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Ohio Development @OhioDevelopment

Our work is aimed at helping Ohio businesses, communities, and individuals thrive.

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IMPORTANT UPDATE: Starting April 6, 2026, Ohio's energy assistance programs will be administered by @OhioJFS. Your local energy assistance providers will stay the same, please reach out to them with any questions.
Important reminder about Ohio's Energy Assistance Programs What's Changing Beginning April 6, Ohio's energy assistance programs will be administered by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services, including: Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) Percentage of Income Payment Plan (PIPP) Home Weatherization Assistance Program (HWAP) Electric Partnership Program (EPP) What's NOT changing: No interruption of benefits Same eligibility requirements Same application process Same Local Providers Ohio Department of Development Department of Job & Family Services logo For program information, or to apply, visit energyhelp.ohio.gov or contact your local energy assistance provider. Image, lower right corner: a mother hugs her young son in a blanket, both are smiling.

ALT Important reminder about Ohio's Energy Assistance Programs What's Changing Beginning April 6, Ohio's energy assistance programs will be administered by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services, including: Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) Percentage of Income Payment Plan (PIPP) Home Weatherization Assistance Program (HWAP) Electric Partnership Program (EPP) What's NOT changing: No interruption of benefits Same eligibility requirements Same application process Same Local Providers Ohio Department of Development Department of Job & Family Services logo For program information, or to apply, visit energyhelp.ohio.gov or contact your local energy assistance provider. Image, lower right corner: a mother hugs her young son in a blanket, both are smiling.
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Important Reminder! Ohio's energy assistance programs are now administered by @OhioJFS, this includes the upcoming HEAP Summer Crisis Program that starts July 1. Documentation like application forms received in the mail will now be from Ohio Department of Job and Family services.
Important reminder about Ohio's energy assistance programs What's changing: Beginning April 6, Ohio's energy assistance programs will be administered by Ohio Department of Job and Family services, including: Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) Percentage of Income Payment Plan (PIPP) Home Weatherization Assistance Program (HWAP) Electric Partnership Program (EPP) What's Not Changing No interruption of ebenfits Same eligibility requirements Same application process Same local providers For program information, or to apply, visit energyhelp.ohio.gov or contact your local energy assistance provider. Ohio Department of Development and Ohio Department of Job & family Services logo.

ALT Important reminder about Ohio's energy assistance programs What's changing: Beginning April 6, Ohio's energy assistance programs will be administered by Ohio Department of Job and Family services, including: Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) Percentage of Income Payment Plan (PIPP) Home Weatherization Assistance Program (HWAP) Electric Partnership Program (EPP) What's Not Changing No interruption of ebenfits Same eligibility requirements Same application process Same local providers For program information, or to apply, visit energyhelp.ohio.gov or contact your local energy assistance provider. Ohio Department of Development and Ohio Department of Job & family Services logo.
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The inaugural Ohio River Summit brought together leaders from the economic development sector, maritime industry, and local governments to strengthen collaboration and explore new opportunities for Ohio's river economy. Read More: bit.ly/3Sk9cD8
Conference room with audience seated at round tables as a panel discussion between 4 people on stage takes place.

ALT Conference room with audience seated at round tables as a panel discussion between 4 people on stage takes place.
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We tried to cobble together one, but they were all too corny 😏Instead, we'll just say Ohio's corn growers are a-maize-ing! 🌽🤩🌽
ODA@ohioagriculture
Jun 11
🌽Anyone have any good corn jokes? We’re all ears!🌽 More than 3 million acres of Ohio farmland is covered with corn. On National Corn on the Cob Day, we applaud our corn growers, who produce more than 584 million bushels a year.
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Ohio Opportunity Zones 2.0 Nominations are now open! Interested local governments and economic development organizations can submit nomination forms now through July 10.
Opportunity Zones 2.0 Take the Survey: Local governments and economic development organizations can fill out this form to nominate a census tract for designation. Oho Department of Development logo Image: state of Ohio flags outside

ALT Opportunity Zones 2.0 Take the Survey: Local governments and economic development organizations can fill out this form to nominate a census tract for designation. Oho Department of Development logo Image: state of Ohio flags outside

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Learn more about the program and find the nomination form, at: bit.ly/4eaayrn
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Join #OhioAPEX and #OhioSBDC for our annual Summer Innovation Series, starting July 8 and continuing every Wednesday through August. Registration is free and open to all Ohio small businesses in the innovation ecosystem. Learn more and register now, at: ohioapex.ecenterdirect.com/e…
Summer Innovation Series 2026. Image, flushed right: a woman working on robotics equipment. The outline of the state of Ohio in white is imposed over the graphic and image.

