Serving the Mid-Columbia region of Oregon and Washington, providing regional economic development and business assistance.Mid–Columbia Economic Development District

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Mid Columbia Economic Development District strives to promote the creation of family-wage jobs, the diversification of the economic base, and the growth, development and retention of business and industry in Hood River, Wasco, Sherman, Klickitat and Skamania Counties

MCEDD is organized as a government non-profit in Oregon as an ORS-190 and in Washington through RCW 39.34.010.

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      MCEDD provides loans to businesses and individuals. Our financing can help you start, grow and expand your business.
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      MCEDD offers a fund specifically to encourage the development of attainable housing in our three Oregon counties.
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    Home   ::   Industry Development   ::   Business Services

    Business Services

    Financing To Grow Your Business
    As a service to the regional business community and as a strong part of our economic development strategy for the region, MCEDD manages several business loan programs that provide an accessible, affordable source of capital for projects that create or retain jobs. These loan funds can be used to contribute to the financing needed by a business to purchase or build new facilities, purchase equipment, or provide working capital.

    Apply Now
    Contact MCEDD to discuss your business needs. Complete a loan application (standard PDF; fillable PDF) with supporting documentation. Your application will generally be reviewed within 2-6 weeks and a decision made by the Loan Board.

    Contact:
    Loan Fund Manager
    802 Chenowith Loop Road, The Dalles, OR 97058
    Phone: 541-296-2266

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    Mid-Columbia Economic Development District (MCEDD) is pleased to be hosting several Pub Talk-style events throughout the Gorge in 2022. With
    MCEDD & Regional Partners Offer Grant Writing Workshop!
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    Final 2022-2027 Regional Economic Development Strategy Released!
    Mid-Columbia Economic Development District (MCEDD) is pleased to announce the release of the final 2022-2027 Columbia Gorge Comprehensive Economic Development
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    Wasco County Transit Development Plan Proposals Are Open for Public Comment from March 28-April 8
    Public Comment will be available both Online and In-Person! Our online open house format can be accessed via a website
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    MCEDD

    802 Chenowith Loop Rd,
    The Dalles, OR 97058
    Phone: (541) 296-2266

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