RDRUS-21-RFP: Revolving Fund Program
Closed
This grant is closed. Who won this program's grants before is below, and similar open grants are at the end of the page. It is in our archive of Rural Utilities Service notices from 2021.
Rural Utilities Service offered grants to nonprofits. It expected to make about 4 awards worth $1.0 million in total. Applications closed on July 16, 2021.
From the official notice on Grants.gov, last changed June 1, 2021. Checked November 7, 2026.
- Total funding$1.0 million
- Expected awards4
- Cost sharingRequired
- Funding typeGrant
Other notices with this title
| Notice | Posted | Deadline | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| RDRUS-26-RFP | June 1, 2026 | Closed July 3, 2026 | Closed |
| RDRUS-25-RFP | July 9, 2025 | Closed August 7, 2025 | Closed |
| RDRUS-24-RFP | April 1, 2024 | Closed May 6, 2024 | Closed |
| RDRUS-23-RFP | May 10, 2023 | Closed June 12, 2023 | Closed |
| RDRUS-22-RFP | June 21, 2022 | Closed July 31, 2022 | Closed |
Key dates
| Posted | June 1, 2021 |
|---|---|
| Deadline | July 16, 2021 |
| Archived by Grants.gov | August 15, 2021 |
Who can apply
This opportunity was open to nonprofits.
- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
https://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/revolving-funds-for-financing-water-and-wastewater-projects
Is this a realistic fit?
- Most of the program's money (65% over five years) went to nonprofits.
- The notice requires cost sharing or matching funds, so you must contribute part of the project cost.
What the grant funds
This program helps qualified non-profits create a revolving loan fund (RLF) that can provided financing for the extension and improvement of water and waste disposal systems in rural areas.
Who has won Grant Program to Establish a Fund for Financing Water and Wastewater Projects grants before
From fiscal 2021 to 2025, Grant Program to Establish a Fund for Financing Water and Wastewater Projects (10.864) awarded $5.3 million across 12 grant awards, an average of $439,338 per award.
| Recipient | State | Awards | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communities Unlimited Inc | Arkansas | 5 | $2.5 million |
| National Rural Water Association | Oklahoma | 5 | $2.5 million |
| Alaska Municipal League | Alaska | 1 | $200,000 |
| Skamania Economic Development Council | Washington | 1 | $80,000 |
Applying now
This notice no longer takes applications. Agencies often post the same opportunity again under a new number, so check the program's notices on Grants.gov and the similar open grants below.
The notice on Grants.gov keeps its full text and attachments, which is useful for planning a resubmission.
Questions people ask
Is RDRUS-21-RFP still open?
No. It closed on July 16, 2021.
Who can apply for Revolving Fund Program?
Rural Utilities Service accepted applications from nonprofits. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.
What is the deadline for Revolving Fund Program?
Closed July 16, 2021. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.
How much funding is available?
About $1.0 million in total across about 4 awards.
Who has won Grant Program to Establish a Fund for Financing Water and Wastewater Projects grants before?
The largest recipients over five fiscal years were Communities Unlimited Inc, National Rural Water Association, Alaska Municipal League. The program made 12 awards worth $5.3 million in that time.
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