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The Strategic Economic and Community Development (SECD) program, reauthorized by Section 6401 of the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, supports multi-jurisdictional and multi-sectoral strategic community investment plans. The program aims to foster economic and community development in rural areas by reserving loan and grant funds from covered Rural Development (RD) programs. In FY 2026, the program will implement SECD by utilizing reserved funds to support eligible projects that align with the strategic development goals outlined in the funding notice.
🎯 Grant
Moderate Application
National
Eligibility
Eligibility is determined based on the requirements outlined in the funding notice. Applications must support multi-jurisdictional and multi-sectoral strategic community investment plans. Projects must align with the goals of the SECD priority as defined by the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018. The covered RD programs will implement SECD by reserving funds from their respective appropriations. Specific eligibility details for projects and applicants are described in the notice and must be followed when submitting an application.
Terms
Funding is provided through grants and reserved loan funds from the covered RD programs. The specific terms for the use of funds will be determined by the RD based on the requirements of the SECD priority. The notice outlines the requirements for the use of reserved funds but does not specify grant amounts or repayment terms for loans, as the terms will vary depending on the covered programs.
Application Instructions
Applications for the Strategic Economic and Community Development (SECD) program must be submitted in accordance with the requirements described in the notice. Detailed instructions on how to apply and where to submit applications will be provided in the notice. Information on FY 2026 funding amounts can be found under SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION, section B. Federal Award Information of this notice. Applicants are advised to review the notice thoroughly for specific application procedures and requirements.
Tags
InfrastructureEducationResearch
Details
Financial InstrumentGrant
Application DifficultyModerate Application
OrganizationAgriculture Department, Rural Business-Cooperative Service, Rural Housing Service, Rural Utilities Service