Tribal Economic Development Perspectives: A Primer for EDD Staff
This report introduces Tribal perspectives on economic development and explains how these approaches are shaped by sovereignty and community priorities.
September 4, 2025
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Redevelopment and Revitalization: Land Bank 101
Through the Economic Development District Community of Practice, the NADO Research Foundation hosted a presentation from Brian Larkin, Director of the National Land Bank Network at the Center for Community Progress.
August 21, 2025
Building Healthier Rural Communities: Economic Development Districts Address Social Determinants of Health
This report explores the social determinants of health and provides examples of how Economic Development Districts (EDDs) are addressing these factors in their regions.
August 21, 2025
MAPS
Through the Economic Development District Community (EDD CoP), the NADO Research Foundation has developed several mapping tools meant to boost the profile of EDDs around
August 12, 2025
Finding a Home for Workforce Housing: Northwest Georgia Regional Commission’s Innovative Approach to Infill Development
This case study explores the role of the Northwest Georgia Regional Commission (NWGRC) in creating much-needed workforce housing in the city of Dalton, Georgia.
July 31, 2025
Webinar: Housing and the CEDS
In the 5th Full Cohort Training of the NADO CEDS Peer Exchange Groups, Andrew Coker, Program Manager, at the NADO Research Foundation provided an overview of how Economic Development Districts are incorporating housing strategies into the regional Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy planning process.
July 30, 2025
Webinar: Repurposing Vacant Houses of Worship
This webinar explores how municipalities can engage religious leaders, congregations, and developers to thoughtfully reimagine these properties. Whether repurposed for affordable housing, social services, the arts, or mixed-use community hubs, houses of worship can serve as powerful anchors for revitalization when guided by strategic collaboration.
July 29, 2025
Webinar: Shared Equity Housing: Homeownership Options that Can Help Your Community Meet Its Affordable Housing Needs
This webinar features a highly engaging conversation about affordable housing cooperatives, how they work, and how they can be adapted to meet communities needs.
July 28, 2025
Wealth Creation EDD Learning Cohort
The NADO Research Foundation is pleased to announce applications are open for the 7-month EDD Wealth Creation Learning Cohort, a new pilot program offered through the Economic Development District Community of Practice (EDD CoP). Join with other EDD staff interested in integrating wealth creation into their regions.
July 24, 2025
Advocacy Toolkit – Local and Online Outreach and Engagement Opportunities
HOW TO USE THIS TOOLKIT This toolkit is for NADO members, RDOs and supporters of RDOs like you. The information provided in this toolkit prepares
July 24, 2025