​The Rural Economic Development Initiative (REDI) program, presented by the Tougaloo College Research and Development Foundation, supports rural communities and diversifies local economies.  The REDI program is:

• A free, twelve-week business development training program
• An information resource for access to capital
• Open to Mississippi business owners and prospective business owners
• Eligible to businesses located in Adams, Claiborne, Jefferson and Wilkinson counties ​

While there is no cost for participants, online registration and completion of
​an online Business Assessment are requirements for participation.  

To register:

1. Click here to complete the online Business Assessment
2. ​Complete the registration form below

Contact cwhitlock@tcrdf.org with questions about the registration process.