Western Nevada Development District

Regional Partnerships Growing a Stronger Nevada

About

WNDD~ a Federally Designated Economic Development District (EDD)

Our goal is to work in regional collaboration with public and private entities to create an environment within which economic development can occur.

Who We Serve

The Western Nevada Development District represents the eight counties of Churchill, Douglas, Humboldt, Lyon, Mineral, Pershing, Storey and Washoe; the municipality of Carson City; the cities of Fallon, Fernley, Lovelock, Reno, Sparks, Winnemucca, Yerington; the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe; and Associate Members located within the region.

Our Mission

Create an environment within which business and industry can be recruited, promoting a vibrant, diverse and sustainable economy.

HOW TO JOIN

Join us in Building a Stronger Nevada!

 

  • District Memberships
  • Associate Memberships
  • Event Sponsorships
2-23 Update CEds<br>

CEDS

The CEDS is a locally based, regionally driven economic development framework that analyzes economic conditions, identify key development priorities, and outlines actions to foster economic growth and community prosperity, involving collaboration between public and private sector stakeholders. It serves as a roadmap for regional economic development.

About Us

WNDD was officially designated by the US Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration as an Economic Development District (EDD) in 1984. It is one of only two within the State of Nevada.

Services

  • Regional Economic Planning (CEDS)
  • Grant Research and Education
  • Grant Application Preparation
  • Grant Management
  • Technical Assistance
  • Partnership Building
  • Regional Liaison with US EDA

Data Insights for the WNDD Region

DATA

2024 Population of entire Western Nevada Development District Region

Recognized Main Street Communities in Nevada

Workforce in Our Region

Western Nevada Development District projects aim to revitalize local economies through a combination of economic development strategies, grants, technical assistance, and community involvement.

Areas We Serve

The Western Nevada Development District represents the eight counties of Churchill, Douglas, Humboldt, Lyon, Mineral, Pershing, Storey and Washoe; the municipality of Carson City; the cities of Fallon, Fernley, Lovelock, Reno, Sparks, Winnemucca, Yerington; the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe; and Associate Members located within the region.

Become an Associate Member!

FIVE For Friday

Recent Post

Five for Friday: March 21, 2025

Five for Friday: March 21, 2025

Curated by: The Western Nevada Development District... This edition of Five for Friday focuses on opportunities for economic development around the region in the areas of business, energy, revitalization, technical training and economic development. Grant...

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Five for Friday: March 7, 2025

Five for Friday: March 7, 2025

Five for Friday: Grant Opportunities and More! Curated by: The Western Nevada Development District...This edition of Five for Friday focuses on opportunities for economic development around the region in the areas of events, flood risk, grants, veterans and...

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