Federal Funding & Grants National (rural) history Updated May 2026

USDA RD — Water & Waste Disposal Predevelopment Planning Grants

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USDA Rural Development — Rural Utilities Service

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Program Summary

Assists low-income communities with planning and application development for USDA RD water and waste disposal loan/grant programs.

Full Description

Predevelopment Planning Grants help low-income communities pay for the planning expenses needed to apply for USDA Water and Waste Disposal loan and grant funding, including engineering reports, environmental review, and application preparation.

Key Details

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Eligible Applicants

Public bodies and nonprofits serving rural communities under 10,000 population

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Geographic Focus

National (rural)

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Funding Amount

Up to $30,000

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Contact

USDA RD State Office