ALT Important reminder about Ohio's Energy Assistance Programs What's Changing Beginning April 6, Ohio's energy assistance programs will be administered by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services, including: Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) Percentage of Income Payment Plan (PIPP) Home Weatherization Assistance Program (HWAP) Electric Partnership Program (EPP) What's NOT changing: No interruption of benefits Same eligibility requirements Same application process Same Local Providers Ohio Department of Development Department of Job & Family Services logo For program information, or to apply, visit energyhelp.ohio.gov or contact your local energy assistance provider. Image, lower right corner: a mother hugs her young son in a blanket, both are smiling.

ALT For Immediate Release: State Investing More Than $1.7 Million to Support Businesses, Enhance Communities Ohio Department of Development logo. Image, flushed right: Construction cones lined up on side of street.

ALT Ohio Historic Preservation Tax Credit Apply Now Applications and fees due by 4 p.m. Wednesday Sept. 30 Ohio Department of Development logo Two images of historic buildings on either side of the text.

ALT For Immediate Release: Department of Development Commits More than $286,000 to Support Small Business Growth. Ohio Department of Development logo. Image, flushed right: Gandolf Veterinary Surgery logo.

ALT College Technology Internship Program Student Applications Close September 25 Ohio Department of Development Logo Image, flushed right: a student looks over mentor's shoulder at laptop screen while standing next to robot apparatus.

ALT Small Business Success Story Suites, Inc. - Akron Ann Beverly has worked hard to move her business forward. She completed her business certification, and through the Akron Urban League MBAC, we supported her with her funding application and business planning. Her new location represents an important personal and professional milestone. Her journey reflects perseverance, preparation, and a commitment to investing in both her business and the Akron community. We are very proud of her progress and excited to celebrate this next chapter Candace Love, CBA Minority Business Assistance Center | Certified Business Advisor. Ohio Department of Development Minority Business Assistance Center logo. Images: 3 images of the opening ribbon cutting ceremony of Suites, Inc. In one image Ann Beverly cuts the red ribbon. In the second Ann Beverly, Candance Love, and MBDD Chief Cavanaugh pose in front of certification signage. In the third is the lobby of Suites, Inc.

ALT Demolition and Site Revitalization Program Applications Now Open Applications must be submitted by Oct. 16 at 5 p.m. Ohio Department of Development Image, flushed right: excavator at site

ALT For Immediate Release: Development Emphasizes Resources Available for Small Business Owners During National Hispanic Heritage month Ohio Department of Development logo Image, flushed right: Sign in window that says "Come In We Are Open"

ALT For Immediate Release: State investing more than $1.3 million to support communities, enhance businesses. Ohio Department of Development logo Image, flushed right: a line of construction cones on the side of the street.

ALT Demolition and Site Revitalization Program. Applications open September 15, 2026. Image: Excavator at demolition site. Ohio Department of Development logo.

ALT Residential Economic Development District (REDD) Awards $14 million to support workforce housing projects in 10 counties Image: a list of award cities/counties and a map of Ohio with counties colored denoted by: green FY 2027 awards (new awards), orange FY 2026 awards (previous round), and yellow (both rounds). Mike DeWine Governor of Ohio logo Jim Tressel Lt. Governor of Ohio logo Ohio Department of Development logo