Pillar Three: Inclusive

Pillar Three: Inclusive

ACT will align business, government, education, and nonprofit partners to ensure equitable access to economic, workforce, and educational opportunities for all people and communities in Allen County.

  • Close the disparity gap by providing financing to underserved individuals and small businesses via expanded local community development financial institution (CDFI) capacity. Deploy $10 million in funding by 2026 and $25 million in funding by the end of 2031.
  • Build catalytic development projects in southeast Fort Wayne that attract $100 million in capital investment by the end of 2026 and $250 million by the end of 2031.
  • Attract and grow 2,500 net new jobs in southeast Fort Wayne by the end of 2031.

Strategic Initiatives

  • 3.1 – Ensure equitable access to economic opportunities by targeting investments in real estate development and small business support.
  • 3.2 – Make Fort Wayne Allen County a desirable place to live for diverse talent.
  • 3.3 – Expand the size and strength of higher education institutions and align workforce development and education efforts with economic opportunities.
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