This USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) Integrated Programs (CFDA 10.303) Project Grant award to Purdue University provides $617,167 in funding from September 1, 2024 through August 31, 2025. The grant supports the North Central Regional Center for Rural Development (NCRCRD) in enhancing rural resilience through collaborative relationships among the 34 land grant institutions in the North Central region. The NCRCRD's work focuses on three key themes: creating resilient communities and economies, developing leadership and civic engagement, and promoting community health and wellness. The center facilitates research and extension activities via partnerships, small grants, working groups, fellowships, and conferences. It also increases visibility of regional research and extension through webinars, newsletters, and an open-access data platform. This funding enables the NCRCRD to foster opportunities for the 34 land grant institutions to collaborate on projects and professional development that enhance their capacity to support rural communities.
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