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Community Development Pipeline Program Cohort Application (2026 - 2028)

The vision of the Community Development Pipeline program is to train community leaders on foundational community and economic development principles, positively impact and uplift the economies and quality of life of communities whose leaders participate in the program, and develop new relationships that build bridges across Arkansas communities.

CCED will identify 25 community leaders from Benton and Washington counties to participate in the Pipeline program. Leaders will be identified through an application process (and interview process if needed) using the following metrics: field of work, experience, professional goals, desire to participate in the program, geography, and demographics.

Leaders selected to participate in the program will receive a three-year scholarship to the University of Central Arkansas Community Development Institute, technical assistance support for their community (based on community needs), and networking opportunities with leaders across the state and nation.

This application is open to community leaders residing in Washington and Benton counties. Leaders interested in being a part of this program can use the application below to apply.

The submission deadline is February 13, 2026.

If you have questions, please contact Shelby Fiegel or Tabatha Duvall or by calling 501-450-5269. Learn more about the Community Development Pipeline Program HERE.
1.Name:(Required.)
2.Organization:(Required.)
3.Title:
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4.Address:
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5.Phone:
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6.Email:
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7.What city and county do you reside in?
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8.Please select your age range:(Required.)
9.Please share your gender identity:(Required.)
10.Which of these best describes your racial background? (Mark all that apply)(Required.)
11.Describe your current leadership role or your role the field of community and economic development:
(Required.)
12.Describe your professional goals and how you hope your participation in the Community Development Pipeline program will support these goals:
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13.Explain your vision for your community:
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14.What other (if any) leadership or community and economic development training have you participated in?
(Required.)
15.Is there anything else you would like to share as a part of your application?
16.Applicant Commitment: I understand that by participating in the Community Development Pipeline program I agree to fully participate in all CDI training sessions and be involved in coordinating technical assistance services for my community.
(Required.)
17.Employee Commitment: My employer supports my participation in the Community Development Pipeline program.
(Required.)