The Rural Cooperative Development Department offers the Rural Cooperative Development Grant (RCDG) program with the primary goal of enhancing the economic well-being of rural communities. This grant is specifically designed to support the establishment, growth, or operational enhancement of rural cooperatives and other business entities. Funds are distributed through a competitive annual process to designated Rural Cooperative Development Centers. These centers play a crucial role by providing essential technical assistance to individuals and various organizations aiming to develop or improve their cooperative ventures, thereby fostering sustainable economic development in rural regions.
Opportunity ID: 334209
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RBCS-RCDG-2021 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Rural Cooperative Development Grant |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Business and Commerce |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 29 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.771 — Rural Cooperative Development Grants |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 16, 2021 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jul 22, 2021 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 10, 2021 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 10, 2021 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 09, 2021 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $5,800,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $200,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Rural Business-Cooperative Service |
| Description: |
The primary objective of the RCDG program is to improve the economic condition of rural areas by assisting individuals or entities in the startup, expansion or operational improvement of rural cooperatives and other business entities. Grants are awarded competitively on an annual basis to Rural Cooperative Development Centers who in turn provide technical assistance to individuals and entities. |
| Link to Additional Information: | RCDG Program Website |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Program Management Division
(202)720-1400 Email:CPGrants@wdc.usda.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Update to Opportunity No. | Jul 22, 2021 | |
| Jun 16, 2021 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RBCS-RCDG-2021 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Rural Cooperative Development Grant |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Business and Commerce |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 29 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.771 — Rural Cooperative Development Grants |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 16, 2021 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jul 22, 2021 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 10, 2021 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 10, 2021 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 09, 2021 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $5,800,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $200,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Rural Business-Cooperative Service |
| Description: |
The primary objective of the RCDG program is to improve the economic condition of rural areas by assisting individuals or entities in the startup, expansion or operational improvement of rural cooperatives and other business entities. Grants are awarded competitively on an annual basis to Rural Cooperative Development Centers who in turn provide technical assistance to individuals and entities. |
| Link to Additional Information: | RCDG Program Website |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Program Management Division
(202)720-1400 Email:CPGrants@wdc.usda.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RBCS-RDCG-2021 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Rural Cooperative Development Grant |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Business and Commerce |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 29 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.771 — Rural Cooperative Development Grants |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 16, 2021 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jun 16, 2021 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 10, 2021 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 09, 2021 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $5,800,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $200,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | – |
| Description: |
The primary objective of the RCDG program is to improve the economic condition of rural areas by assisting individuals or entities in the startup, expansion or operational improvement of rural cooperatives and other business entities. Grants are awarded competitively on an annual basis to Rural Cooperative Development Centers who in turn provide technical assistance to individuals and entities. |
| Link to Additional Information: | RCDG Program Website |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Program Management Division
(202)720-1400 Email:CPGrants@wdc.usda.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 334209 Full Announcement-Federal Register Notice -> 2021-12292.pdf
Folder 334209 Other Supporting Documents-Application Tools -> FY21_RCDG_Third-Party_CashMatch_Verification_Template.pdf
Folder 334209 Other Supporting Documents-Application Tools -> FY21_RCDG_Third-party_In-KindMatchVerification_Template.pdf
Folder 334209 Other Supporting Documents-Application Tools -> FY21_RCDG_ApplicantCash_MatchVerification_Template.pdf
Folder 334209 Other Supporting Documents-Application Tools -> FY21_RCDG_Applicant_In_Kind Match_Verification_Template.pdf
Folder 334209 Other Supporting Documents-Application Tools -> FY21_RCDG_Application_Template.pdf
Folder 334209 Other Supporting Documents-Application Tools -> FY21_RCDG_Application_Checklist.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Program Management Division (202)720-1400 Email: CPGrants@wdc.usda.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.771 | PKG00268257 | Aug 10, 2021 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
334209 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
334209 SF424A-1.0.pdf
Optional forms
334209 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
334209 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
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