We are committed to helping improve the economy and quality of life in rural America.
This grant program aims to assist eligible communities in preparing for or recovering from emergencies that threaten the availability of safe, reliable drinking water. It supports a range of causes including drought, flood, earthquake, tornado or hurricane, disease outbreak, chemical spills, or other disasters. Specific funding can be used for water transmission line grants up to $150,000 and water source grants up to $1,000,000. These funds may be allocated towards constructing or repairing water infrastructure or related maintenance activities. Applications are accepted year-round and can be submitted online or through local RD offices.
Collaboration with various organizations, including federal, state, local, private, and nonprofit entities, is highly recommended.