Long Island Regional Economic Development Council

10/10/2026

This week the New York State Council on the Arts is celebrating murals in multiple regions, made possible by the Governor's Initiative CHARM (Cultivating Havens for the Arts through Regional Murals). To celebrate the success of this program, NYSCA is holding NEW YORK STATE MURALS WEEK from Sunday, October 11 through Sunday, October 17. These murals bring together arts organizations, artists, small business owners, and other stakeholders, to transform our public spaces. Check out the murals at these Long Island locations during !

> Mural Address: 5 Hawkins Avenue, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 (The French Workshop) Artist: Jenna Morello Community Partner: Patchogue Arts Council

>Mural Address: 6 Union Avenue, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 Artist: Lula Goce Community Partner: Patchogue Arts Council

>Mural Address: 196 East Main Street, Patchogue, NY 11772 (NYU-Langone Ambulatory Surgical Center) Artist: Jonathan Horowitz Community Partner: Patchogue Arts Council

>Mural Address: 2234 Jackson Avenue, Seaford, NY 11783 (Seaford Public Library) Artist: Tess Parker Community Partner: Patchogue Arts Council

07/21/2026

The deadline to submit applications for most funding programs is quickly approaching! Please join us for our last Q and A session on Wednesday, July 22 at 10am via Zoom. Register here for the link:

https://esdnys.zoom.us/meeting/register/CD8eCyr2RLyAaBbpkeniMg #/registration

07/09/2026

DEADLINE TO APPLY FOR NY KICKS IS FRIDAY, JULY 31 AT 4PM

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND HOW TO APPLY CONTACT THE LI REGIONAL OFFICE AT 631-435-0717

https://esd.ny.gov/nykicks

06/24/2026

Intent to Apply Forms are due June 30th! Don’t miss out on a chance to pitch your project to the LIREDC!

The LIREDC is now accepting Intent to Apply Forms: https://regionalcouncils.ny.gov/form/2026-intent-to-apply-form
from applicants interested in submitting a project through the Regional Council Consolidated Funding Application (CFA) as a means of identifying high quality projects early on and offering CFA technical assistance throughout the application process.
The Intent to Apply Form is voluntary and not a required step in the CFA process. Should you submit an Intent to Apply Form please note that an official CFA application must also be submitted to be considered for funding.

Following submission, projects may be invited to present a brief “pitch” to the Regional Council at an upcoming Council meeting in July. The Council will then have the opportunity to offer support for the project by encouraging the pursuit of a CFA and offering technical assistance to help ensure a successful final application.

Intent to Apply forms are due by 4:00pm on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. If you experience difficulty in submitting the form online please call 631-435-0717 or email [email protected].

06/18/2026

Notice: There is an incorrect public event listing this event for 1pm today. Please disregard.
We look forward to seeing you at 10am workshop.

Join us for the Consolidated Funding Application (CFA) Workshop on Thursday, June 18 @ Farmingdale State College from 10am-12pm.
Meet with State Agency representatives to learn about available funding programs and the application process.
Register here: https://regionalcouncils.ny.gov/form/6-18-26-long-island-cfa-workshop

06/16/2026

Don't miss out on this one time opportunity! https://regionalcouncils.ny.gov/form/2026-intent-to-apply-form

The LIREDC is now accepting Intent to Apply Forms: https://regionalcouncils.ny.gov/form/2026-intent-to-apply-form
from applicants interested in submitting a project through the Regional Council Consolidated Funding Application (CFA) as a means of identifying high quality projects early on and offering CFA technical assistance throughout the application process.
The Intent to Apply Form is voluntary and not a required step in the CFA process. Should you submit an Intent to Apply Form please note that an official CFA application must also be submitted to be considered for funding.

Following submission, projects may be invited to present a brief “pitch” to the Regional Council at an upcoming Council meeting in July. The Council will then have the opportunity to offer support for the project by encouraging the pursuit of a CFA and offering technical assistance to help ensure a successful final application.

Intent to Apply forms are due by 4:00pm on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. If you experience difficulty in submitting the form online please call 631-435-0717 or email [email protected].

06/10/2026

The LIREDC is now accepting Intent to Apply Forms: https://regionalcouncils.ny.gov/form/2026-intent-to-apply-form
from applicants interested in submitting a project through the Regional Council Consolidated Funding Application (CFA) as a means of identifying high quality projects early on and offering CFA technical assistance throughout the application process.
The Intent to Apply Form is voluntary and not a required step in the CFA process. Should you submit an Intent to Apply Form please note that an official CFA application must also be submitted to be considered for funding.

Following submission, projects may be invited to present a brief “pitch” to the Regional Council at an upcoming Council meeting in July. The Council will then have the opportunity to offer support for the project by encouraging the pursuit of a CFA and offering technical assistance to help ensure a successful final application.

Intent to Apply forms are due by 4:00pm on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. If you experience difficulty in submitting the form online please call 631-435-0717 or email [email protected].

06/03/2026

Are you looking for opportunities to work on some of the largest NYS-affiliated development projects in Long Island?

The New York State Division of Minority and Women’s Business Development (DMWBD) is hosting a NYS Projects Pop-Up Series on Long Island on Wednesday, June 17th from 9am to 1pm at Farmingdale State College. This event is designed specifically to connect local MWBEs and other small businesses with the companies leading state-affiliated projects that are shaping the future of New York’s Long Island Region.

Whether you are already MWBE-certified or are a small business looking to grow, this is your opportunity to meet face-to-face with decision-makers and supportive resources in your area.

RSVP Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc4JGTTRGuq-dfP7pULsKH2tdilU5pNx3TTuZvi9fyQCVR6jw/viewform
Space is limited. Registration closes at 5 PM on June 15, 2026.

06/02/2026

Governor Hochul has launched the 2026 Regional Economic Development Council (REDC) Initiative.

With the Consolidated Funding Application (CFA) now open, communities, businesses, nonprofits, and local leaders can compete for funding through more than 20 state programs designed to advance regional priorities, create jobs, and strengthen local economies. Full details: https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-hochul-announces-launch-2026-regional-economic-development-council-initiative

Meet with State Agency representatives to learn about available funding from more than 20 programs and the application process at our CFA Workshop on June 18 at 10am at Farmingdale State College Campus Center Ballroom. RSVP Here: https://regionalcouncils.ny.gov/form/6-18-26-long-island-cfa-workshop

In addition, ESD will be hosting weekly virtual office hours starting on June 24, information and registration can be found here: https://regionalcouncils.ny.gov/long-island

05/27/2026

GOVERNOR HOCHUL ANNOUNCES THIRD EYE BLIND AS SPECIAL MUSICAL GUEST AT FREE NEW YORK STATE UNITED — 2026 WORLD CUP WATCH EXPERIENCE ON LONG ISLAND
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