Economic Development Administration

U.S. Economic Development Administration
Agency overview
Formed1965
JurisdictionFederal government of the United States
HeadquartersHerbert C. Hoover Building
Washington, D.C.
Agency executive
  • Alejandra Y. Castillo, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Economic Development
Parent agencyDepartment of Commerce
Websitewww.eda.gov

The U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) is an agency in the United States Department of Commerce that provides grants and technical assistance to economically distressed communities in order to generate new employment, help retain existing jobs and stimulate industrial and commercial growth through a variety of investment programs. EDA works with boards and communities across the country on economic development strategies.[1]

  1. ^ "Investment Programs". Economic Development Administration.