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MDARD Awards $1. 8 Million of Grant Funding for Rural Infrastructure and Industry MDARD Awards $1. 8 Million of Grant Funding for Rural Infrastructure and Industry Michigan Dept of Agriculture & Rural Development sent this bulletin at 04/17/2025 01:25 PM EDT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 17, 2025 Media contact: Lynsey Mukomel , 517-290-1734 Program contact: Tracey Barnes , 517-388-4540 MDARD Awards $1.
8 Million of Grant Funding for Rural Infrastructure and Industry Grants will fund renewable energy, food safety and access to safe drinking water LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) today awarded 21 Rural Development Fund Grants promote the sustainability of land-based industries and support infrastructure that benefits rural communities.
"MDARD is committed to supporting the food, agriculture and forest products industries vital to Michigan’s economy," said MDARD Director Tim Boring . "Through programs like the Rural Development Fund, MDARD can support projects that strengthen infrastructure, promote sustainable land-based industries and deliver new jobs to rural communities." Today’s Rural Development Fund Grants provide more than $1.
8 million to 21 projects: K. I. Sawyer Water Wastewater Department (Gwinn) - $100,000 to ensure the continued safe operation of the aeration building at the K.
I. Sawyer Wastewater Treatment Plant, which was built in 1984. Ely Township (Ishpeming) - $100,000 to address drinking water quality issues, build a new wellhouse and implement a new water treatment system.
Northern Michigan University (Marquette) - $100,000 to install a rooftop solar project at the university’s WellBeing Center that will provide reliable renewable energy and reduce utility costs for the campus. City of Negaunee (Negaunee) - $100,000 to replace the sewer main on Hungerford Ave and W Prince Street and to address inflow, infiltration and failing sewer by replacing 523 feet of sewer line.
Superior Hills Association of Parents and Educators (Marquette) - $100,000 to renovate the Superior Hills playground in alignment with the " You Can in Michigan " campaign, which seeks to position the state as a premier destination for families and professionals.
TCA Management, LLC (Caro) - $100,000 to support hiring up to four new employees and to purchase a new FM200C 2G Dual Wash plant that will produce material critically needed by federal, state and local agricultural and residential customers.
Pahl Enterprises, LLC (Buckley) - $100,000 to enhance the farm’s country store, pumpkin patch, Santa experience and youth field trips; purchase key components for the commercial kitchen; and improve the structural integrity of the barn. Gypsy Distillery (Petoskey) - $91,744 to install a new bottling line that will increase revenue and create new jobs.
Lakeshore Depot L3C (Marquette) - $65,448 to implement and operate a local food distribution project that will improve access to Michigan-sourced fresh produce and staple foods for institutional and retail purchasers as well as consumers located in the central Upper Peninsula.
Maurer Meat Processors, LLC (Ubly) - $96,350 to upgrade the shrink-wrap heat tunnel system for packaging and wrapping meat products, thereby reducing the risk of product loss for customers. Partridge Creek Farm (Ishpeming) - $100,000 to expand the Ishpeming Intergenerational Community Farm, which boosts production yields and increases access to and participation in the local food economy.
Home Township (Edmore) - $100,000 to aid farmers and the local community by reconstructing Neff Road between Fleck Road and Tamarack Road by sealing Edgar Road between Wyman Road (CR571) and Neff Road. Cassopolis Community Garden (Cassopolis) - $770 to install an irrigation system for the Cassopolis Community Garden, which provides organically and sustainably grown produce for area food pantries.
Great Lakes Boat Building School (Cedarville) - $52,500 to create and implement the Marine System Lab Pods training program, purchase a Volvo Penta for instructional purposes and to support Summer Friday Tour Days. Negaunee/Ishpeming Water Authority (Ishpeming) - $100,000 to install a new water well that will provide safe and high-quality drinking water to Negaunee and Ishpeming in a cost-effective manner.
Charter Township of Chocolay (Marquette) - $100,000 to fund sewer repair, remediation and improvements to ensure the safe, reliable and efficient operation of a sanitary wastewater system. M&M Children’s Museum (Menominee) - $100,000 to support the construction and renovation of the Children’s Museum, a place for the community and surrounding area to use for learning, socializing and exercise.
RADD Foods (Marquette) - $40,380 for a new initiative to develop and introduce dairy-free cheese products tailored for the restaurant and foodservice industry. Michigan State Trust for Railway Preservation (Owosso) - $100,000 to move the existing track switch and extend a current dead-end siding across Washington Street parallel to the Great Lakes Central Railroad's mainline, thereby increasing passenger capacity.
Indian Summer Cooperative, Inc. (Ludington) - $100,000 to increase production capacity by installing new applesauce cup packing and palletizing equipment. City of Ishpeming (Ishpeming) - $82,977 to create six camping sites with power access generated by a hard-wired ground mounted solar system.
Authorized by Public Act 411 of 2012, Rural Development Fund Grants promote the sustainability of land-based industries including food and agriculture, forestry, mining, oil and gas production and tourism. They also support workforce training, rural capacity building, business development and infrastructure that benefits rural communities.
Those interested in applying can do so through the MiAgGrants system by logging into a citizen or business account. Eligible entities include those within counties with a population no greater than 70,000 residents or micropolitan statistical areas. Priority is given to projects in Marquette County according to statute.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Local municipalities, public utility departments, and nonprofits that engage in project implementation within the water and waste management sectors in rural areas of Michigan. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Rural Infrastructure Grant for Water and Waste Management is funded by Michigan Department of Agriculture. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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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.
USDA NIFA's Community Food Projects Competitive Grants Program offers $4.8M in FY2026 with a July 16 deadline — planning grants to $50K and project grants to $400K over four years. The catch is a 1:1 match that screens out most applicants. Here is how to build the match, choose your track, and write a self-reliance story that scores.
Read articleWhile headlines chase AI and defense money, USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture runs a tight summer competitive cycle — Equipment Grants (June 25), Agricultural Genome to Phenome (June 29), New Beginning for Tribal Students (July 2), and Crop Protection and Pest Management (July 6). Here is how the four programs fit together, who is eligible, and why the land-grant system has a structural edge.
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