ADECA Overview Video ADECA is home to many grant opportunities and other programs all with the goal of Impacting Alabama. This video gives a summary of several of our keystone programs. Drive Electric Alabama Electric vehicles are helping Alabamians go the distance. Learn more on the Drive Electric Alabama website. Surplus Property Program Find out more about our Surplus Property Program and if your organization might be eligible to participate. Low-Income Home Energy Assistance The objectives of the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) are to help low-income families meet the costs of home energy, defined as heating and cooling of residences, and to increase their energy self-sufficiency and reduce their vulnerability resulting from energy needs. ADECA establishes new Digital Expansion Division focused on broadband in Alabama Alabama Digital Expansion Division Census 2020 data now available 2020 Census redistricting data now available in ‘easy-to-use’ format. Newsroom Gov. Ivey awards $480,000 to assist low-income residents statewide November 23, 2021 MONTGOMERY— Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded funds totaling $480,000 to assist community action agencies in Alabama with programs aimed at helping lift people out of poverty. The Community Action Agencies Association of Alabama is using funds of $450,000 to provide support to 19 Community Action Agencies across Alabama who offer programs that assist low-income residents […] Continue Reading Gov. Ivey awards COVID-19 recovery funds to Chambers County November 18, 2021 MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $400,000 grant to help Chambers County continue to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic and prevent further spread of the virus in the county. The award is part of $40 million allocated to Alabama under a special Community Development Block Grant program funded from the federal Coronavirus Aid, […] Continue Reading ADECA establishes new Digital Expansion Division focused on broadband in Alabama November 16, 2021 MONTGOMERY – The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs today established a new division dedicated to expanding access to high-speed internet throughout the state. ADECA’s Digital Expansion Division was created through the Connect Alabama Act of 2021. The legislation, sponsored by State Sen. Del Marsh and State Rep. Danny Garrett and signed into law […] Continue Reading Gov. Ivey awards grant to assist victims of violent crimes in 8 counties November 10, 2021 MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded $167,000 to assist victims of violent crimes in eight southeast Alabama counties. The Wiregrass Angel House in Dothan will use the funds to provide services to help victims of robbery and other violent crimes as well as family members of homicide victims. The program assists victims in Barbour, […] Continue Reading Kenneth W. Boswell, Director The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) is committed to positively impacting Alabama communities through the agency’s grant programs and services that aim to spur community development and economic development. Through partnerships with local governments, nonprofit groups, state and federal agencies, and other agencies, the men and women of ADECA work every day to improve the quality of life for Alabamians. I am pleased to welcome you to our website, and I invite you to explore our Department’s various program areas and divisions. ADECA programs are as diverse as the people of Alabama and impact every corner of the state. We are here to serve, so please do not hesitate to contact us. Notices Fair Housing Alabama’s Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice – March 2020 Final Version is available. 2020 Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice | Spanish ADECA/LETS Divisions Public Notice of Byrne/JAG Application for FY 21 FY 2021 Byrne JAG Program Narrative Strategic Plan Alabama Open Meetings Act Public meetings are listed on the Secretary of State's Alabama Open Meetings Act website. Report Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Click here to report any fraud, waste, or abuse regarding any ADECA programs. Newsroom | Contact | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | External Link Disclaimer | Alabama.gov | Governor | 2020 Census - Alabama Counts! Copyright © 2021 ADECA - All Rights Reserved English Español (Spanish)