Community Facilities Grant Program

To begin the process of applying for a Community Facilities grant, complete and submit the following documents to your Local Rural Development Office.

Pre-Application Documents

SF 424, Pre-application for Federal Assistance
-Instructions for Obtaining a DUNS #
sam.gov Registration is required for all applicants applying for federal assistance.
Applicant Narrative
Balance Sheets and Income Statements or Audits for past 3 years (Forms RD 442-2 and RD 442-3 or similar format may be used)
Current Fiscal Year's Operating Budget (Form RD 442-2 or similar format may be used)
Evidence of Community Support (Not-for-Profit Organizations Only)
Organizational Documents
- Articles of Incorporation and By-laws (Not-for-Profit Organizations Only)
- Letter from Organization's Attorney (Public Bodies only)
Survey on Ensuring Equal Opportunity for Applicants (optional)
Representation Regarding Felony Conviction or Tax Delinquent Status for Corporate Applicants

Upon receipt of a complete pre-application package, your local Rural Development Office will determine applicant and project eligibility, the level of environmental information needed, and if any additional financial information is needed. You will be notified of the agency's decision within 45 days and given further instructions on needed documents. Please be advised that you are required to hold a public meeting prior to grant approval. Instructions for meeting the public information requirements are found below.

All Projects funded must follow federal free and open competition guidelines. This involves following Rural Development and state bidding requirements. Your local Rural Development Office will help you determine the specific procurement needs of your project.

At a minimum, you will also need to provide the following documents to complete an application:

Application Documents