Rural Economic & Community Development

The Rural Community and Economic Development Division of Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) is tasked with promoting and facilitating community development throughout rural Nevada. Rural Economic & Community Development Contact Us The Rural Economic and Community Development Division of the Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) is tasked with promoting and facilitating economic and community development throughout rural Nevada. The overarching objective is to build prosperity and enhance the quality of life in rural Nevada. The Division works towards this objective primarily through community development, which creates stronger, more connected communities where residents have a greater ability to shape their own future and achieve a higher quality of life. This can include: infrastructure improvements; business expansion efforts; capital improvements; beautification; programming; historic preservation; and other activities that help build healthy, economically vibrant communities. The Rural Economic and Community Development Division utilizes several programs within its purview to achieve this goal, including the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program and the Nevada Main Street Program. Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Supports rural Nevada communities by funding infrastructure and community projects that drive economic development and improve quality of life. Learn More Nevada main street Revitalizes downtown areas by focusing on historic preservation, community development, and economic vitality, supporting businesses and enhancing residents’ quality of life with adaptable, community-based initiatives. Learn More Launch Rural Nevada An annual hybrid event for rural startups and small businesses, providing mentorship and access to capital hosted by Northeastern Nevada Regional Development Authority (NNRDA). Learn More OUR COMMUNITIES “You can’t have Economic Development without Community Development” MEET OUR TEAM SHARI DAVIS Director, Rural Economic & Community Development 775-687-9918 JESSICA SANDERS Program Administrator, CDBG 775-687-9919 SARAH CLARK Program Specialist, CDBG 775-687-9920 SUZETTE MANZARES Administrative Assistant, CDBG 775-687-9900 In the News Nevada Main Street Awards Over $400,000 to Projects Across the State 01/22/26 Read more Nevada Earns Top Spots in New Analysis of Business Strength in 01/07/26 Read more GOED’s Individual Career Mapping Program Deepens Impact in Rural Nevada Through Newly Trained Program Administrators Community Chest Staff Earn National Career Readiness Certificates, Championing New Workforce Program for Rural Nevadans 11/19/25 Read more GOED Secures an Additional $38.5 Million for Nevada’s Small Businesses and Startups Nevada’s SSBCI Program has qualified for and received its Second Tranche Disbursement from the Department of the Treasury 11/11/25 Read more 2nd Annual Nevada Lithium Summit Showcases State’s Leadership in Advanced Energy and Innovation 09/18/25 Read more Governor Lombardo Announces $3 Million for Rural Infrastructure Projects in Nevada and Nye receive funding 07/02/25 Read more DIVERSIFY NEVADA PODCAST Insightful discussions and expert analysis on the driving forces behind our state’s business, workforce and community development. How We Strengthen Nevada's Rural Communities Play Empowering Nevada's Workforce Play How Nevada's Business Climate Has Evolved in the Last 10 Years Play What's Driving Our Economy Going Into 2026? Play Strategic Planning for Nevada's Future Play How the Film Industry Drives Economic Development Play Empowering Rural Voices: The Intersection of Economy and Community Play The Big Role Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs Play in Nevada Play Listen Here FOLLOW US You could also be interested in Nevada APEX Accelerator Learn more C