Opportunity Information: Apply for RDBCP 11 01 RCDG
Apply for RDBCP 11 01 RCDG
- The Business and Cooperative Programs in the agriculture sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Rural Cooperative Development Grant" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 10.771 Rural Cooperative Development Grants.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 12, 2011 and posted on Jun 12, 2011.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 22, 2011 You may submit completed applications for grants on paper or electronically by July 22, 2011. Late applications are not eligible for FY 2011 grant 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 $7,400,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $225,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 35 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Rural Cooperative Development Grant (RCDG) is a discretionary federal grant opportunity administered through USDA Rural Development's Business and Cooperative Programs. Its purpose is to provide funding to establish or operate a cooperative development center that delivers hands-on assistance to people or organizations working to start, expand, or improve cooperative businesses. In practical terms, the program is aimed at strengthening rural economies by helping cooperative enterprises build capacity, become more sustainable, and improve their operations through targeted technical assistance and development services.
This particular funding announcement was issued under Funding Opportunity Number RDBCP 11 01 RCDG and is associated with CFDA 10.771 (Rural Cooperative Development Grants). The activity category is Agriculture, reflecting the program's role in supporting rural business development and cooperative structures that are often tied to agricultural and rural community needs. The announcement was posted on June 12, 2011, with an application deadline (paper or electronic submission) of July 22, 2011. Applications submitted after the closing date were not eligible for FY 2011 funding, and the opportunity was later archived on October 3, 2011.
USDA anticipated making about 35 awards under this competition, with an estimated total funding level of $7,400,000. The maximum award amount listed (the award ceiling) was $225,000. Applicants should also note that the program included a cost sharing or matching requirement, meaning recipients were expected to contribute non-federal resources toward the project in addition to the grant funds. While the source summary does not specify the match percentage or allowable sources, the presence of a match requirement typically affects project budgeting, documentation, and the applicant's ability to demonstrate committed resources.
Eligible applicants for this opportunity included nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education) as well as public and state-controlled institutions of higher education. In other words, the program was open both to certain nonprofit entities and to qualifying public colleges and universities, provided they were positioned to create or run a center capable of delivering cooperative development services. The funded work centers on providing direct assistance that supports cooperative formation and performance, which can include guidance on business planning, governance and member structures, feasibility analysis, operations and management improvements, and strategies that help cooperatives scale or stabilize.
For applicants and interested parties who needed the complete announcement or application and submission details, the listing referenced an additional information link for application instructions. The program contact identified for this announcement was Tracey Kennedy, Program Manager, reachable by phone at (202) 720-8460, particularly for issues accessing the full announcement electronically.
Rural Cooperative Development Grant (RCDG) FAQs
What is the Rural Cooperative Development Grant (RCDG)?
The Rural Cooperative Development Grant (RCDG) is a discretionary federal grant program administered by USDA Rural Development's Business and Cooperative Programs. It funds the establishment or operation of a cooperative development center that provides hands-on assistance to people or organizations working to start, expand, or improve cooperative businesses.
What is the main purpose of this grant opportunity?
The purpose is to strengthen rural economies by supporting cooperative enterprises with targeted technical assistance and development services. The grant is designed to help cooperatives build capacity, improve sustainability, and strengthen operations.
What activities does the funded cooperative development center provide?
Funded work focuses on delivering direct assistance that supports cooperative formation and performance. Examples noted include business planning support, guidance on governance and member structures, feasibility analysis, operational and management improvements, and strategies to help cooperatives scale or stabilize.
Which USDA office administers the RCDG program?
This opportunity is administered through USDA Rural Development, Business and Cooperative Programs.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this announcement?
The Funding Opportunity Number is RDBCP 11 01 RCDG.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is associated with CFDA 10.771, titled "Rural Cooperative Development Grants."
What is the activity category listed for this funding opportunity?
The activity category is Agriculture, reflecting the program's role in rural business development and cooperative structures often connected to agricultural and rural community needs.
When was this funding opportunity posted?
The announcement was posted on June 12, 2011.
What was the application deadline?
The application deadline for paper or electronic submission was July 22, 2011.
Were late applications accepted?
No. Applications submitted after the closing date were not eligible for FY 2011 funding.
Is this opportunity still open?
No. The opportunity was later archived on October 3, 2011.
How many awards did USDA anticipate making?
USDA anticipated making about 35 awards under this competition.
What was the estimated total funding available?
The estimated total funding level was $7,400,000.
What was the maximum award amount?
The maximum award amount (award ceiling) listed was $225,000.
Is there a cost sharing or matching requirement?
Yes. The program included a cost sharing or matching requirement, meaning recipients were expected to contribute non-federal resources in addition to grant funds.
Does the listing specify the match percentage or allowable sources?
No. The provided information notes that a match is required but does not specify the match percentage or which sources are allowable.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants included (1) nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status, excluding institutions of higher education, and (2) public and state-controlled institutions of higher education.
Are all colleges and universities eligible?
No. The eligible higher education category listed is public and state-controlled institutions of higher education.
Can a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that is a higher education institution apply?
The eligibility description states that nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status are eligible excluding institutions of higher education. Separately, public and state-controlled institutions of higher education are eligible.
What type of project is this grant intended to fund?
The grant is intended to fund the establishment or operation of a cooperative development center capable of delivering cooperative development services and hands-on assistance.
Who ultimately benefits from the work funded under this grant?
The services are aimed at people or organizations working to start, expand, or improve cooperative businesses, with the broader goal of strengthening rural economies.
Where could applicants find complete application and submission details?
The listing referenced an additional information link for application instructions and full announcement details.
Who was the program contact for this announcement?
The program contact identified was Tracey Kennedy, Program Manager.
How could applicants reach the program contact?
Tracey Kennedy could be reached by phone at (202) 720-8460, particularly for issues accessing the full announcement electronically.
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