Creating Life-Long Community Leaders

Study finds foundation-supported leadership programs create sustainable change in rural areas.

RDI Again Named a 100 Best Nonprofit

We are honored to have ranked in Oregon Business Magazine's "100 Best Nonprofits to Work for in Oregon."

Pasos al Éxito

Pasos al Éxito builds the entrepreneurial capacity of rural Latino community members.

Latest News

03/11/19
Help Shape the Future of Economic Vitality for Powers

You are invited to a Powers Economic Vitality Roadmap meeting on March 17.

03/08/19
Mark Your Calendar: Rural Policy Community Conversations

Join RDI and rural policy experts for Wednesday webinars this spring to learn about the rural impact of education, carbon emissions, and broadband legislation.

02/06/19
This Thursday! Join with Warrenton-Area Community Members for a Downtown Action Team Meeting

You're invited to a Warrenton Economic Vitality Roadmap meeting on February 7.

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Watch our video to discover how RDI’s programs and services strengthen rural communities by developing leaders and moving communities to action towards economic vitality. 

Our Projects

Business Retention & Expansion
Are you interested in implementing a long-term economic development strategy in your community? We are here to help. The key to business vitality is having a strong, locally-owned business base that has the capacity to endure and grow in today’s rapidly changing economy. While every rural business... Learn more
Economic Vitality Roadmaps
Are you ready to take responsibility for the economic health and future of your town? Rural Economic Vitality Roadmaps will take your community through a three-part process to create an action-oriented roadmap to economic success. We believe big things happen in small places when communities... Learn more
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