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Technical Assistance and Training (TAT) Grant Program — FY 2026 is a grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Utilities Service (RUS) that funds private nonprofit organizations to provide free technical assistance and training to rural communities managing water and wastewater infrastructure challenges.
Grant recipients help communities identify solutions to water source, treatment, storage, or distribution problems; prepare loan or grant applications; and train local personnel in facility management and operations. Total estimated funding is $35,000,000 with approximately 40 awards expected. Awards range from $50,000 to $200,000.
Eligible applicants are IRS 501(c)(3) nonprofits incorporated in a U.S. state or territory with regional technical assistance experience. The application deadline was December 31, 2025.
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Technical Assistance and Training (TAT) Grant Program - Smart Grant Solutions Technical Assistance and Training (TAT) Grant Program Technical Assistance and Training (TAT) Grant Program — FY 2026 Funding Opportunity Number: TAT-FY26 Agency: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) – Rural Utilities Service (RUS)...
Technical Assistance and Training (TAT) Grant Program — FY 2026 Funding Opportunity Number: TAT-FY26 Agency: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) – Rural Utilities Service (RUS) Assistance Listing: 10.
761 — Technical Assistance and Training Grants Funding Type: Discretionary grant Estimated Total Funding: $35,000,000 Expected Awards: Approximately 40 Application Deadline: December 31, 2025 Archive Date: January 31, 2026 The Technical Assistance and Training (TAT) Grant Program provides funding to qualified private nonprofit organizations to offer free technical assistance and training that help rural communities address water and wastewater challenges.
The goal is to improve management, operation, and maintenance of water and waste disposal systems in rural areas, ensuring sustainable access to safe and reliable infrastructure. Grant recipients may assist communities in identifying and evaluating solutions to water and waste problems, preparing loan or grant applications, and training system personnel to improve facility management and operations.
Eligible applicants include private nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status that are legally established within a U.S. state or territory, incorporated by December 31, 2025, and able to demonstrate capacity and experience providing regional technical assistance and training. Applicants may deliver assistance through their own staff, an affiliated organization, or a contractor (up to 49% of the total award).
Funds may be used to evaluate water source, treatment, storage, or distribution issues; waste collection, treatment, or disposal problems; prepare related grant or loan applications; and conduct training programs for water and wastewater associations.
Funds may not be used to duplicate consultant services, pay for lobbying or political activities, purchase vehicles or property, construct or renovate facilities, or cover costs incurred before the grant start date. This opportunity requires no cost sharing or matching. Awards are discretionary and project-based.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Private nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations established in U.S. states/territories with experience in regional technical assistance and training for rural water/wastewater systems. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $50,000 - $200,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Technical Assistance and Training (TAT) Grant Program — FY 2026 is funded by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) – Rural Utilities Service (RUS). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
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