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Gary READI 2.0 Blight Elimination and Reinvestment Project

$15 million READI 2.0 investment for downtown revitalization and blight elimination in Gary.

About this program

Gary secured a $15 million READI 2.0 grant through IEDC and Lilly Endowment Inc. for downtown revitalization, Hudson Campbell building redevelopment, blight removal, and pedestrian infrastructure improvements with matching private, city, federal, and state resources.

Eligibility

City-led and partner redevelopment projects aligned with Gary's READI 2.0 downtown and blight elimination scope.

Requirements

  • Coordinate with the City of Gary and regional READI partners
  • Align with approved project scope, matching funds, jobs, investment, and quality-of-place outcomes
  • Meet IEDC, local, and grant compliance requirements