How much funding does RDFC Grant (Rural Development Finance Corporation Grant) provide?

RDFC Grant (Rural Development Finance Corporation Grant) provides $2,000 (CCEC allocation; total program offers up to $3,000 based on 2024 announcement) in funding.

When is the deadline for RDFC Grant (Rural Development Finance Corporation Grant)?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Who is eligible for RDFC Grant (Rural Development Finance Corporation Grant)?

Eligible applicants: Community-Owned Businesses - Locally owned and community-centered businesses (e.g., restaurants, grocery stores, small businesses, lodging); Community-Based Projects - Projects that benefit rural areas and lead to community betterment (e.g., youth organization projects, school projects, community development projects).

RDFC Grant (Rural Development Finance Corporation Grant)

Q: How often is RDFC Grant (Rural Development Finance Corporation Grant) offered?

RDFC Grant (Rural Development Finance Corporation Grant) runs on an annual cycle.

Cass County Electric Cooperative Inc

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Funding Amount

$2,000 (CCEC allocation; total program offers up to $3,000 based on 2024 announcement)

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Tracked since: April 2026

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Community-Owned Businesses - Locally owned and community-centered businesses (e.g., restaurants, grocery stores, small businesses, lodging)
Community-Based Projects - Projects that benefit rural areas and lead to community betterment (e.g., youth organization projects, school projects, community development projects)

Other requirements

Community Facilities - Organizations integral to community safety, well-being, and quality of life (e.g., ambulance services, fire and rescue, community centers, healthcare facilities)
Workforce Development - Organizations with training to meet current and future business/industry needs (e.g., training programs, development opportunities, continuing education programs)

Overview

RDFC Grant Program

Funder: Cass County Electric Cooperative (CCEC) in partnership with the Rural Development Finance Corporation (RDFC)

Geographic Scope: CCEC service territory in North Dakota. Communities must have 10,000 or fewer residents or be rural people through regional/statewide cooperatives.

Award Amount: CCEC awards up to $2,000 in grants for community-owned or community-based projects. (Note: A 2024 announcement referenced CCEC teaming up to offer $3,000 in grants total)

Background: The Rural Development Finance Corporation (RDFC) is a North Dakota nonprofit development organization directed by rural electric and broadband cooperatives operating in North Dakota, the North Dakota Association of Rural Electric Cooperatives (NDAREC), and the Broadband Association of North Dakota (BAND). RDFC exists to help rural places thrive through low-interest revolving loan programs and grants supporting emerging and expanding businesses, cooperative ventures, and community development projects. CCEC is a member of RDFC and allocates funds to support local nonprofit and community-based projects stemming from the cooperative principle of "concern for community."

Eligible Project Categories

Community-Owned Businesses - Locally owned and community-centered businesses (e.g., restaurants, grocery stores, small businesses, lodging)
Community Facilities - Organizations integral to community safety, well-being, and quality of life (e.g., ambulance services, fire and rescue, community centers, healthcare facilities)
Workforce Development - Organizations with training to meet current and future business/industry needs (e.g., training programs, development opportunities, continuing education programs)
Community-Based Projects - Projects that benefit rural areas and lead to community betterment (e.g., youth organization projects, school projects, community development projects)

Past Grant Recipients

Hunter Fire Department
Arthur Rural Fire Protection District
Valley City Barnes County Rescue Squad
Wimbledon Fire Protection District
North Country Trail
Sheyenne River Water Trail

Contact

CCEC:

Phone: 701-356-4400 or 800-248-3292
Address: 4100 32nd Ave. S., Fargo, ND 58104 (or 3312 42nd St. S., Suite 200, Fargo, ND 58104 for mail)

RDFC:

Website: https://www.ndarec.com/rdfc
Email: klesmeister@ndarec.com

How to Apply

Application Process

Complete the application form - Organizations interested in applying for the RDFC Grant Program can complete the application online or in paper format
Submit the application - Applications can be:
- Submitted online (link provided on CCEC website)
- Mailed to: Cass County Electric Cooperative, 3312 42nd St. S., Suite 200, Fargo, ND 58104
Contact CCEC directly with any questions regarding the application

Deadline: Applications typically due by May 31 (based on 2024 timeline, but specific annual deadlines should be confirmed with CCEC)

Required Materials: See 2026 Grant Guidelines and 2026 Grant Application documents (available on CCEC website)

Note: Specific application questions and detailed requirements are provided in the grant guidelines and application documents.

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