Agency
Rural Development (RD)
Description
It assists low-income communities with initial planning and development of an application for USDA Rural Development Water and Waste Disposal direct loan/grant and loan guarantee programs.
Eligibility
Federally-recognized tribes can directly apply.
Climate Change Component
Climate change will present new challenges for tribal communities and businesses, which can limit access to safe, reliable drinking water and waste disposal facilities and services. This program provides grants to support this type of infrastructure.
Geography
Disaster Assistance
No
Theme
Programs and Services for Tribes
Tribal Table Category
Tribal Table Eligibility
Tribal Table Funding amount
Maximum of $30,000 or 75% of the predevelopment planning costs.