Rural Cooperative Development Grants

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National Institute of Food and Agriculture

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Description

The purpose of the RCDG program, under assistance listing number 10.771, is to enable nonprofit institutions to establish and operate centers for rural cooperative development (Center). The primary objective of the program is to improve the economic condition of rural areas by helping nonprofit organizations that in turn provide technical assistance to start, expand, or improve cooperatives and mutually owned businesses in rural areas.

Who can apply

  • Others

Contact

NIFA Support Email grantapplicationquestions@usda.gov <br/>Business hours: Monday thru Friday, 7a.m. – 5p.m. ET, except federal holidays
grantapplicationquestions@usda.gov

Key dates & funding
  • PostedJul 7, 2026
  • ClosesJul 24, 2026
  • Award floor$200,000
  • Award ceiling$1,000,000
  • Program funding$5,000,000
  • Expected awards12
  • CFDA10.771
Categories
Agriculture

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