U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)

USDA provides leadership on food, agriculture, natural resources, rural development, nutrition, and related issues based on public policy, the best available science, and effective management.

Grants

Water & Waste Disposal Predevelopment Planning Grants
Deadline: December 31, 2026

This program helps eligible low-income communities plan and develop applications for proposed USDA Rural Development water or waste disposal projects. This program specifically targets areas that have a median household income below the poverty line or less than 80% of the statewide non-metropolitan median household income.

Resources

Disaster Resiliency and Recovery Resources: A Guide for Rural Communities