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Rural County Grant is sponsored by Governor's Office of Economic Development (GOED). Supports economic development planning, projects, and activities in rural county governments.
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Rural County Grant - Governor's Office of Economic Development Annual Reporting Period: May 15-Aug. 1, 2026 The Rural County Grant (RCG) is designed to empower rural county governments to manage their unique economic development opportunities and to take responsibility for planning, projects, and activities that will lead to improved economies.
The grant addresses economic development needs in the following categories: Business recruitment, development, and expansion Workforce training and development Infrastructure, industrial building development, and capital facilities improvements for business development Rural counties in the state of Utah of the third*, fourth, fifth, and sixth class are eligible to apply for the Rural County Grant.
A rural county may receive grant funding up to $200,000 annually. Funds are distributed each fiscal year to rural counties that meet the qualifying requirements listed below. A rural county must form and maintain a functioning County Economic Opportunity Advisory Board (CEO Board) .
The county must have complied with annual reporting and accounted for RCG funds distributed to them for use during the previous fiscal year. Annual reporting is due no later than Aug. 1 each year.
The county must submit a formal application each fiscal year, no later than September 1, which includes a description of its anticipated economic development projects and activities, as approved by the county legislative body and based on the CEO Board’s advice and recommendations. Requirements for completing the annual report and instructions for applying for the RCG are listed in the Resources section below.
*Note: As per (63N-4-801(9)(b), Washington County, a third-class county, does not qualify for the RCG because it has a city with a population greater than 100,000. County Economic Opportunity Advisory Board Guide & Training Download Rural County Grant One Pager Rural County Grant Information and Instruction (PDF) FY 2027
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Rural county governments in Utah. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Rural County Grant is funded by Governor's Office of Economic Development (GOED). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Utah. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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South Dakota Jobs Grant & Reinvestment Payment Programs is sponsored by South Dakota Governor's Office of Economic Development (GOED). A discretionary program providing grants to help offset upfront costs for businesses expanding or relocating to South Dakota. It's for highly competitive projects with a total project cost of less than $20,000,000 or equipment upgrades with project costs less than $2,000,000.
South Dakota Jobs Grant is sponsored by South Dakota Governor's Office of Economic Development (GOED). Provides financial assistance to companies for the upfront costs of relocating, expanding operations, or upgrading equipment within the state. Eligible applicants include businesses with project costs under $20 million for new facilities and $2 million for equipment upgrades.
The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.
The Families First Community Grant Program is a competitive grant initiative from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) offering approximately $27 million in funding to support nonprofit organizations serving low-income Tennessee families. Grants fund programs across four priority areas: education, health, economic stability, and family well-being, aligned with TANF goals of promoting self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Tennessee that provide direct services to economically disadvantaged families. The 2025 application cycle closed July 10, 2025. This program reflects Tennessee's broader commitment to strengthening communities through strategic investment in local organizations that address the root causes of poverty.
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