The Greater Nashville Regional Council is designated as the region’s economic development district by the State of Tennessee and the U.S. Economic Development Administration. Through its community and economic development programs, GNRC brings together elected, community and business leaders, as well as industry professionals and citizens to build stronger and more resilient communities. ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Economic Development Strategy, Grant Administration, Community Planning Support GNRC works with local elected officials, state agencies, economic development organizations, chambers of commerce, and private sector investors to prepare for economic and community development. GNRC assists communities in project planning, grant and loan applications, and project administration for such activities as affordable housing, water and sewer service improvements and industrial development infrastructure.
Michael Mills Director 615.880.3746 mmills@gnrc.org
Economic Development Assistance GNRC coordinates with local government officials, industry recruiters, site location experts, and state agencies to develop and package together applications for financial assistance though state and federal grant programs. In addition, GNRC is available to assist local communities and private organizations with grant writing services and the administration of grant awards in pursuit investments to aid in job recruitment and retention.
Housing Grant Administration Through its partnership with the Tennessee Housing Development Agency, or THDA, GNRC provides technical assistance to communities seeking to address their affordable housing needs and administers grant programs aimed at repairing homes for low income and senior adult households across Middle Tennessee.
James Dean Housing Coordinator 615.862.8848 jdean@gnrc.org
Arts and Tourism Grant Administration GNRC partners with the TN Arts Commission to administer the Arts Builds Communities grant program across many parts of the mid-state, and with the TN Department of Tourist Development to fund marketing activities that draw visitors to Middle Tennessee. Both of these programs underscore the significance of tourism and the arts as integral parts of the regional economy and local quality of life.
Rasheedah Pardue ECD Program Administrator 615.891.5868 rpardue@gnrc.org
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