Opportunity Information: Apply for RDBCP 2009 RBOG
Apply for RDBCP 2009 RBOG
- The Business and Cooperative Programs in the agriculture business and commerce community development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Inviting Applications for Rural Business Opportunity Grants" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 10.773 Rural Business Opportunity Grants.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 15, 2009 and posted on Mar 18, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 30, 2009 The deadline for the receipt of applications in the Rural Development State Office is March 31, 2009. The RBOG appropriation for fiscal year 2009 provides specific funding for Native American, Empowerment Zones, Enterprise Communities and Rural Economic Area Partnership, and these applications must also be received in the Rural Development State Office by March 31, 2009. The Agency reserves the right to extend this application deadline. Any applications received after this date will not be considered for FY 2009 funding.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $2,483,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $150,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 49 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: State governments Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education County governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) City or township governments.
- Public Bodies Nonprofit Corporations Indian tribes on Federal or State reservations and other Federally recognized tribal groups, and cooperatives with members that are primarily rural residents and that conduct activities for the mutual benefit of the members.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Inviting Applications for Rural Business Opportunity Grants (RBOG) opportunity is a USDA Rural Development program administered through Rural Development State Offices, with the goal of strengthening economic conditions in rural communities. The program is designed to help rural areas build the capacity needed for long-term business and job growth, primarily by funding practical, on-the-ground support such as technical assistance for business development and economic development planning. In other words, the grant is geared toward helping rural regions organize, plan, and execute strategies that make it easier for businesses to start, expand, and succeed, rather than serving as a direct cash infusion for private businesses.
This funding opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number RDBCP-2009-RBOG; CFDA 10.773) is a discretionary grant program categorized under Agriculture, Business and Commerce, and Community Development. For fiscal year 2009, the estimated total funding available is $2,483,000, with an expected 49 awards. The award floor is listed as $0, and the maximum award depends on the project scope: grants generally cannot exceed $50,000 for projects confined to a single state, or $150,000 for multi-state projects. A key exception is that these dollar caps do not apply to certain specified funding pools or set-asides tied to Native American communities, Empowerment Zones, Enterprise Communities, and Rural Economic Area Partnerships, reflecting a policy choice to allow larger investments where federal priorities or special designations apply.
Eligibility is broad and aimed at organizations that can deliver community-level economic development support. Eligible applicants include public bodies (such as city or township governments, county governments, and state governments), nonprofit corporations (including both 501(c)(3) and other nonprofit structures), public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, and Native American tribal governments that are federally recognized. The eligibility statement also highlights Indian tribes on federal or state reservations and other federally recognized tribal groups, as well as cooperatives whose members are primarily rural residents and whose activities are carried out for the mutual benefit of their members. Taken together, the eligible applicant types suggest the program is intended for intermediaries and community institutions that can provide training, planning, technical assistance, and coordination that benefits rural economies broadly.
The program does not require cost sharing or matching funds, which can make it more accessible to smaller communities and nonprofits that may not have significant unrestricted funds available to meet match requirements. Administrative responsibility sits with USDA Rural Development Business and Cooperative Programs, but applications are received and handled through the Rural Development State Offices, emphasizing that the program is implemented with state-level administration even though it is a federal grant.
For timing, the original closing date was March 31, 2009, with language stating that applications had to be received in the Rural Development State Office by that date to be considered for FY 2009 funding. The notice also states that the agency reserved the right to extend the deadline, and the current closing date reflected an extension to April 30, 2009. The announcement makes clear that late applications would not be considered for FY 2009 funding. The posting date was March 18, 2009, with an archive date of May 30, 2009, indicating this was a time-limited annual funding round.
Applicants seeking more details were directed to the Rural Business Opportunity Grant website, and a point of contact was provided: Andrew Jermolowicz, Cooperative Programs, Assistant Deputy Administrator, reachable by phone at 202-720-8460, particularly for anyone unable to access the full announcement electronically.
Rural Business Opportunity Grants (RBOG) - FAQs (FY 2009 Notice)
What is the Rural Business Opportunity Grant (RBOG) program?
