What does this program do?
The Rural Innovation Stronger Economy (RISE) Grant Program offers grant assistance to create and augment high-wage jobs, accelerate the formation of new businesses, support industry clusters and maximize the use of local productive assets in eligible low-income rural areas.
Who may apply?
Eligible applicants are rural jobs accelerator partnerships with expertise in delivering economic and job training programs, consisting of the following:
- Non-profit entities
- State entities
- Tribal entities
- Institutions of higher education
- Public bodies
To learn more/apply visit: https://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/business-programs/rural-innovation-stronger-economy-rise-grants