Rural Cooperative Development Grants
About This Grant
The purpose of the RCDG program, under assistance listing number 10.771, is to enable nonprofit institutions to establish and operate centers for rural cooperative development (Center). The primary objective of the program is to improve the economic condition of rural areas by helping nonprofit organizations that in turn provide technical assistance to start, expand, or improve cooperatives and mutually owned businesses in rural areas.
Grant Summary
Rural Cooperative Development Grants is a National Institute of Food and Agriculture grant providing $200K to $1M. Applications are due 2026-07-24 (closing in 10 days). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
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Eligibility
Funder did not publish eligibility criteria — confirm directly with the funder before applying.
How to Apply
$200K–$1M
2026-07-24
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Rural Cooperative Development Grants from National Institute of Food and Agriculture, 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 National Institute of Food and Agriculture before the deadline.
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Rural Cooperative Development Grants: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Rural Cooperative Development Grants?
Rural Cooperative Development Grants is offered by National Institute of Food and Agriculture 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 Cooperative Development Grants provide?
Rural Cooperative Development Grants provides between $200K and $1M per award from National Institute of Food and Agriculture. 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 Cooperative Development Grants deadline?
Applications for Rural Cooperative Development Grants are due 2026-07-24 (closing in 10 days). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, National Institute of Food and Agriculture, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the Rural Cooperative Development Grants?
To apply for Rural Cooperative Development Grants, 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 National Institute of Food and Agriculture.
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