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Funding Details: Strategic Economic and Community Development Program - Rural Health Information Hub Strategic Economic and Community Development Program U.S. Department of Agriculture, USDA Rural Development USDA Rural Development office contacts Strategic Economic and Community Development (SECD) is a program that allows USDA to give priority for projects that support the implementation of regional economic development plans through several USDA Rural Development Community Facilities Direct Loan and Grant Program Community Facilities Guaranteed Loan Program Water and Waste Disposal Loan and Grant Program Water and Waste Disposal Loan Guarantees Rural Business Development Grants Consideration for regional development priority will be based on how well the project supports a multi-jurisdictional plan (called the Strategic Community Investment Plan) and how well the plan addresses collaboration and investments from other federal and To be eligible for SECD, a project must: Be eligible for the underlying USDA funding program Be carried out solely in a rural area Support a multi-jurisdictional strategic economic community development plan This is not a funding program.
It is an application process to request priority points for specific USDA Guaranteed loans, direct loans and grants will be awarded in amounts consistent with the requirements of each applicable covered program. The most recent application guidelines are available in Federal Register Each associated funding program has its own guidelines and application requirements.
Awards for SECD applications submitted to the covered programs in FY 2026 will be obligated on or before: June 30, 2026 for Community Facilities and Water and Waste Disposal Loans, Grants, and Guarantees July 31, 2026 for Rural Business Development Grants September 30, 2026 for Community Connect Grants · Community and economic development · Emergency preparedness and response U.S. Department of Agriculture, For complete information about funding programs, including your application status, please contact funders directly.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: State and local governments, non-profit organizations, and other entities involved in community development. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Strategic Economic and Community Development (SECD) Program is funded by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development. 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.
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