Newsline: Third Round of Catalyst Fund Awarded
The third round of the Housing Catalyst Fund assists 3 housing projects in La Plata County.

The third round of the Housing Catalyst Fund assists 3 housing projects in La Plata County.
The 2024 Alliance Summit is set to be a pivotal event of inspiration and education, gathering our region’s top leaders, thinkers, and innovators for the 17th consecutive year. Attendees can look forward to a dynamic program featuring thought-provoking discussions and engaging workshops, complimented by empowering messages from keynote speakers who exemplify this year’s theme elements.
The Alliance is pleased to announce a planned leadership transition. After four impactful years with the organization, our Executive Director, Mike French, will be implementing a succession plan. Mike will be handing over the reins to our Deputy Director, Sarah Tober.
The Alliance Board is announcing the acceptance of a succession plan presented by our Executive Director, Mike French. The plan calls for Mike to transition out of the organization and be succeeded by Sarah Tober, our current Deputy Director, effective July 1, 2024.
The Alliance has applied for $55,000 in state grant funding to address the significant childcare challenges in La Plata County.
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.
We are honored to have received this recognition and accept this award on behalf of our membership and board.
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.
The Alliance has applied for $55,000 in state grant funding to address the significant childcare challenges in La Plata County.
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.