Rural Innovation Stronger Economies (RISE)

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Rural Business-Cooperative Service

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Description

The Rural Business-Cooperative Service (RBCS, Agency), a Rural Development (RD) agency of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), invites applications under the Rural Innovation Stronger Economy (RISE) program for fiscal year (FY) 2023, subject to the availability of funding. The Agency has $2,000,000 available for the RISE Program for FY 2023. Selected applicants will use Agency grant funds to provide financial assistance in support of innovation centers and job accelerator programs that improve the ability of distressed rural communities to create high wage jobs, accelerate the formation of new businesses, and help rural communities identify and maximize local assets.

Who can apply

  • State governments
  • Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
  • Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
  • Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
  • Others

Contact

Rachel Reister
rachel.reister@usda.gov

Key dates & funding
  • PostedJan 27, 2023
  • ClosesApr 20, 2023
  • Award floor$500,000
  • Award ceiling$2,000,000
  • Program funding$2,000,000
  • Expected awards4
  • CFDA10.755
Categories
Agriculture Business and Commerce Regional Development

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