Resource Directory

Rural Economic Development

RESOURCES AND GRANTS FOR RURAL COMMUNITIES

Whether you’re an individual, a business or a community organization, you can use the directory below to search a vast library of resources, tools and services. The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), its economic development partners and other organizations around the state offer a range of resources on all aspects of economic well-being, from childcare and education to businesses and housing. Can’t find what you’re looking for? Reach out to us directly, we want to help.

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Rural Economic Development Loan & Grant Program

Business, Start-Up & Entrepreneur, Workforce

The Rural Economic Development Loan and Grant program provides funding for rural projects through local utility organizations.

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Rural Placemaking Innovation Challenge

Arts & Culture, Broadband & Internet, Housing, Parks & Outdoor Recreation, Transportation

The Rural Placemaking Innovation Challenge provides cooperative agreement funds to help provide planning support, technical assistance, and training to foster ...Read more

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Farmers Market Promotion Program

Business

The Farmers Market Promotion Program funds projects that develop, coordinate and expand direct producer-to-consumer markets to help increase access to ...Read more

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Local Food Promotion Program

Business

The Local Food Promotion Program funds projects that develop, coordinate and expand local and regional food business enterprises that engage ...Read more

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Business & Industry Loan Guarantees in Wisconsin

Business

This program provides loan guarantees to commercial lenders for loans to eligible rural businesses.

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System for Award Management Registration Assistance

Business

To do business with the Federal Government, businesses must register in the System for Award Management (SAM). The Wisconsin Procurement ...Read more

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Virtual Knowledge Outreach (VKO) Video Series

Business

WPI has developed a series of Virtual Knowledge Outreach (VKO) videos as a best practices and next steps resource for ...Read more

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Vibrant Spaces Grant

Assists with creating vibrant and engaging communities that make it easier to recruit and retain residents, sustain a robust labor ...Read more

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Telecommunications Infrastructure Loans & Loan Guarantees

Broadband & Internet, Business

The loan and loan guarantee program offers financial assistance to eligible service providers that will construct, improve, or expand telecommunication ...Read more

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Fast Forward-Worker Training Grants

Business, Workforce

The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development offers grants to Wisconsin businesses to train and retain highly skilled workers.

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Job Training Programs

Workforce

The federal government offers training programs for adults, dislocated workers, and youth who are eligible under the Workforce Innovation and ...Read more

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Workforce Development Boards

Business, Workforce

Local Workforce Development Boards (WDBs) serve as strategic conveners to promote and broker effective relationships between the businesses and the ...Read more

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Services for Dislocated Workers

Business, Workforce

If you are a worker who has been laid off or notified that they will be laid off, the Wisconsin ...Read more

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Job Services for Veterans

Business, Veterans, Workforce

The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development works with both veterans and employers to assist veterans in reaching their career goals

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Apprenticeship Programs

Business, Education & Schools, Workforce

Apprenticeship is an industry-driven training model that combines on-the-job learning with job-related instruction.

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Local Job Centers

Business, Workforce

Local Job Centers provide labor exchange services to both business and job seekers.

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Vocational Rehabilitation

Business, Workforce

Vocational Rehabilitation is a federal and state program designed to help people with disabilities obtain, maintain, and advance employment.

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Worker’s Compensation

Business, Health & Mental Health, Workforce

The Wisconsin Worker's Compensation Act provides for payment of reasonable medical expenses and compensation for lost wages resulting from work-related ...Read more

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Unemployment Insurance

Business, Workforce

Unemployment Insurance is a program designed to provide temporary income to eligible workers who lost their job or are working ...Read more

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Family and Medical Leave

Business, Health & Mental Health, Workforce

Family and medical leave is a benefit available to certain employees. The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development's Equal Rights Division ...Read more