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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  • Veterans Outreach and Recovery Program (VORP)

    Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs

    Veterans

    The ​Veterans Outreach and Recovery Program (VORP) connects veterans to community services and provides case management and support, with a special focus on treatment and recovery.

  • Vibrant Spaces Grant

    Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation

    Assists with creating vibrant and engaging communities that make it easier to recruit and retain residents, sustain a robust labor force and enhance local quality of life. Public gathering places will foster community connections and provide accessible locations for the programming and amenities local residents desire—with the additional benefit of boosting foot traffic for area businesses.

  • Virtual Knowledge Outreach (VKO) Video Series

    Wisconsin Procurement Institute – Wisconsin's APEX Accelerator

    Business

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

  • Vocational Rehabilitation

    Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development

    Business, Workforce

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

  • Water & Waste Disposal Loan & Grant Program

    U.S. Department of Agriculture

    Other

    This program provides funding for clean and reliable drinking water systems, sanitary sewage disposal, sanitary solid waste disposal, and storm water drainage to households and businesses in eligible rural areas.

  • Water & Waste Disposal Predevelopment Planning Grants

    U.S. Department of Agriculture

    Other

    This program helps eligible low-income communities plan and develop applications for proposed USDA Rural Development water or waste disposal projects.

  • Weatherization Assistance Program

    U.S. Department of Energy

    Energy, Health & Mental Health, Housing, Sustainability, Workforce

    The U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) reduces energy costs for low-income households by increasing the energy efficiency of their homes, while ensuring health and safety.

  • WEDC Collaborative Market Access Grant (CMAG) Program

    Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation

    Business, Start-Up & Entrepreneur

    This program is designed to help industry associations, alliances, agencies, nonprofits, regional economic development organizations or other state/local departments located in Wisconsin to work with Wisconsin companies to increase exports.

  • WEDC International Market Access Grant (IMAG) Program

    Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation

    Start-Up & Entrepreneur

    Wisconsin companies can be reimbursed for specific expenses associated with an export project that will help to grow their presence in an international market.

  • Well Abandonment Grant

    Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

    Housing

    The grant program provides funding to protect natural resources, the environment, and outdoor recreational opportunities. Grants are monetary awards that do not have to be paid back.

  • Well Compensation Grant Program

    Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

    Housing

    The grant program provides funding to protect natural resources, the environment, and outdoor recreational opportunities. Grants are monetary awards that do not have to be paid back.

  • WI Brownfields Cleanup and Development Informational Website

    Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

    Health & Mental Health, Sustainability

    Information and resources for cleaning up and redeveloping community blight into valuable property.