The USDA Rural Development is offering the Rural Cooperative Development Grant (RCDG) program, a key initiative aimed at significantly improving the economic condition of rural areas across the nation. This grant is specifically designed to provide crucial assistance for the startup, expansion, and operational improvement of rural cooperatives and various other essential business entities. Funding for the RCDG program is allocated through a competitive annual process, with grants awarded to designated Rural Cooperative Development Centers. These centers, in turn, leverage the received funds to deliver essential technical assistance directly to individuals and organizations. The program’s core purpose is to empower and uplift rural economies by supporting the establishment and strengthening of vital local businesses, fostering sustainable growth and community prosperity.
Opportunity ID: 339239
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RBCS-RCDG-2022 |
| 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 3 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 05, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 06, 2022 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 06, 2022 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 06, 2022 |
| Archive Date: | Jul 06, 2022 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $5,800,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $200,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Private institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than 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:Lisa.Sharp@usda.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 06, 2022 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RBCS-RCDG-2022 |
| 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 3 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 05, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 06, 2022 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 06, 2022 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 06, 2022 |
| Archive Date: | Jul 06, 2022 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $5,800,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $200,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Private institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than 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:Lisa.Sharp@usda.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 339239 Full Announcement-Federal Register Notice -> RCDG Federal Register Notice – FY 2022.pdf
Folder 339239 Other Supporting Documents-Application Tools -> FY22_RCDG_ApplicantCash_MatchVerification_Template.pdf
Folder 339239 Other Supporting Documents-Application Tools -> FY22_RCDG_Applicant_In_Kind Match_Verification_Template.pdf
Folder 339239 Other Supporting Documents-Application Tools -> FY22_RCDG_Third-Party_CashMatch_Verification_Template.pdf
Folder 339239 Other Supporting Documents-Application Tools -> FY22_RCDG_Third-party_In-KindMatchVerification_Template.pdf
Folder 339239 Other Supporting Documents-Application Tools -> FY22_RCDG_Application_Checklist.pdf
Folder 339239 Other Supporting Documents-Application Tools -> FY22_RCDG_Application_Template.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Program Management Division (202)720-1400 Email: Lisa.Sharp@usda.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.771 | PKG00273117 | Apr 06, 2022 | Jun 06, 2022 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
339239 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
339239 SF424A-1.0.pdf
339239 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
339239 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
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