Solid waste management grants

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Utilities Service awarded a $830,000 Project Grant under the Solid Waste Management Grants program (CFDA 10.762) to the Rural Community Assistance Partnership Incorporated (RCAP) on August 29, 2024. This grant will support RCAP's technical assistance, training, and capacity building activities focused on improving solid waste management practices and reducing water pollution in rural communities across the United States. As a national non-profit organization, RCAP will leverage its network of regional partners and over 300 technical assistance providers to deliver services such as conducting needs assessments, providing on-site support, developing training materials, and offering workshops on topics like regulatory compliance and financial management for rural solid waste systems. The Solid Waste Management Grants program aims to enhance planning and management of solid waste disposal facilities in rural areas to reduce water pollution.