managers can be found at scrc.gov.)

The award procedure and application process for each SCRC program may vary year to year due to timing of appropriations and other legislative circumstances. Application guidelines and other program materials will be posted on scrc.gov.