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The Alliance is here to support businesses of all sizes and across all sectors as they navigate our county’s incentive and support programs. We can help you make your entrepreneurial dreams a reality or expand your established business into a new region. Whether you’re an independent bookstore, a startup technology company, a manufacturer, or a growing service provider- we are ready to help you.


Al Tech Loan Fund

The Al Tech Loan Fund offers economic development financing at competitive interest rates to supplement traditional bank lending.

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Arts and Culture Grant Program

Administered by the Albany County Arts and Culture Advisory Council, this program is committed to promoting diverse cultural expressions, strengthening local arts institutions, and ensuring that all residents have access to meaningful artistic experiences.

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Business Retention & Expansion Program

We created our Business Retention and Expansion Program to help our County’s existing businesses grow and stay in Albany County. Through surveying and meeting with local businesses we will understand the needs, barriers, and issues that may be holding businesses back from thriving and growing.

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The Sustainable Technology and Green Energy (STAGE) Grant Program

The Sustainable Technology and Green Energy (STAGE) Grant Program provides financial assistance to support the retention, expansion and attraction of clean energy industries in Albany County. Grants will be provided based on applicant need and project impact, including levels of investment and job creation.

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Albany County Legislature Approves Transfer of Al Tech Steele Site to Albany County Industrial Development Agency Read the Article

The Albany County Legislature has formally approved the transfer of the long-vacant Al Tech Steele site to the Albany County Industrial Development Agency (IDA), marking a major step toward revitalizing one of the region’s most strategically located industrial properties. The action positions the IDA to lead redevelopment efforts at the former Al Tech specialty steel manufacturing campus, advancing Albany County’s commitment to economic growth, job creation, and productive reuse of underutilized industrial land. Located within the Town of Colonie, the

County Leaders Announce Vision for New Bus Terminal at 106 South Pearl Street Read the Article

On Friday, February 27, 2026, Albany County officials joined community partners to unveil a transformative plan for the long-vacant property at 106 South Pearl Street, marking a major step forward in revitalizing this key gateway into the city. Albany County Executive Daniel P. McCoy announced that the county — in collaboration with the Advance Albany County Alliance — is issuing a request for proposals (RFP) for the redevelopment of the site, which formerly housed a McDonald’s and later the South