WW technical asst. And training grants - x year

The Rural Utilities Service (RUS) awarded $306,000 to the Cooperative Development Institute, Inc. on July 15, 2025, under the Water and Waste Technical Assistance and Training Grants program (CFDA 10.761). This two-year project grant, extending through July 15, 2027, funds technical assistance and training services to support rural communities in addressing water and wastewater infrastructure challenges. The Cooperative Development Institute will deliver feasibility studies, preliminary design assistance, grant application preparation support, and operator training to rural water and wastewater systems, with services directed toward low-income rural populations across multi-state service areas.

The grant supports capacity-building activities designed to improve the management, operation, and maintenance of water and waste disposal facilities in rural areas. Services include identifying and evaluating solutions to water contamination and waste disposal problems, assisting applicants in preparing loan and grant applications in accordance with applicable regulations, and providing training that enhances the technical and managerial capabilities of rural water and wastewater system personnel. Grant funds are provided on a reimbursement basis and may not be used for capital assets, construction, facility maintenance, or costs incurred prior to the grant's effective date.