Community Economic Development (CED) is a federal grant program funding Community Development Corporations (CDCs) that address the economic needs of low-income individuals and families through the creation of sustainable business development and employment opportunities. CED awards funds to private, non-profit organizations CDCs, including faith-based organizations and Tribal and Alaskan Native organizations. CED-funded projects create or expand businesses, create new jobs for individuals with low incomes, and leverage funding investments in communities.
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Notice
The CED program does not provide direct grants to individuals; CED does not charge a fee for receiving a grant. If you receive a message offering you a CED grant or requesting a fee, please contact the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Fraud Hotline at 1-800-447-8477.
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Contact Information
Rafael J. Elizalde, Program Manager
Office of Community Services
Phone: 202-401-5115
OCSgrants@acf.hhs.gov
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To contact the Community Economic Development Program:
Rafael J. Elizalde
Office of Community Services
Phone: 202-401-5115
OCSgrants@acf.hhs.gov
The OGM Grants Management Specialist contact for all CED grants is Mr. Marco Santo. He may be reached at Marco.Santo@acf.hhs.gov.