ALT Summer Innovation Series 2026. Image, flushed right: a woman working on robotics equipment. The outline of the state of Ohio in white is imposed over the graphic and image.
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Development announced the release of more than $11.7 million through the Roadwork Development Grant (629) Program, 166 Direct Loan Servicing Program, and Regional 166 Direct Loan Program that will enhance communities and support business expansion. More: bit.ly/3StXztl
For Immediate Release: State Investing More Than $11.7 Million to Support Communities, Fuel Business Growth. Ohio Department of Development logo. Image, Flushed right: "Work Zone" construction sign against a fenced off area of sidewalk.

ALT For Immediate Release: State Investing More Than $11.7 Million to Support Communities, Fuel Business Growth. Ohio Department of Development logo. Image, Flushed right: "Work Zone" construction sign against a fenced off area of sidewalk.
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TourismOhio is inviting travelers to explore the state through its newest travel experience, the Ohio Golf Trail, a first-of-its-kind guide featuring 182 public golf courses across Ohio. Find out more, at bit.ly/4vxGA7T ⛳
Play Ohio's Golf Trail Explore over 180 public courses across Ohio! Ohio.org Ohio the heart of it all logo Deer Creek State Park Golf Course in Mount Sterling. Image: three men walk, talking to one another, on a golf course carrying golf bags on a clear sunny day.

ALT Play Ohio's Golf Trail Explore over 180 public courses across Ohio! Ohio.org Ohio the heart of it all logo Deer Creek State Park Golf Course in Mount Sterling. Image: three men walk, talking to one another, on a golf course carrying golf bags on a clear sunny day.
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🚨 Reminder🚨 Applications for the next round of the Residential Economic Development District program are due June 15th at 5 p.m. Eligible entities can find FY2027 Program Guidelines, other resources, and apply at: bit.ly/3SjUA6F
Residential Economic Development District Program. Apply Now. Applications for FY27 due June 15 at 5p.m. Ohio Department of Development logo. Image, background: looking up through the frame of a house from the ground towards the sky.

ALT Residential Economic Development District Program. Apply Now. Applications for FY27 due June 15 at 5p.m. Ohio Department of Development logo. Image, background: looking up through the frame of a house from the ground towards the sky.
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Ohio Development retweeted
Ohio DAS@OhioDAS
Jun 4
Celebrate history, culture, and community at the Great Council State Park Heritage Celebration, an America 250-Ohio premiere event, taking place at Great Council State Park June 6.
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The Welcome Home Ohio Program recently awarded nearly $27 million in grants to support the expansion of safe, affordable housing in communities across 57 counties. Read more on the latest award announcement, at: bit.ly/3QivXqx
Welcome Home Ohio Program - Round 5 $26.9 million for 246 homes in 57 counties. In total, nearly $86 million has been awarded to support 727 homes in 63 counties. Mike DeWine Governor of Ohio logo Jim Tressel Lt. Governor of Ohio logo Ohio Department of Development logo. Image: flushed right, a map of Ohio with counties filled in. Counties in blue were awarded in Round 5, counties in green were awarded in previous 4 rounds. Striped counties received awards in round 5 and previous rounds.

ALT Welcome Home Ohio Program - Round 5 $26.9 million for 246 homes in 57 counties. In total, nearly $86 million has been awarded to support 727 homes in 63 counties. Mike DeWine Governor of Ohio logo Jim Tressel Lt. Governor of Ohio logo Ohio Department of Development logo. Image: flushed right, a map of Ohio with counties filled in. Counties in blue were awarded in Round 5, counties in green were awarded in previous 4 rounds. Striped counties received awards in round 5 and previous rounds.
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Announced today, $5 million in funding to support workforce partnerships connecting Ohioans with in-demand careers across the state through the Industry Sector Partnership Grant Program. Read More: bit.ly/4eme9nt
For Immediate Release: Governor DeWine Announces $5 Million Investment in Workforce Partnerships Across Ohio Ohio Department of Development logo. Image, flushed right: a man in a suit shakes the hand of an unseen person seated across the table from them.

