Serving Region VI
Rural Food Sustainability Grant Program
Strengthen your Local and Regional Food Systems
The North Dakota Department of Commerce is launching the Rural Food Sustainability Grant Program, dedicated to boosting food access, sustainability, and economic development in rural communities. This program supports sustainable grocery services, food access, and the growth of rural food co-ops. These co-ops help aggregate, store, and distribute food in rural areas, addressing unique challenges.
Component 1: Feasibility studies for food accessibility and expansion projects (up to $20,000).
Component 2: Grants for implementation of sustainable food access projects (up to $300,000).
The following outlines the timeline for applications and awards:
- Applications Open: Sep 8, 2023.
- Applications Close: Oct 13, 2023.
- Awards: Oct 24, 2023.
Component 2 will be opening in early 2024.
Eligible applicants include nonprofits, local entities, economic development organizations, and tribal entities.
For further details, visit: ndgov.link/RuralFoodGrant.
Building Relationships From Across State Lines
EDA (Economic Development Administration) from Colorado came to visit our Region, 6 in Jamestown, ND. Ali DeMersseman and Caroline Plante joined SCDRC staff members Traci Redlin and Jennifer Schultes at the World’s Largest Buffalo!
Pictured from left to right: Ali, Jennifer, Traci, & Caroline
Revolving Loan Program
We provide accessible, flexible loans to strengthen, create, or assist businesses and job opportunities.
Consultation services at no cost to business owners who want to expand and grow their business projects focused on improving the quality of life of North Dakota residents.
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
The CDBG Program can be used to develop housing, infrastructure and economic development projects focused on improving the quality of life of North Dakota residents.
Technical Assistance/Planning
Our team works with your team to create plans that are customized to your risks and needs. We hold various meetings in your area both one on one and in large groups to take in concerns, successes, data and needs from your area to create a well written plan.