Rural Infrastructure Grant (RIG) Program
Funding Amount
Up to $100,000 per project (80% of project cost funded; 20% local match required)
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Rural Infrastructure Grant (RIG) Program
Funder: Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (ODEQ) and Oklahoma Rural Water Association (ORWA)
Overview: Grant program to assist rural and small municipal water and wastewater systems become sustainable. The program funds 80% of eligible project costs with a required 20% match from the system (dollars or in-kind contributions).
Geographic Scope: Oklahoma
Eligibility:
Eligible Projects:
Award Criteria: Grants awarded based on merit, financial need, and the impact the project will have on system sustainability
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Contact Information:
How to Apply
Application Process
1. Verify eligibility (publicly-owned system serving 3,300 or fewer people)
2. Identify eligible project
3. Prepare application materials including:
- Project description and specifications
- Cost estimates and engineering work (if applicable)
- Financial need documentation
- Sustainability impact assessment
- 20% local match commitment (cash or in-kind)
4. Submit application to ORWA
5. Applications reviewed by RIG Grant Committee based on merit, financial need, and sustainability impact
6. Expedited process available for emergency situations
Contact: ORWA at 405-672-8925 or office@orwa.org for application details and guidance
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