Click the image above to download a PDF version of the ADECA 2025 Annual Report or continue reading the online version below: Where Opportunity Meets Community As one year ends and a new one begins, I must again say I am indebted to Gov. Kay Ivey for the confidence she has shown in the […]
Alabama Digital Expansion Division The rapid expansion of high-speed internet access to all parts of the state showed no signs of slowing in 2025, and that momentum is carrying over into 2026. ADECA’s Alabama Digital Expansion Division continues to be at the forefront of the state’s broadband progress. The Alabama Legislature created the Alabama Digital […]
Community and Economic Development Division The Community and Economic Development Division is home to several diverse ADECA programs that assist communities across Alabama to complete vital projects that improve the quality of life. These programs include the Community Development Block Grant program, which is one of the more popular and well-known grant programs in Alabama. […]
ADECA programs have significantly impacted communities and individuals all across Alabama. Our communities are special and unique places, and ADECA is pleased to support so many projects that improve the quality of life and help to attract economic prosperity in our communities. It is that community connectivity that makes Alabama a special place to live […]
The numerous programs managed by ADECA have a significant impact on Alabama’s communities and residents in many ways. The achievements made in 2023 certainly continued to uphold and advance ADECA’s Legacy of Progress here in Alabama. The Communications and External Affairs team presents this annual report to give a snapshot of the many ways that […]
Each year, ADECA publishes a report highlighting how our programs benefit the lives of Alabama residents all across the state. The 2022 ADECA Annual Report is now available on our website. With seven main divisions administering a wide array of programs, ADECA continues #ImpactingAlabama in a variety of ways, including supporting broadband expansion, upgrading infrastructure, […]
2020 was certainly a challenging year for everyone. The COVID-19 pandemic change much of our routines and interactions. Yet, while the pandemic changed lives, ADECA – after a short period of adjustment – never skipped a beat. Our grant programs continued on schedule and many new and many new programs created as a result of […]
As part of its continuing mission of positively Impacting Alabama and its communities through grant programs and other support, the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs unveiled a new agency website today. The website, www.adeca.alabama.gov, represents a major redesign and improvement in functionality for visitors. While the detailed information on the agency’s many programs […]
Overview The Communications and External Affairs (CEA) section serves as the public information and public relations arm of ADECA. It is the principal contact for the news media, and the division prepares and distributes news releases about grants and other ADECA activities. The section coordinates printing and publications for the department and provides graphic arts […]
