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Rural Development Fund Grants

Rural Development Fund Grants

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Overview

The Michigan Office of Rural Prosperity provides grant opportunities to promote the sustainability of land-based industries and support infrastructure that benefits rural communities.

Learn about the Michigan Rural Development Fund Board

The 2026 Grant Cycle is now closed. The 2027 Grant Cycle Request is anticipated to open mid-October 2026.

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2026 Rural Development Fund Grant Guidelines

October 15, 2026

Release Request for Proposals

October 30, 2025

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December 3, 2025

Proposals Due

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January 2026

February 2026

Joint Evaluation Committee Evaluation Meeting

April 2026

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2025 Rural Development Grant Recipients (PDF)

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For more information about this funding opportunity, please contact the Grants Program.

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