Welcome to the Regional Development Authority!
Who We Are
The Regional Development Authority (RDA) is the nonprofit gaming license holder and Qualified Sponsoring Organization (QSO) partnering with Rhythm City Casino Resort in Davenport, Iowa. Since 1991, RDA has strengthened the Quad Cities region by reinvesting a portion of casino gaming revenue back into the community. With more than $100 million in grants awarded, we continue to support organizations and initiatives that improve quality of life and create lasting impact.
What We Do
RDA takes a strategic, flexible approach to funding, awarding grants to qualified nonprofits, educational institutions and governmental entities serving Scott County and the Quad Cities Region.
Community Grants support work in economic development, arts and culture, education and human services.
Transformational Initiatives grants focus on the region’s most pressing challenges, including affordable housing, child care and mental health.
Instructions, eligibility requirements and deadlines are available on our Granting Opportunities page.
Celebrating 35 Years of Impact
For 35 years, RDA has invested in the people and organizations helping Scott County grow. Our Celebration Video tells that story through the voices of local organizations and the work happening in the Quad Cities Region. We invite you to watch and see the difference our local nonprofits are making.
▶ Watch Our Celebration Video (Coming Soon!)
Contact Us
Have questions or want to learn more about RDA? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at projcoord@rdauthority.org.