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Water & Waste Disposal Predevelopment Planning Grants in Missouri is a grant from USDA Rural Development that funds planning activities for water and waste disposal projects in rural Missouri communities. Awards cover up to $60,000 or 75% of planning costs, whichever is less. Eligible applicants include state and local governments, nonprofit organizations, and federally recognized Tribes in rural Missouri.
Funds support predevelopment planning activities such as feasibility studies, environmental reviews, and preliminary engineering needed before applying for construction funding. The program helps rural communities move water and waste disposal improvement projects forward by covering upfront planning costs that might otherwise prevent project development.
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Contact a program official in your state (see contact tab below) to ask questions or explore other programs that may be a better fit for your needs. For state specific information: **What does this program do? ** This program helps eligible low-income communities plan and develop applications for proposed USDA Rural Development water or waste disposal projects.
* Nonprofit organizations * Federally-recognized Tribes **What is an eligible area? ** * Rural areas and towns with populations of 10,000 or less. Check eligible addresses * Federally recognized tribal lands **NOTE:**The area must have a median household income below the poverty line or less than 80 percent of the statewide non-metropolitan median household income.
**How may the funds be used? ** This program helps eligible low income communities plan and develop applications for proposed USDA Rural Development water or waste disposal projects. **What are the grant terms?
** * Grants cannot be used to pay for work already completed. * The amount of the grant will be subtracted from the total grant eligibility if a USDA grant is awarded for part of the water or waste disposal project. * These grants do not have to be paid back if the application for the USDA direct loan or loan and grant combination is not successful.
* Grants are based on demonstrated need and availability of funds. * Partnerships with other federal,state, and local organizations are encouraged, and grants are awarded only when the applicant cannot afford to borrow the needed funds. **Is there a maximum grant amount?
** Maximum of $60,000 or 75 percent of the predevelopment planning costs. **Are matching funds required? ** Yes, at least 25 percent of the project cost must come from the applicant or third-party sources.
In-kind contributions do not count toward this minimum. **How do we get started? ** * Applications for this program are accepted year round through your local RD office.
* Program resources - forms needed, guidance, certifications, are available. **Who can answer questions? ** * Help is always available through your local RD office.
* Participating non-profit associations also offer assistance and training. You can work with your local Rural Development staff to learn about available help in your area. **What governs this program?
** * Code of Federal Regulations, 7 CFR 1780 * Section 306 of the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act **NOTE:** Please select your state in the dropdown menu above to find the state office contact information and speak to a program specialist before attempting to fill out any forms or applications. This will save you valuable time in your application.
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If there are additional state-specific requirements they will be listed above. **Missouri State Office** **Community Programs Section** _Click a name below to email a staff member. _ Acting Community Programs Director Community Programs Specialist To locate the office nearest you, please refer to the map of USDA Rural Development Missouri offices There are currently no events scheduled.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: State and local governments, nonprofit organizations, and federally recognized Tribes in rural Missouri. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $60,000 or 75% of planning costs Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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