USDA Seeks Applications for Rural Community Development Grants
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USDA Seeks Applications for Rural Community Development GrantsThe deadline to apply is June 25, 2018The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development is accepting applications for grants to support economic development in rural communities. The grants are being made available through USDA’s Rural Community Development Initiative (RCDI) Program in order to strengthen the rural economy. The grants are not provided directly to businesses or individuals. Instead, qualified intermediary organizations receiving RCDI grants will provide technical assistance and training to help nonprofit organizations and communities develop their capacity to undertake housing, community facility, or economic development projects. Grant amounts will range from $50,000 to $250,000. Nonprofits, low-income rural communities, and federally recognized tribes are eligible to apply. Applicants must have capacity-building experience for these types of projects, and they must provide matching funds at least equal to the RCDI grant. Grants are awarded through a competitive process. The deadline to apply is June 25, 2018. In Oregon, applications should be submitted to the USDA Rural Development State Office:
For more information, including details on how to apply, see page 18264 of the April 26, 2018, Federal Register. |
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For more information…Questions related to USDA Community Programs in Oregon may be directed to a local Community Programs Specialist. For projects outside of Oregon…Those with project proposals outside of Oregon should contact USDA Rural Development in the corresponding state. |
