NIRPC is the regional council of local governments serving the citizens of Lake, Porter, and LaPorte counties in Northwest Indiana.
Portage, Indiana
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The Lighter, Quicker, Cheaper Challenge is a challenge grant program from Patronicity to make improvements to communities.
Join the Challenge for your chance to win up to an additional $5,000 grant. Apps due December 4th. See details here: ow.ly/mGaX5102OIg
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NIRPC is abundantly proud of the recent awardees of the Legacy Foundation's "Love Where You Live" initiative to transform Lake County communities!
To learn more about each project, please visit: ow.ly/ZcN75102wEs
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NIRPC announces its biennial Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) and invites project applications for federal surface transportation funds. Applications will be accepted from October 9, 2026, through November 5, 2026.
To apply, please visit: ow.ly/MpL750ZX1Ey
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The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's Small Business B(AI)sics initiative is offering a free AI training for small business owners with support from Google.
To find a training near you, visit: ow.ly/qaaF50ZTmFL
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LAST CHANCE - WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! NIRPC is in the process of soliciting public feedback on the NWI 2050+ Update planning document. Please help us create a better tomorrow by taking a survey by scanning the code or clicking here: ow.ly/4mOT50ZqS7Z
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NIRPC is developing a Regional Safety Action Plan. The plan will examine safety for people driving, walking, bicycling, using public transportation, riding as passengers, and traveling with mobility devices.
Please take survey here: ow.ly/9wry5100cK4
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This free webinar will focus on how new technology and data tools are helping transportation agencies better understand how people walk, roll, cross streets, and experience the transportation system. To register, please visit: ow.ly/YlBt50ZZO2g
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NIRPC announces its biennial Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) and invites project applications for federal surface transportation funds. Applications will be accepted from October 9, 2026, through November 5, 2026.
To apply, please visit: ow.ly/MpL750ZX1Ey
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The R4R Mitigation Grant Program, a new initiative that rewards small businesses for investing in disaster risk reduction. The application window is from September 29 through November 15, 2026. This is preparedness you can act on today. Visit ow.ly/ZlPP50ZTmBM
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NIRPC announces its biennial Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) and invites project applications for federal surface transportation funds. Applications will be accepted from October 9, 2026, through November 5, 2026.
To apply, please visit: ow.ly/6bvS50ZX1Eu
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On October 14th, the American Discovery 250 Relay enters our great region!
For a map of the day's route, please click here: discoverytrail250.org/RelayD…
To join the relay for free, you can register here: secure.qgiv.com/for/american…
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Rural Indiana communities interested in joining the 2027 Rural Placemaking Studio can learn about the program and application process through a series of upcoming virtual events. Applications open Oct. 9, 2026, and close Nov. 20, 2026.
Explore here: ow.ly/krMW50ZTmIj
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The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's Small Business B(AI)sics initiative is offering a free AI training for small business owners with support from Google.
To find a training near you, visit: ow.ly/qaaF50ZTmFL
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The R4R Mitigation Grant Program, a new initiative that rewards small businesses for investing in disaster risk reduction. The application window is from September 29 through November 15, 2026. This is preparedness you can act on today. Visit ow.ly/ZlPP50ZTmBM
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IDHS and FEMA will be offering a One-Stop Shop for Storm Assistance at United Steelworkers Local 1014 beginning on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. This location will bring together resources and organizations that can help residents navigate recovery and get the support they need.
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On October 14th, the American Discovery 250 Relay enters our great region!
For a map of the day's route, please click here: discoverytrail250.org/RelayD…
To join the relay for free, you can register here: secure.qgiv.com/for/american…
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Community Crossing Matching Grant (CCMG) - INDOT call for projects is now open and will close on September 30, 2026, at 5 pm ET. You can find complete program information on INDOT’s Local Public Agency Programs website. loom.ly/nl84mCc
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WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! NIRPC is in the process of soliciting public feedback on the NWI 2050+ Update planning document. Please help us create a better tomorrow by taking a survey by scanning the code or clicking here: ow.ly/4mOT50ZqS7Z
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