Strategic Economic and Community Development Initiative
US Department of Agriculture
In fiscal year 2023, this funding is available under the following
USDA Rural Development programs:
• Community Facilities Direct Loan and Grant Program
• Community Facilities Loan Guarantee Program
• Water and Waste Disposal Direct Loan and Grant Program
• Water and Waste Disposal Loan Guarantees
• Rural Business Development Grants
• Community Connect Grants
Potential applicants can learn more about SECD by watching this short video on how the initiative can help rural communities create strategic growth and help rural Americans thrive.
Application open year round.