The Rural Business Opportunity Grant (RBOG) program is a USDA Rural Development program designed to strengthen economic conditions in rural communities by helping rural areas build the capacity needed for long-term business and job growth.
What is the main purpose of this grant?
The grant focuses on practical, on-the-ground support that helps rural communities organize, plan, and carry out strategies that make it easier for businesses to start, expand, and succeed. It is geared toward technical assistance for business development and economic development planning rather than providing direct cash to private businesses.
Is this grant meant to provide direct funding to private businesses?
No. The program is intended to fund community-level support activities (like technical assistance and planning) that benefit rural economies broadly, rather than acting as a direct cash infusion for private businesses.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number and CFDA number for this opportunity?
The Funding Opportunity Number is RDBCP-2009-RBOG and the CFDA number is 10.773.
Which federal agency administers this program?
The program is administered by USDA Rural Development, specifically under the Business and Cooperative Programs. Applications are received and handled through Rural Development State Offices.
Who receives and processes applications?
Applications are received by the USDA Rural Development State Office. The notice states applications had to be received in the Rural Development State Office by the closing date to be considered.
What types of projects does RBOG typically fund?
Based on the notice, the program primarily funds capacity-building activities such as technical assistance for business development and economic development planning intended to support long-term rural business and job growth.
What category is this grant program listed under?
The program is categorized under Agriculture, Business and Commerce, and Community Development.
Is this a discretionary grant?
Yes. The opportunity is described as a discretionary grant program.
How much total funding was estimated to be available for FY 2009?
The estimated total funding available for fiscal year 2009 was $2,483,000.
How many awards were expected for FY 2009?
The notice estimated an expected 49 awards for FY 2009.
What is the minimum award amount?
The award floor is listed as $0.
What is the maximum award amount?
The maximum award generally depends on project scope. Grants generally cannot exceed $50,000 for projects confined to a single state, or $150,000 for multi-state projects.
Are there exceptions to the stated maximum award caps?
Yes. The notice states that the $50,000 and $150,000 caps do not apply to certain specified funding pools or set-asides tied to Native American communities, Empowerment Zones, Enterprise Communities, and Rural Economic Area Partnerships.
Does the program require matching funds or cost sharing?
No. The notice states that cost sharing or matching funds are not required.
Who is eligible to apply for this grant?
Eligible applicants include public bodies (such as city or township governments, county governments, and state governments), nonprofit corporations (including 501(c)(3) and other nonprofit structures), public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, and federally recognized Native American tribal governments.
Are cooperatives eligible applicants?
Yes. The eligibility description includes cooperatives whose members are primarily rural residents and whose activities are carried out for the mutual benefit of their members.
Are Indian tribes and tribal groups specifically mentioned as eligible?
Yes. The notice highlights Indian tribes on federal or state reservations and other federally recognized tribal groups, and it also lists federally recognized Native American tribal governments as eligible applicants.
Is this opportunity administered at the federal level or state level?
Administrative responsibility sits with USDA Rural Development Business and Cooperative Programs, but applications are received and handled through Rural Development State Offices, reflecting state-level implementation of a federal program.
What was the original application deadline for FY 2009?
The original closing date was March 31, 2009.
Was the deadline extended?
Yes. The notice states the agency reserved the right to extend the deadline, and the closing date reflected an extension to April 30, 2009.
What happens if an application is submitted late?
The notice states that late applications would not be considered for FY 2009 funding.
When was this opportunity posted and when was it archived?
The posting date was March 18, 2009, and the archive date was May 30, 2009.
Where could applicants find more details about the program?
The notice directed applicants to the Rural Business Opportunity Grant website for additional details.
Who was the point of contact listed for this opportunity?
The point of contact provided was Andrew Jermolowicz, Cooperative Programs, Assistant Deputy Administrator.
How could someone contact the listed point of contact?
The notice provided a phone number for the point of contact: 202-720-8460, particularly for anyone unable to access the full announcement electronically.
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