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Rural Community Investment Fund (RCIF) is sponsored by Idaho Department of Commerce. Designed to finance infrastructure improvements in rural Idaho communities, helping create a stable environment for business attraction, small business creation, and local economic development accelerators.
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Funding Details: Idaho Rural Community Investment Fund (RCIF) - Rural Health Information Hub Idaho Rural Community Investment Fund (RCIF) Idaho Department of Commerce Applications accepted on an ongoing basis The Idaho Rural Community Investment Fund (RCIF) offers funding for rural areas in Idaho to support economic expansion and job creation.
Eligible project activities include: Extension of streets, water, and sewer lines, and/or utilities to a site for a new business or industrial park Acquisition or construction of buildings for lease or Provision of telecommunications, power, gas, and rail upgrades necessary for business expansions Applications will be evaluated on the impact to distressed areas, the number and quality of jobs created by the project, long-term economic impact, community support, and project financing and readiness.
Cities with a population less than 25,000 or for projects that have a measurable benefit in rural Counties with a population less than 25,000 Tribes with a project site located on reservation land and within a community of less than 25,000 people Eligible applicants may sub-grant RCIF funds to an eligible, approved sub-recipient.
Typical sub-recipients include Idaho's council of governments, urban renewal districts, and economic development districts. Grant awards range from $50,000 to $500,000. Local match is required, but there is no set amount.
Links to the RCIF Handbook (application instructions) are Potential applicants are encouraged to contact the Department of Commerce using the form at the bottom of the program website prior to submitting an application. Applications are due on the third Monday in December, March, June and September. Applications received after those dates will not be presented to the Council at that quarterly meeting, but the following meeting.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Rural Idaho local governments and economic development organizations sponsoring growth initiatives. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $50,000 to $500,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Rural Community Investment Fund (RCIF) is funded by Idaho Department of Commerce. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Idaho. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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