Rural Microentrepreneur Assistance Program
Rural Business-Cooperative Service
About This Grant
Provides loans and grants to Microenterprise Development Organizations (MDOs) to provide training and technical assistance to microloan borrowers and micro entrepreneurs.
Grant Summary
Rural Microentrepreneur Assistance Program is a Rural Business-Cooperative Service grant providing up to $100K. Applications are due 2026-06-30 (closing in 11 days). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
Funder did not publish eligibility criteria — confirm directly with the funder before applying.
How to Apply
Up to $100K
2026-06-30
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Rural Microentrepreneur Assistance Program from Rural Business-Cooperative Service, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Rural Business-Cooperative Service before the deadline.
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Rural Microentrepreneur Assistance Program: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Rural Microentrepreneur Assistance Program?
Rural Microentrepreneur Assistance Program is offered by Rural Business-Cooperative Service and is generally open to eligible organizations. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the Rural Microentrepreneur Assistance Program provide?
Rural Microentrepreneur Assistance Program provides up to $100K per award from Rural Business-Cooperative Service. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the Rural Microentrepreneur Assistance Program deadline?
Applications for Rural Microentrepreneur Assistance Program are due 2026-06-30 (closing in 11 days). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Rural Business-Cooperative Service, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the Rural Microentrepreneur Assistance Program?
To apply for Rural Microentrepreneur Assistance Program, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Rural Business-Cooperative Service.