The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Housing Service and Rural Business Cooperative Services awarded a $1,900,000 Project Grant under the Rural Business Development Grant (CFDA 10.351) program to the Northern Border Regional Commission (NBRC) on August 2, 2024. This two-year grant, with a completion date of August 2, 2026, will enable the NBRC to provide comprehensive technical assistance, training, and capacity-building services to small and emerging businesses in rural communities across Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and New York. The funding will support the NBRC's efforts to promote sustainable economic development, facilitate business growth, and create job opportunities in underserved northern border regions through activities such as business counseling, market research, workforce development, and support for business incubators and industry cluster initiatives.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $1.9m | 8/2/24 |