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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USDA Rural Development Energy Programs
Energy, Sustainability
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Food Supply Chain Guaranteed Loan Program
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USDA Rural Development Business Programs
Business, Energy
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USDA Community Facilities Program
Child Care, Education & Schools, Health & Mental Health, Other
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USDA Rural Development Water and Environmental Programs
Parks & Outdoor Recreation, Sustainability
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USDA Funding Eligibility Map
Arts & Culture, Broadband & Internet, Child Care, Housing, Parks & Outdoor Recreation, Workforce
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USDA Resource Guides
Arts & Culture, Business, Child Care, Parks & Outdoor Recreation, Workforce
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The Rural Data Portal
Housing, Other
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Preservation Revolving Loan Fund
Housing
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Housing Assistance Council’s Loan Fund
Housing
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Start In Wisconsin
Business, Start-Up & Entrepreneur
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Green Tier Legacy Communities
Business, Energy, Parks & Outdoor Recreation, Sustainability, Tourism, Transportation
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Green Tier
Energy, Forestry & Paper, Other, Sustainability, Transportation, Workforce
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Enviro-Check
Business, Start-Up & Entrepreneur, Sustainability, Workforce
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Small Business Environmental Assistance Program (SBEAP)
Energy, Sustainability, Workforce
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State Lead By Example
Energy, Sustainability
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Governor’s Task Force on Climate Change
Sustainability
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Clean Energy Plan
Energy, Sustainability
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Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant Program
Transportation
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Capital Access Clinic
Business, Start-Up & Entrepreneur