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.
- Department of Administration, Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources
Community Development Block Grant – Economic Development (CDBG-ED) Program
Department of Administration, Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources
The CDBG-ED Program works with eligible businesses to complete the application resulting in typical awards from $7,000-$10,000 per job created or retained.
Community Development Block Grant – Emergency Assistance Program (CDBG-EAP)
Department of Administration, Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources
Housing
CDBG-EAP funds assist local units of government in addressing emergency housing, public facility, infrastructure, and business assistance needs that occur as a result of natural or manmade disasters.
Community Development Block Grant – Planning (CDBG-PLNG) Program
Department of Administration, Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources
Planning grant funds support community efforts to address improving community opportunities and vitality. Eligible projects include the development of comprehensive plans, community development plans, and small area and neighborhood plans.
Community Development Block Grant – Public Facilities (CDBG-PF) Program
Department of Administration, Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources
Housing
Public Facilities funds help support infrastructure and facility projects for communities. Eligible projects include improvements, repairs, or expansions of streets, drainage systems, water and sewer systems, sidewalks, and community centers.
Community Development Block Grant – Public Facilities Economic Development (CDBG-PFED) Program
Department of Administration, Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources
Business
CDBG-PFED grant funds are awarded to local governments for public infrastructure projects that support business expansion or retention such as water or sewer service.
Critical Assistance Program
Department of Administration, Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources
Housing
Critical Assistance funds may be used for the following homeless prevention activities. Payments are made directly to landlords, mortgage holders, local units of government (property tax payments) or utilities.
Emergency Solutions Grant, Housing Assistance Program, Homelessness Prevention Program EHH
Department of Administration, Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources
Housing
The Emergency Shelter Grant can be used for rapid re-housing, homelessness prevention, emergency shelter, street outreach, Homeless Management Information Systems (HMIS), and administrative costs.
HOME Homebuyer and Rehabilitation Program (HHR)
Department of Administration, Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources
Housing
This program was established to provide essential home purchase assistance and necessary home rehabilitation, and other vital improvements for single family housing units occupied by low- and moderate-income households.
Homeless Case Management Services Grants Program
Department of Administration, Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources
Housing
The Homeless Case Management Services Grant Program will provide grantees with intensive case management services to homeless families. Funding should be used for social workers and associated case management services.
Housing Cost Reduction Initiative Program (HCRI)
Department of Administration, Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources
Housing
The Housing Cost Reduction Initiative (HCRI) set aside funds to provide housing assistance to low- and moderate-income (LMI) households seeking to own decent, safe, affordable housing.
