2027 Call for Projects

Welcome to the 2027 project year! Regional Economic Innovation (REI) funds several types of projects: Co-Learning Plans, researched and written by professionals; Innovation Fellowships, where an experienced practitioner implements a community-driven economic development strategy; and Student-Led, Faculty-Guided Technical Assistance projects, researched and written by student teams at Michigan universities and colleges. Please visit the Completed Projects page for examples of these types of work. You may also view the application page for project timelines and to apply for REI funding. Submitted projects will receive priority if they serve Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed (ALICE) populations living within Redevelopment Ready Communities (RRCs) and/or Opportunity Zones (OZs).

The topical areas for the 2027 project year will be posted soon. Stay tuned!