ALT For Immediate Release: Governor DeWine Announces $5 Million Investment in Workforce Partnerships Across Ohio Ohio Department of Development logo. Image, flushed right: a man in a suit shakes the hand of an unseen person seated across the table from them.
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Ohio Development retweeted
ODA@ohioagriculture
Jun 3
We’re eager about National Egg Day! Ohio farmers help produce more than a billion eggs on average every month. When you crack a few in your kitchen, make sure to thank Ohio’s poultry industry for providing us with the very best!
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Ohio Development retweeted
Habitat for Humanity, Greater Cleveland
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Jun 3
Thank you to @GovMikeDeWine and the @OhioDevelopment for supporting Greater Cleveland Habitat and 10 other Habitat affiliates with Welcome Home Ohio Funding! This was the first year Habitat’s were eligible to apply directly for this funding, and affiliates in both urban and rural communities embraced the opportunity to apply for much-needed support for homeownership opportunities. In Greater Cleveland, we look forward to receiving $1.4 million to support homes in our 400-Home Initiative. Additionally, we were proud partners in the @Lorain County Land Reutilization Corporation’s application, which will receive $902,000. Thanks as always to Governor DeWine, the Ohio State Legislature, and the Dept. of Development for their incredible partnership! clevelandhabitat.org/news-ev…
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Ohio Development retweeted
JobsOhio@JobsOhio
Jun 2
OPmobility has selected the Toledo area for a new state-of-the-art manufacturing plant that will strengthen the region’s automotive industry, creating 541 jobs, generating a projected $40M payroll, and offering an average hourly wage of $35.55.
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Development is seeking regional partners to operate Small Enterprise Cybersecurity Upgrade & Resiliency Enhancement (CyberSECURE) Centers to support Ohio’s small businesses. The deadline for submissions is June 8 at 12 p.m. For more information, visit bit.ly/43c9JcF
CyberSECURE Program Currently seeking requests for proposal Deadline for submissions is June 8, at noon.

ALT CyberSECURE Program Currently seeking requests for proposal Deadline for submissions is June 8, at noon.
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Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jim Tressel, and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik today announced the approval of eight projects that will create 1,618 new jobs and retain 1,835 jobs statewide. Read More: bit.ly/49BTx8e
Ohio Tax Credit Authority June 2026 8 Projects $1.8B Investments $133.1M New Payroll 1,618 new jobs 1,835 retained jobs Mike DeWine Governor of Ohio logo Jim Tressel Lt. Governor of Ohio logo

ALT Ohio Tax Credit Authority June 2026 8 Projects $1.8B Investments $133.1M New Payroll 1,618 new jobs 1,835 retained jobs Mike DeWine Governor of Ohio logo Jim Tressel Lt. Governor of Ohio logo
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Director Carey of the Governor's Office of Appalachia joined local leaders in Niles to celebrate the ribbon cutting of their new riverside park project, funded through the Appalachian Community Grant Program. youtu.be/lBXfRftMQuM?si=Pbbw…

Niles leaders cut ribbon on Riverside Park downtown

Niles, Ohio leaders cut ribbon on Riverside Park downtownStay inf...

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Announced today, $26.9 million in grants to expand access to safe, affordable housing in 57 counties through the Welcome Home Ohio Program. Find more information including a full list of Round 5 awards, at: bit.ly/3PKY3dS
Welcome Home Ohio Program - Round 5 $26.9 million for 246 homes in 57 counties. In total, nearly $86 million has been awarded to support 727 homes in 63 counties. Mike DeWine Governor of Ohio logo Jim Tressel Lt. Governor of Ohio logo Ohio Department of Development logo. Image: flushed right, a map of Ohio with counties filled in. Counties in blue were awarded in Round 5, counties in green were awarded in previous 4 rounds. Striped counties received awards in round 5 and previous rounds.

ALT Welcome Home Ohio Program - Round 5 $26.9 million for 246 homes in 57 counties. In total, nearly $86 million has been awarded to support 727 homes in 63 counties. Mike DeWine Governor of Ohio logo Jim Tressel Lt. Governor of Ohio logo Ohio Department of Development logo. Image: flushed right, a map of Ohio with counties filled in. Counties in blue were awarded in Round 5, counties in green were awarded in previous 4 rounds. Striped counties received awards in round 5 and previous rounds.
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Development today announced the approval of $806,041 in loans to help two small businesses expand operations, create jobs, and strengthen their communities with approval from the Minority Development Financing Advisory Board. Read More: bit.ly/3Qanzcz
For Immediate Release: Department of Development Commits More Than $800,000 to Drive Small Business Growth, Sustainability. Ohio Department of Development logo. Image, flushed right: sign in window that reads "Come In We're Open"

ALT For Immediate Release: Department of Development Commits More Than $800,000 to Drive Small Business Growth, Sustainability. Ohio Department of Development logo. Image, flushed right: sign in window that reads "Come In We're Open"

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