Rural Business Enterprise Grant (RBEG) Program in Oregon

Oregon's RBEG program provides small grants (typically $20,000 to $30,000) to nonprofit economic development groups, public bodies and tribes for precisely targeted technical assistance, training and other activities to support the development of small, private business enterprises in rural areas. RBEG funds are allocated through two funding pools: a general pool and a Native American pool.

RBEG is not a grant for individuals or private businesses. Entrepreneurs seeking grants can find information in the following publication:  Financing Your Business in Oregon (PDF, 243 KB)
 

RBEG Program Information

• RBEG Program Overview (PDF, 93 KB)
• RBEG awards in Oregon FY 2011-12

• National USDA Rural Development RBEG Web site
• Program Regulations (PDF, 82 KB)

RBEG Fiscal Year 2013 announcements and Application Materials

• Invitation for General Funding Concept papers (791 KB)  For fiscal year 2013 general funding pool for RBEG program
• Invitation for Native American Concept papers (329 KB)  For fiscal year 2013 projects that will assist Native American business development for RBEG program
• Concept Paper (DOC, 84 KB) - Use this template to develop a succinct description of the RBEG project you have in mind.
• Forms for RBEG Applicants

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