This program is a competitive grant designed to support targeted technical assistance, training and other activities leading to the development or expansion of small and emerging private businesses in rural areas which will employ 50 or fewer new employees and has less than $1 million in gross revenue.
Rural Business Development
USDA - Rural Development
Eligible Entities
- City, Cooperatives, Federally-recognized Tribes, Institutions of Higher Education, Non-Profits, Special Service Districts, State Agency, Town
Type of Fund
- Grant
Typical Support
$10,000-$500,000
Application Deadline
Contact State or Local Office
Program Categories
Community Facilities | Community Redevelopment Areas | Community Services | Economic Development | Planning | Training