Rural Community Development Program

Grant Reference: GRANT-007 • USDA Rural Development

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ClosedCommunityUSDA Rural Development
55% Compatibility Match

Rural Community Development Program

Strengthening rural communities through infrastructure improvements, economic development, job creation, and essential services expansion. Priority given to communities with high poverty rates and limited access to healthcare and broadband.

Total Available Funding350,000
Application DeadlineAug 31, 2026Closed
Active Applicants215 SubmissionsCompetitive Review
Award TypeDirect Project GrantNon-dilutive funding
Eligibility Criteria
Review the mandatory eligibility standards to ensure institutional qualification.

Rural municipalities (population < 25,000)

Verified against current institutional profile parameters.

Rural non-profit organizations

Verified against current institutional profile parameters.

Tribal governments

Verified against current institutional profile parameters.

Required Deliverables & Proposal Package
All applications must include the following documentation formatted according to agency guidelines.
1
Community needs assessment
Required PDF
2
Project implementation plan
Required PDF
3
Economic impact analysis
Required PDF
4
Matching funds documentation
Required PDF
Grant Lifecycle Schedule

August 1, 2026

Solicitation & Call for Proposals Opened

Application portal opened for initial registrations.

Aug 31, 2026

Final Proposal Submission Deadline

Portal closes at 5:00 PM EST sharp. No grace period.

January 20, 2027

Peer Review Committee Evaluation

Independent panel scoring and budget feasibility evaluation.

March 1, 2027

Notice of Award & Fund Disbursement

Final contracts executed and preliminary milestone disbursements.

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Award Agency Contact

USDA Rural Development

Program Management Division

Inquiries: grants-desk@usdaruraldevelopment.gov

Phone: +1 (800) 555-0199