Equity Impact Investments: Igniting Partnerships for Inclusive Prosperity

Equity Impact Investments, led by New Growth Innovation Network, with support from the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA), Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC), International Economic Development Council (IEDC) and HBCU Community Development Action Coalition (CDAC) offers tailor-made training and in-depth localized partnership support to: 

  • Gain a deep understanding of cross-sector strategies to spearhead innovative projects that foster inclusive economic development.

  • Address community disconnect and elevate the representation of Community-Based Organizations in economic strategies and funding coalitions.

  • Equip yourselves to access various funding sources as a partnership team

After completion of the program, participants earn a certificate of completion and unlock specialized resources, guidance, and valuable connections for their community.

Click here to read the detailed program overview.

Applications for the 2nd Cohort of Equity Impact Investments closed on December 13th, 2023.

Important Dates

  • November 30th, 2023 at 2 PM ET: Virtual Information Session.

  • December 13th, 2023 at 11:59 PM ET: Application Deadline.

  • February 19, 2024: Organizations are notified of selection for Phase 1: Capacity Building Training.

  • Phase 1: Capacity Building Training Courses will take place early March- late April 2024.  

About Equity Impact Investments

The Economic Development Administration (EDA) recognizes the need for more resources to improve technical assistance and capacity building in underserved populations and communities’ representation in local economic development.

The EDA Networks program announced the award of a $5.5 million grant to New Growth Innovation Network (NGIN) to design and launch a new initiative, Equity Impact Investments.

Equity Impact Investments will deliver a transformative, three-year, capacity-building program to 120 organizations operating at the forefront of equitable development in the United States. Funded through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, this initiative is a part of EDA’s commitment to ensuring the consistent and systemic, fair, just, and impartial treatment of all individuals, including individuals who belong to underserved communities.

This activity was prepared by New Growth Innovation Network (NGIN) using Federal funds under award ED22HDQ3070187 from the U.S. Economic Development Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce. The statements, findings, conclusions, and recommendations are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the U.S. Economic Development Administration or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

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