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Rural Development Community Facilities Direct Loan and Grant Program is sponsored by USDA Rural Development. This program provides funding to rural communities for essential community facilities, which can include public safety services and equipment.
If located in a rural area and qualifying by population size and poverty level, funding for street improvements and public safety equipment (which could encompass speed enforcement technology) may be available.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Rural communities meeting specific population and/or population density criteria. Eligible applicants include municipalities, counties, and special-purpose districts. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Rural Development Community Facilities Direct Loan and Grant Program is funded by USDA Rural Development. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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