Building Momentum
Tilden Receives Downtown Revitalization Grant
The City of Tilden is honored to be a recipient of the Downtown Revitalization Grant, joining other communities in supporting local growth. Businesses in the target area can apply for a 75% grant through the Tilden Community Alliance and the city's LB 840 loan review committee, with assistance from FIVE RULE Rural Planning. Applications will open after required administrative tasks are completed, with projects starting no sooner than June 2025. Public notice will follow once funds are received.
Expanding Opportunities
Funding Available for Housing Development
Tilden’s revolving loan fund supports builders with affordable financing for workforce housing projects. Any builder interested in new construction or rehabilitation of single or multi-family housing are encouraged to apply for Rural Workforce Housing (RWFH) funds.
Small town. Big family.
The City of Tilden, Nebraska is a small town with a big heart. Located on the prairies of the Midwest, Tilden is a place where the sun rises and sets over the horizon, painting brilliant hues. At its core, Tilden is a place where neighbors help neighbors, where the local school is the heart of the community, and where people value the simple things in life. If you're looking for a place to call home, where the people are friendly, the air is clean, and the stars shine bright, then come and see for yourself why this small town is a treasure in the Great Plains.
Photo Credit: Jacob Lind, local Tilden H.S. student, drone pilot, and entrepreneur.
Stay Updated: Tilden City Council Monthly Meeting
Join us for our monthly City Council Meetings, open to the community. Learn about and participate in discussions on agenda items that impact our town. To contribute or address specific topics, email your agenda items to Tilden City Clerk.
Our meetings are scheduled every second Tuesday of each month, held in the Tilden City Council Chambers starting at 7:30 pm. Please note that the duration varies based on the number of agenda items. The agenda will be posted on this website before the meeting on Tuesday, and the proceedings will be available following approval after the session.
Upcoming Events
Discover Elkhorn Valley School
Nurturing Minds, Strengthening Communities, Enriching Futures.
Fueling Local Business: LB 840 USDA Grant
Introducing Business Technical and Financial Assistance
We are pleased to share updates on the Economic Development initiatives that support local business growth in the Tilden area. In November 2022, registered Tilden voters approved its Local Economic Development Program (LB 840) designed to support local businesses. This program will allocate a portion of the funds raised to provide business loans to Tilden area entrepreneurs who may not have conventional access to commercial bank financing. In addition, in the summer of 2023, the City of Tilden received exciting news from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The City was awarded $95,000 to enhance the amount of funds available for Tilden area businesses. These programs have currently made approximately $120,000 in loan funds accessible to Tilden area businesses. Monthly additions to these funds will be made through the LB 840 sales tax program.
Raymond A. Whitwer
Tilden Public Library
Embrace Community: Experience Tilden's Literary Sanctuary
Fostering Leadership
Tilden Achieves Leadership Certification for Economic Growth
CONGRATULATIONS! Tilden's dedication to advancing economic development, enhancing infrastructure, and promoting housing initiatives has helped earn our town certification in Nebraska's Leadership Certified Community (LCC) program, as endorsed by the State of Nebraska. This certification underscores Tilden's continuous commitment to stimulating progress and improving the quality of life in northeast Nebraska.
