State Announces Opening of 2027 Community One Stop for Growth Application Round

BOSTON — At the recent Mass. Municipal Association’s Annual Connect 351 Conference, Gov. Maura Healey and Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll announced the launch of the fiscal year 2027 application for the Community One Stop for Growth, an application portal overseen by the Executive Office of Economic Development (EOED) that provides a streamlined process for municipalities and organizations to apply for 14 state economic development grant programs.

One Stop grant programs are administered by EOED, the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities, and the quasi-public agency MassDevelopment. Programs in the One Stop offer direct funding and support to housing and economic development projects related to community activation and placemaking, planning and zoning, site preparation, building construction, and infrastructure. 

“The Community One Stop for Growth is about helping communities deliver for their residents,” said Healey. “It reflects our belief that strong local leadership, inclusive economic growth, and a high quality of life go hand in hand. By making state support easier to navigate, we’re helping cities and towns build housing, strengthen downtowns, and create opportunity for people across Massachusetts.” 

“Communities know best what they need to grow and thrive, and the One Stop helps meet them where they are,” saidDriscoll. “It gives local leaders the flexibility and support to move good ideas forward, strengthening downtowns, expanding housing, and creating economic opportunity in communities across Massachusetts.” 

Municipalities and organizations wishing to apply for funding through the One Stop may begin by participating in an Expression of Interest process beginning today. During this time, applicants may receive guidance on priority projects from EOED staff before submitting a full application. Applicants may begin working on their applications now in the application portal; EOED will accept full application submissions from May 4 through June 3, with awards announced in the fall.

“The Community One Stop for Growth is a key tool for supporting local economic development across Massachusetts,” said Economic Development Secretary Eric Paley. “By aligning state investment behind locally driven projects, the program helps communities create jobs, support housing production, leverage private investment, and move priority projects forward.” 

“Community One Stop for Growth gives local leaders the resources and tools to modernize and expand infrastructure, plan for new development, and build new housing,” said Housing and Livable Communities Secretary Ed Augustus. “The Healey-Driscoll Administration is proud to invest these critical funds into local communities and to help build stronger towns and thriving cities.”