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Find similar grantsEconomic Impact Initiative Grants is sponsored by United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development (Administered by Council of State Governments Justice Center for informational purposes). This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.
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Economic Impact Initiative Grants Economic Impact Initiative Grants Economic Impact Initiative Grants assist in the development of essential community facilities in rural communities with high unemployment and severe economic depression. Economic Impact Initiative Grants assist in the development of essential community facilities in rural communities with high unemployment and severe economic depression.
To construct, enlarge, or improve community facilities for health care, public safety, and public service in rural communities.
Issue Area(s): Criminal Justice, Other, Physical Health Eligibility: CBO/Other, City, County, State, Territory, Tribal Key Usage Options: Real Estate Funding Amount/Range: Varies Allocation Frequency: Annual Funding/Expending Period: Varies Funding Type: Competitive Grant How to Obtain: Application Process Funding is based on individual projects and funds up to 75 percent of a given project.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Rural communities with high unemployment and severe economic depression. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Economic Impact Initiative Grants is funded by United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development (Administered by Council of State Governments Justice Center for informational purposes). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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