Indiana Launches Community Impact Accelerator for Local Development

Governor Mike Braun announced the launch of the Indiana Community Impact Accelerator, a new program under the Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI) 2.0. This three-year program is designed to provide support for strategic planning, project management, and capacity building in Indiana communities. The Accelerator specifically targets communities engaged in arts and culture improvements and blight remediation projects. The program is led by the Indiana Economic Development Corporation in partnership with Intend India.

The Accelerator aims to address gaps in staff capacity, fragmented efforts, and lack of capital that limit economic and community development outcomes in Indiana. By supporting priority projects, including downtown expansions, innovation districts, and parks, the initiative seeks to drive lasting transformation in Hoosier communities.

Mike Braun is leading efforts concerning the state's economic development in Indiana, utilizing the expertise of Chuck Goodrich, the Secretary of Commerce for Indiana.