Ralston Economic Development Corporation
Creating Economic Opportunities
Welcome To Ralston
What is the Ralston Economic Development Corporation?
Ralston Economic Development Corporation (REDC) is the community’s economic development partner, helping businesses, developers, investors, and community organizations find opportunities and navigate the process of doing business in Ralston, Nebraska.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, REDC works closely with the City of Ralston, local businesses, financial institutions, developers, property owners, and community organizations to strengthen Ralston’s economy and create opportunities for residents and businesses.
Sign designed by artist Ilaamen Pelshaw. Project supported by Ralston's Hinge Creative District.
How can REDC Help?
Whether you are looking to start a business, expand, invest, develop property, or bring a new project to Ralston, REDC can help connect you with the information and resources you need.
Economic development often means navigating multiple agencies, regulations, funding sources, and partners. REDC helps connect the pieces including:
LaDonna Johnson Fountain Downtown Ralston
Why Ralston?
Economic development is more than attracting new businesses. It is about strengthening the businesses already here, reinvesting in our neighborhoods, creating new opportunities, and building a community where people want to live, work, and invest.
​
REDC works every day to connect people, projects, and resources to help move Ralston forward.
​
Whether you are a business owner considering expansion, a developer exploring a property, an investor looking for an opportunity, or a community organization with an idea, we want to hear from you.
Quick Updates
Stormwater Improvement Project Updates - Click here
New Businesses Summer 2026
Ralston Business Needs Survey
REDC would like to hear from Ralston businesses to both inform its strategic planning session as well as to help connect businesses to resources. If you are an owner or manager of a Ralston-based business, we welcome you to complete the survey - click here.
Veteran of the Year
Mr. Richard Shively was recognized as the REDC Veteran of the Year.
More information can be found here.
REDC was awarded close to $12,500 to help the City fund the Veterans Memorial Plaza Benches, which is part of the 5-Point Intersection Redevelopment Project. We thank AARP for making this project possible!
REDC Wins Douglas County Visitor Improvement Fund Grant
REDC was awarded $15,000 to support the Ralston's Holiday Magic festivities. We thank Douglas County for this generous support!