Rural Microentrepreneur Assistance Program (RMAP)

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Rural Utilities Service

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Description

The purpose of RMAP is to support the development and ongoing success of rural Microentrepreneurs and Microenterprises, each as defined in 7 CFR 4280.302. The regulation can be accessed online at https://www.ecfr.gov. To accomplish this purpose, RMAP provides direct loans and grants to Microenterprise DevelopmentOrganizations (MDO). Grant funds are used by the MDO to provide technical assistance and entrepreneurship training to rural individuals and businesses.

Who can apply

  • Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
  • Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
  • Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized)
  • Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
  • Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
  • Private institutions of higher education

Contact

Shamika Johnson
shamika.johnson@ usda.gov

Key dates & funding
  • PostedAug 10, 2021
  • ClosesJun 30, 2022
  • Award floor$0
  • Award ceiling$100,000
  • Program funding$5,000,000
  • Expected awards15
  • CFDA10.870
Categories
Agriculture Business and Commerce Community Development Employment, Labor and Training Energy Environment Food and Nutrition Opportunity Zone Benefits Regional Development

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