We are committed to helping improve the economy and quality of life in rural America.
This program aims to assist small rural businesses by providing technical assistance and training. It targets businesses with fewer than 50 workers and less than $1 million in revenue. The grant prioritizes smaller funding requests without a cost-sharing requirement. Usage of funds includes a wide array of projects beneficial to small and emerging businesses in rural areas, such as project planning, land development, pollution control, job training, community and economic development, and more. Opportunity grants focus on community development, technology-based economic development, and strategic planning.