The Alliance membership represents a public/private partnership driving economic development in our community. This partnership makes La Plata County the most vital and vibrant community to live, work, learn, and play.
Upskilling our Workforce
Learn MoreProject RUN, our workforce collaboration with Fort Lewis College, is creating micro-credentials for industry, by industry.

La Plata Early Childcare Strategy
Read the PlanLearn more about La Plata County's $20M Childcare Strategic Investment Plan to expand access, support families, and strengthen the economy.


Upcoming Alliance Events
2025 Annual Report
/in Annual Reports, News, Reports/by Louise SnodgrassMarking 25 years of advancing a vibrant economy, the La Plata Economic Development Alliance deployed $1M+ in 2025 to address housing, workforce, and business capacity in La Plata County. Read our full 2025 Annual Report to learn more.
Newsline: Growing Talent Locally
/in Featured Newslines, News/by Louise SnodgrassFLC Intern, Emaliah Sawyer, shares why internships are essential to strengthening La Plata County’s economy.
Newsline: Stregthening Durango’s Economy
/in Catalyst Fund, Childcare, Featured Newslines, Housing, News/by Louise SnodgrassLearn more about the work of the La Plata Economic Development Alliance with Local News Networks’ Community Insight.
Childcare Investment Fund launches with $50,000 local contribution
/in Childcare, News, Press Release, Reports/by Louise SnodgrassThe Early Childcare Investment Fund launches with first local contribution and will be matched with public revenue sources to create an additional 420 childcare slots over the next three years in La Plata County.
Alliance Wins Non-Profit of the Year
/in Event, News, Uncategorized/by Sarah ToberWe are honored to have received this recognition and accept this award on behalf of our membership and board.
Our High Impact Investors
Watch People. Place. Purpose: A Journey Through Words.
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