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USDA Rural Business Development Grant

Run by USDA Rural Development, a federal agency

Grants to support small and emerging businesses in rural areas.

Award
$10,000–$500,000
Deadline
Rolling
Run by
USDA Rural Development
Federal

Who it's for

  • Small business in rural area (population under 50,000)

USDA Rural Development decides who gets help.

How to apply

You apply on the program's own website. GrantLantern doesn't process applications. We link you straight to the source.

Apply at rd.usda.gov

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USDA Rural Business Development Grant is one option. What else may help?

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Where this comes from

Details are based on the program's official information. USDA Rural Development decides who is eligible, not GrantLantern. Check current requirements on their site before you apply.

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