Durango Herald: Community benefits from housing, child care focus
Durango Herald highlights importance of community-first approach when addressing critical challenges, applauding our work in workforce housing and early childcare access.
Newsline: Stregthening Durango’s Economy
Learn more about the work of the La Plata Economic Development Alliance with Local News Networks’ Community Insight.
Workforce Rental Assistance Micro-loan Program Continues to Support La Plata County Renters
Since 2022, this program has provided accessible, low-cost micro-loans to help renters cover these expenses, including first and last month’s rent as well as security deposits.
Newsline: Third Round of Catalyst Fund Awarded
The third round of the Housing Catalyst Fund assists 3 housing projects in La Plata County.
Press Release: DIDF Funds RHA
The RHA has received a grant of nearly $1 million from the Durango Industrial Development Foundation to create a low-interest evolving loan fund to support local workforce housing initiatives. The Alliance will administer the fund, and is starting the application process for the Housing Catalyst Revolving Loan Program in late spring of this year.
Durango Local News Network on Catalyst Fund Round 2
Durango Local News Network Reports: The City of Durango plans to contribute $250,000 to the Housing Catalyst Fund to support housing projects in La Plata County, building on previous grants.
City’s Seed Investment Pays Off
The City of Durango has commended the La Plata Economic Development Alliance for the successful implementation of its Housing Catalyst Fund, initially seeded with a generous $250,000 contribution.
Newsline: Catalyst Fund Round 2
Recently featured in The Durango Herald, we’re proud to announce the second round of the Housing Catalyst Fund aimed at jumpstarting critical housing projects. The La Plata Economic Development Alliance is thrilled to share the latest update on our ongoing efforts to tackle housing challenges in La Plata County.
Press Release: Catalyst Fund Round 2
The Housing Catalyst Fund recently concluded its second round of funding, marking a significant step in addressing housing challenges in La Plata County. The Catalyst Fund aims to provide critical early-stage funding for feasibility studies, environmental assessments, and site preparation to facilitate workforce housing development. This round, which saw seven applications and three awarded grants, included support for preservation projects, underscoring the fund’s versatility and impact. With over $933,000 raised, the Alliance remains committed to advancing workforce housing initiatives and fostering community resilience.
Housing 101 Series
The Alliance, in partnership with Project Moxie, is offering a three-part educational webinar series on workforce housing development. Find out more about this exciting opportunity.
