Opportunity Information: Apply for USDA RD HCFP RCDI 2016
Apply for USDA RD HCFP RCDI 2016
- The USDA-RHS in the agriculture, community development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Rural Community Development Initiative" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 10.446.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 26, 2016 and posted on May 26, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 22, 2016. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $250,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 25 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: State governments, County governments, City or township governments, Special district governments, Independent school districts, Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities, Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Private institutions of higher education, For profit organizations other than small businesses, Small businesses.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Rural Community Development Initiative (RCDI), Funding Opportunity Number USDA RD HCFP RCDI 2016 (CFDA 10.446), is a discretionary grant program administered by USDA Rural Housing Service (USDA-RHS) designed to strengthen rural communities by investing in local capacity. Rather than directly funding construction or a single local project, the program funds intermediary organizations that will, in turn, deliver financial assistance and hands-on technical support to local recipients so they can successfully plan, manage, and carry out projects tied to rural housing, community facilities, and broader community and economic development efforts.
Eligible applicants are a wide range of public, private, nonprofit, and tribal entities that can function as intermediaries. This includes state, county, and city or township governments; special district governments; independent school districts; public and state-controlled institutions of higher education; private institutions of higher education; federally recognized tribal governments; public housing authorities and Indian housing authorities; certain nonprofits (including those without 501(c)(3) status, other than higher education institutions); for-profit organizations other than small businesses; and small businesses. The common thread is that the applicant must be positioned to operate as an intermediary capable of running a structured program that combines funding with technical expertise for downstream recipients.
A key requirement of this opportunity is the match. Any intermediary awarded an RCDI grant must provide matching funds in an amount at least equal to the federal award, effectively making it a 1:1 match requirement. Grant awards to intermediaries range from a minimum of $50,000 to a maximum of $250,000 (the award ceiling). The program anticipated making around 25 awards under this notice. The closing date for applications was July 22, 2016, with the opportunity posted and created on May 26, 2016.
Programmatically, the intermediary is expected to deliver a coordinated package of financial and technical assistance to help recipients build capacity and increase their ability to execute projects that support the community. In practical terms, this can include training, planning support, organizational development, and other forms of technical guidance paired with funding that helps recipients become capable implementers. The ultimate aim is to improve the readiness and effectiveness of local organizations and communities so they can undertake and sustain rural housing initiatives, develop or improve community facilities, and advance community and economic development activities that benefit rural areas.
Rural Community Development Initiative (RCDI) Grant (USDA RD HCFP RCDI 2016) - FAQs
What is the Rural Community Development Initiative (RCDI) grant?
The Rural Community Development Initiative (RCDI) is a discretionary grant program administered by USDA Rural Housing Service (USDA-RHS) that aims to strengthen rural communities by investing in local capacity. The program focuses on helping rural organizations and communities become better prepared to plan, manage, and carry out projects tied to rural housing, community facilities, and broader community and economic development.
What is the funding opportunity number and CFDA for this program?
The Funding Opportunity Number is USDA RD HCFP RCDI 2016. The CFDA number listed is 10.446.
Who administers the RCDI program?
The program is administered by USDA Rural Housing Service (USDA-RHS).
Does RCDI fund construction or a single local project directly?
No. RCDI is designed to fund intermediary organizations rather than directly funding construction or a single local project. The intermediary then provides financial assistance and hands-on technical support to local recipients.
What is an "intermediary" in the context of RCDI?
An intermediary is an eligible organization that receives the RCDI award and runs a structured program to support local recipients. The intermediary is responsible for delivering both financial assistance and hands-on technical assistance so recipients can build capacity and successfully plan, manage, and execute community-related projects in rural areas.
What types of organizations are eligible to apply as intermediaries?
Eligible applicants include a wide range of public, private, nonprofit, and tribal entities that can function as intermediaries, such as:
- State, county, and city or township governments
- Special district governments
- Independent school districts
- Public and state-controlled institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Federally recognized tribal governments
- Public housing authorities and Indian housing authorities
- Certain nonprofit organizations (including those without 501(c)(3) status, other than higher education institutions)
- For-profit organizations other than small businesses
- Small businesses
Do applicants need to be nonprofits to apply?
No. The eligible applicant pool includes public entities, nonprofit entities (including certain nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status), tribal entities, for-profit organizations (other than small businesses), and small businesses, as long as the applicant can function as an intermediary.
What is the main purpose of funding intermediaries instead of local recipients directly?
The program structure is intended to strengthen rural communities by building the capability of local organizations through a coordinated package of money and technical expertise. The intermediary model supports recipients in developing the skills and systems needed to successfully implement and sustain projects.
What kind of assistance is the intermediary expected to provide to local recipients?
The intermediary is expected to provide a coordinated package of financial assistance and hands-on technical assistance. Examples mentioned include training, planning support, organizational development, and other forms of technical guidance, paired with funding that helps recipients become capable implementers.
What kinds of projects or activities does RCDI ultimately support?
RCDI-supported capacity-building is tied to projects and activities related to:
- Rural housing
- Community facilities
- Broader community and economic development efforts that benefit rural areas
How much funding is available per RCDI award?
Awards range from a minimum of $50,000 to a maximum of $250,000 (the award ceiling).
Is there a matching funds requirement?
Yes. Any intermediary awarded an RCDI grant must provide matching funds in an amount at least equal to the federal award. This is effectively a 1:1 match requirement.
What does a 1:1 match mean in practical terms?
It means the intermediary must contribute at least one dollar in matching funds for every one federal dollar awarded. The match must be at least equal to the grant amount received.
How many awards were expected under this notice?
The program anticipated making around 25 awards under this notice.
When was this funding opportunity posted and when did it close?
The opportunity was posted and created on May 26, 2016. The closing date for applications was July 22, 2016.
What is the overall goal of the RCDI program?
The ultimate aim is to improve the readiness and effectiveness of local organizations and communities so they can undertake and sustain rural housing initiatives, develop or improve community facilities, and advance community and economic development activities that benefit rural areas.
What is the key feature that applicants must be prepared to demonstrate?
Based on the opportunity description, the key feature is the ability to operate as an intermediary capable of running a structured program that combines funding with hands-on technical expertise for downstream recipients, along with the ability to meet the required 1:1 matching funds commitment.
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