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Community Assistance

Welcome to the home portal of Idaho Department of Commerce's rural and community development programs. Our goal is to help Idaho residents build prosperous and livable communities. Here you will find information about Idaho Department of Commerce rural and community grant programs and training and technical assistance opportunities.


Community Marketing

Lists of strategies and best practices have been compiled for your use as you market your community or region. We hope this information will be helpful in your efforts to reach your desired target audiences and achieve new levels of marketing success.

Community Spotlight

Idaho is a diverse state. This section tells the story of our individual communities and helps you learn what makes them unique. These pages also include relevant statistics helpful for businesses, such as housing, education and social indicators, land ownership, and natural resources. New communities are added to this section once a month. 

Northwest Community Development Institute

The Northwest Community Development Institute (NWCDI) provides in-depth training to professionals seeking to improve their abilities to help build strong communities. NWCDI offers training in leadership development, fundraising, business expansion, strategic expansion, and many more relevant topics.

Development Block Grants

 Administered by the Idaho Department of Commerce, these grants are used to assist Idaho cities and counties in developing their public infrastructure. Examples of eligible projects include improving public facilities, revising public infrastructure to support new or expanding companies, and rehabilitating or expanding senior citizen and community centers.  

Tourism Grants and Resources

Founded in 1981, the Idaho Regional Travel and Convention Grant Program help fund businesses and programs that promote Idaho’s travel and recreational opportunities. The program encourages leveraging the power of the press by hosting convention planners, travel writers, and other representatives that can help increase Idaho’s exposure. The ultimate goal of the program is to increase visitor stays at Idaho hotels, motels, and private campgrounds.  

Events

Sep
09 - 10 5th Annual Small Business Conference and Tradeshow

Need more information?

Contact the Idaho Department of Commerce's Rural and Community Development Staff to see how we can help market your Idaho Products and Services.



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Recent Community News

06.13.13 2013-2014 Grant Program Announced by Idaho Film Office

The Idaho Film Office is now accepting applications for its successful grant program designed to help Idaho media production workers develop their skills. The goal of the program is to provide training opportunities for the growing filmmaking/new media workforce in Idaho through hands-on production experience on an eligible project.
06.12.13 Idaho: Home Base for Whitewater Fun

Grab your sunscreen, swimsuit, life jacket and paddle -- whitewater action is just a splash – or entry - away! Idaho has more whitewater than any state in the lower 48. With a solid snowpack and excellent water conditions statewide, whitewater enthusiasts are packing their gear and heading out for Class II-V rafting, kayaking and SUP (Stand-up Paddleboard) adventures.

05.9.13 2013 Lifetime Achievement Award in Recreation and Tourism Presented to Donna Benfield and Rick Just

At the closing luncheon for the Idaho Conference on Recreation and Tourism, Donna Benfield and Rick Just were presented the 2013 Governor’s Lifetime Achievement Award in Recreation and Tourism by Lieutenant Governor Brad Little.