Rural Cooperative Development Grant
Nonprofit corporations and higher education institutions are eligible for assistance
through the Rural Cooperative Development Grant (RCDG) program. Grant financing can be used to fund up to 75% of
the cost required to carry out identified projects.
To be eligible, projects must benefit cooperative development projects through businesses or cooperatives in rural areas.
Grants for establishing and operating centers for rural technical or cooperative development are the primary purpose
of the program.
Grant funds may be used to:
- finance applied research, feasibility, environmental, or other studies
- finance collection, interpretation, and dissemination of principles, facts, or technical knowledge
- provide training and instruction
- provide loans and grants
- provide technical assistance, research services, and advisory services
For more information on this or any program offered by Rural Development, please contact your nearest Area Office.
| Application Materials |
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| RCDG Program Regulation (4284-F) |
| RCDG Application Checklist |
| RCDG Application (Standard Form 424) |
| Environmental Form RD 1940-20 |
| EEO Form RD 400-1 |
| Assurance Form RD 400-4 |
| Debarment Form AD 1047 |
| DUNS # |
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