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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  • Clean Energy Technology Deployment on Tribal Lands

    U.S. Department of Energy

    Energy, Sustainability

    The Department of Energy Office of Indian Energy Policy and Programs assists Indian tribes in addressing barriers to developing their vast energy resources and accelerating the deployment of energy technology on Tribal Lands.

  • Clean Energy to Communities (C2C) Program

    U.S. Department of Energy

    Energy

    The Clean Energy to Communities (C2C) program provides communities with expertise and tools to achieve their clean energy goals.

  • Clean Sweep

    Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP)

    Other, Sustainability

    The Clean Sweep Program provides grants to organizations to create and operate local programs for the collection and disposal of agricultural pesticides, farm chemical waste, household hazardous waste, and unwanted prescription drugs.

  • Clean Water Fund Program

    Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

    Sustainability

    The purpose of the Clean Water Fund Program is to administer affordable financial assistance to communities within Wisconsin for wastewater infrastructure projects that protect and improve public health and water quality for current and future generations.

  • Coastal Habitat Restoration and Resilience Grants for Underserved Communities

    U.S. Department of Commerce

    Other, Sustainability

    This program grants habitat restoration and resilience awards for underserved communities.

  • 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.

  • Community Development Block Grant – Small Cities Housing Program

    Department of Administration, ​Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources

    Housing

    Housing proposals will be funded in order to upgrade the quality and expand the supply of decent, safe, and sanitary housing for LMI households.

  • Community Development Investment Grant Program

    Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation

    The goal of the Community Development Investment (CDI) Grant Program is to incent primarily downtown community development in the state of Wisconsin.