South Central Economic Development District, Inc.

South Central Economic Development District, Inc. The South Central Economic Development District exists to develop and promote a positive economic climate which supports regional growth. Ask us...We Can Help!

In addition to a large network of contacts at local, state and federal agencies, SCEDD can assist with a wide variety of projects and enterprises for communities, businesses and individuals. We are especially interested in helping projects in our region that:

Bring new businesses to rural areas
Help retain and recruit young families
Help entrepreneurs get started in business
Increase housing o

pportunities
Improve community facilities
Make existing businesses stronger
Encourage tourism in the region
If you have ideas, we want to talk. If you have problems, we want to hear from you. If you want expert advice – no matter what the topic – we can point you in the right direction. You see, we think the rural lifestyle we practice here in South Central Nebraska is nothing less than a national treasure, and one well worth saving. So when we help you to live work and play in a rural setting, you’re helping us preserve an entire way of life. Services Available to Communities:
*Community Needs Assessment Survey
*Income Survey
*Community Studies/Reports
*GIS Services
*Assistance with DED Designations
*Professional Facilitations
*Grant Writing & Administration
*Code Enforcement

Services Available to Businesses:
*Discussion of ideas
*Guidance through management issues
*Development of a business plan
*Preparation of financial projections
*Packaging of loan applications
*Connection to other resources
*Revolving loan fund for business start-up, expansion, working capital

Join us Thursday, June 18th, for our HomeNE webinar featuring Brian Depew and Andi McClintic.www.scedd.us
06/11/2026

Join us Thursday, June 18th, for our HomeNE webinar featuring Brian Depew and Andi McClintic.

www.scedd.us

06/09/2026

It’s a busy time of year! Staff are out and about today/tonight (Tuesday) with meetings and activities in Cairo, Franklin, Farwell, Blue Hill, Kenesaw, Holdrege, Orleans. Whew! How can we help your community?

Nebraska Environmental Trust - Village of Orleans Community Clean-Up in action! 47 beautiful trees planted today by Upro...
05/19/2026

Nebraska Environmental Trust - Village of Orleans Community Clean-Up in action! 47 beautiful trees planted today by Uprooted Nursery of Grand Island around the historic Orleans Preston Memorial Library park. Stay tuned for more exciting news on property clean up!! Excited to partner with the these organizations on Community Revitalization. If interested in donating to this project, contact the Village. Pollinator garden around the bandstand is coming soon…

Please join us for our May HomeNE, Thursday, May 21st featuring Quelbin Izaguirre.www.scedd.us
05/13/2026

Please join us for our May HomeNE, Thursday, May 21st featuring Quelbin Izaguirre.

www.scedd.us

Join us in Holdrege on Monday, May 18!
05/11/2026

Join us in Holdrege on Monday, May 18!

Congratulations Alma!
04/10/2026

Congratulations Alma!

Amazing "new" house coming to Stamford!
04/08/2026

Amazing "new" house coming to Stamford!

Join us for our April HomeNE webinar on Thursday, April 16th featuring Rex Adams.www.scedd.us
04/08/2026

Join us for our April HomeNE webinar on Thursday, April 16th featuring Rex Adams.

www.scedd.us

Launching the Community Needs Assessment Survey with the Of Fairfield today. It is great to see community engagement in...
04/07/2026

Launching the Community Needs Assessment Survey with the Of Fairfield today. It is great to see community engagement in action to guide their leaders in achieving future goals! Reach out if your community is interested in hosting their own custom comprehensive survey.

Join us for our March HomeNE webinar on Thursday, March 17th featuring Denise Wilkinson.www.scedd.us
03/11/2026

Join us for our March HomeNE webinar on Thursday, March 17th featuring Denise Wilkinson.

www.scedd.us

Address

401 East Avenue, 2nd Floor/PO Box 79
Holdrege, NE
68949

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

(308) 455-4770

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