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Benton County Early Childcare Feasibility Study

IFF, in collaboration with Benton’s County’s Economic Development Director Latisha Provo and the Benton County Childcare Coalition, completed a study of Benton County’s childcare needs and potential solutions. Download the Summary of Findings Presentation(PowerPoint – 19.3MB) The key findings of…

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Talk to the Team: What Engagement Means in Regional Development
Beyond the Buzzword: What Engagement Means in Regional Development

The Purdue University Office of Engagement defines engagement as, “the collaboration between institutions of higher education and their larger communities to share knowledge and resources.” But what does engagement mean through the lens of regional development? As part of our…

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Global Insights, Regional Impact

Last month, our team had the incredible opportunity to attend the Global Entrepreneurship Congress (GEC) in Indianapolis; a worldwide gathering of startup champions, ecosystem builders, policymakers, and thought leaders all working to advance entrepreneurship and innovation around the globe. From…

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The Evolution of Rural Indiana Stats (2025)

The Purdue Center for Regional Development (PCRD) continues to update its online data platform, Rural Indiana Stats (RIS). Nearly all 130+ variables that are available on the RIS site have been updated with the newest data available. The major data…

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Support PCRD on Purdue Day of Giving – April 30, 2025

Each April, Purdue University celebrates its Day of Giving—a 24-hour fundraising event where Boilermakers across the globe come together to support the programs and initiatives that help our communities thrive. This year, the Purdue Center for Regional Development (PCRD) is…

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