Rural Community Grant Program
Economic Development Rural Grants
Funding Amount
Up to $15,000
Deadline
March 11, 2027
189 days left
Grant Type
state
Overview
The Rural Community Grant Program provides matching funds for community development projects in incorporated towns with populations under 3,000 and unincorporated rural areas. Requires 50/50 match (cash, in-kind labor, or in-kind materials). Eligible projects include sports facilities, community centers, walking tracks, park equipment, pavilions, library improvements, and fire department equipment/facilities.
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