Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces Opening of 2027 Community One Stop for Growth Application Round

Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces Opening of 2027 Community One Stop for Growth Application Round 

BOSTON — Today, at the Massachusetts Municipal Association’s Annual Connect 351 Conference, Governor Maura Healey and Lieutenant Governor 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 Governor Maura 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,” said Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll. “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 submission from May 4 through June 3, with awards announced in the fall. For more information and to learn how to apply, please visit www.mass.gov/onestop. 

“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.” 

“The economic development programs within One Stop continue to provide game-changing grants and technical assistance to support cities and towns, organizations, and developers that are working to create jobs and housing across Massachusetts,” said MassDevelopment President and CEO Navjeet Bal. “MassDevelopment is pleased to administer five of these programs on behalf of the Commonwealth and looks forward to another year of high-impact investments within our communities.”

This year, the One Stop will add the Seaport Economic Council Grant Program to the application process. The program, which is administered by EOED, supports coastal communities through maritime economic development planning projects, port and terminal infrastructure improvements, and enhancements to recreational boating and coastal tourism assets that strengthen local economies. The funding also advances critical dredging design and permitting work to improve navigation, public safety, and long-term coastal resilience.  

A full list of programs offered through the One Stop is available online.