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Special Evaluation Assistance for Rural Communities and Households (SEARCH)

This program helps very small, financially distressed rural communities with predevelopment feasibility studies, design and technical assistance on proposed water and waste disposal projects.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants include:
Most state and local governmental entities
Nonprofits
Federally recognized tribes

Eligible projects include:
Feasibility studies to support applications for funding water or waste disposal projects
Preliminary design and engineering analysis
Technical assistance for the development of an application for financial assistance

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U.S. Department of Agriculture

Provides leadership on food, agriculture, natural resources, rural development, nutrition, and related issues based on public policy, the best available science, and effective management.

Contact

Rural Community Programs

715-345-7635

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