USDA Opens 2026 Rural Grants: Apply Online for Job Boosts
Published Date: 5/15/2026
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Summary
The USDA is opening up grants to help small businesses in rural areas grow and create jobs in 2026. Starting next year, you’ll only find these grant opportunities online, not in the Federal Register, so keep an eye on their website. If you’re a rural business or group ready to boost your community, now’s the time to apply and grab some funding!
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Rural Business Grants Open FY2026
If you run a small business or a community group in a rural area, the U.S. Department of Agriculture is accepting applications for Rural Business Development Grants for Fiscal Year 2026. The Notice of Funding Opportunity is dated May 15, 2026, is available on grants.gov under Funding Opportunity Number RDBCP-RBDG-2026 and Assistance Listing Number 10.351, and program guidance and application forms are on the USDA Rural Development website.
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