Purdue Extension Community Development
Strategic Management ServicesIndiana, United States11-50 Employees
Purdue Extension Community Development is a strategic management and outreach program based in Lafayette, Indiana. It collaborates with administrators, faculty, and staff across Purdue University to provide research-based information that informs community and economic development initiatives throughout Indiana, and it also partners with state agencies, private and nonprofit organizations, and other higher education institutions to support applied research, educational programs, and technical assistance tailored to regional needs. Positioned within the higher education and extension landscape, the organization serves public and nonprofit sector stakeholders seeking practical guidance to bolster community viability and regional growth. The team operates from the Purdue campus and engages a network of cross-institutional partners to deliver non-formal education and applied research initiatives aimed at Indiana communities and regions.