Rural Infrastructure Grant for Water and Waste Management in Nebraska (USA)
GrantID: 1558
Grant Funding Amount Low: Open
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: Open
Summary
This grant opportunity provides funding to support the development, improvement, or expansion of essential infrastructure in rural areas, specifically for projects that address water systems, wastewater treatment, and waste disposal. The funds are intended to help enhance public health, environmental sustainability, and economic development by improving access to clean water and waste management services.
Grants are available to nonprofit organizations, small businesses, and local governments, including tribal entities, that are working on infrastructure projects in underserved rural communities. The funding is available in various regions, with a focus on rural areas with populations of 10,000 or fewer. This program is designed to help those in need of infrastructure improvements due to health or environmental concerns, particularly where existing water and waste systems are inadequate or pose risks to the community's well-being.
The grant amount can cover up to 75% of the project costs, depending on the level of financial need, with a mix of grant and low-interest loan options. Grant funds may be used for the construction, upgrade, or rehabilitation of water and waste management systems, ensuring that rural residents have access to safe drinking water and proper waste disposal systems.
Applicants must demonstrate the project’s necessity and its potential for long-term sustainability, as well as their capacity to manage the funds. The funding cycle typically opens annually, and proposals are accepted during specific periods each year.
This opportunity is open to projects nationwide, supporting rural areas across the U.S. and its territories, and offers essential financial support to communities working to improve their infrastructure and overall quality of life.
Those working in Environment and located in Nebraska may meet the eligibility criteria for this grant. To browse other funding opportunities suited to your focus areas, visit The Grant Portal and try the Search Grant tool.
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