Rural Transformation Grants
North Carolina Department of Commerce
Funding Amount
$950,000 maximum
Matching Funds
Funding Cycle
Application deadline was on May 3, 2023. Unknown when application will re-open
Description
Rural Transformation Grants can support:
- Main Street and downtown investment and revitalization efforts
- Initiatives that help create resilient neighborhoods
- Community enhancements that spur economic growth
- Professional development and education programs to build local government capacity
Who Can Apply
Open to local governments in the state's Tier 1 and Tier 2 counties, as well as qualified census tracts in Tier 3 counties, you may review a map with eligible areas here
Additional Eligibility Requirements
Program guidelines:
https://www.commerce.nc.gov/guidelines-rural-transformation-grant-program/open
Additional reference materals and documents:
https://www.commerce.nc.gov/grants-incentives/rural-transformation-grants/additional-reference-materials-rural-transformation-grants
Application:
https://nccommercedws.my.site.com/ruralconnectportal/s/login/?ec=302&startURL=%2Fruralconnectportal%2Fs%2F
Location(s)
North Carolina
Additional Information
For more information, contact:
Hazel Edmond
Rural Engagement & Investment Program Director
hazel.edmond@nccommerce.com
