The mission of the funder is to elevate the standard of living in rural areas to meet or surpass state-wide averages by 2030, preserving rural cultural heritage and lifestyle. They aim to make substantial investments in economic and community development, promote regional collaboration, and leverage additional resources for sustainable rural growth, thus fostering entrepreneurship, employment, and rural prosperity.
The RMPIF seeks to transform rural areas by encouraging entrepreneurship, relieving unemployment, retaining valuable land, fostering public/private partnerships, and enhancing infrastructure. It supports targeted investments in economic and community programs to boost rural prosperity. Infrastructure grants focus on improving water, wastewater, broadband, transportation, and housing to create flourishing communities. Projects that involve multiple government units and address crucial needs like aging infrastructure and renewable energy are prioritized.