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Community Facilities Direct Loan & Grant Program is sponsored by USDA Rural Utilities Service. This program provides year-round funding to help rural areas develop essential facilities that support community services. Eligible projects can include constructing, purchasing, or improving facilities like healthcare centers, public safety buildings, educational services, and local food systems.
Grants are prioritized for small, low-income communities.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Public bodies, community-based nonprofits, and federally recognized tribes in rural areas with populations under 20,000. Applicants must demonstrate financial need, substantial community support, and complete an environmental review. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Applications for Community Facilities Direct Loan & Grant Program are due September 30, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Community Facilities Direct Loan & Grant Program is funded by USDA Rural Utilities Service. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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