Rural Economic Development Loan and Grant (REDLG) Programs for FY2026

Oct 10, 2025 | Funding Opportunities

Type of Funding Opportunity: Loan and Grant

Agency/Organization: Rural Business-Cooperative Service, USDA

Deadline(s):

First Quarter: September 30, 2025
Second Quarter: December 31, 2025
Third Quarter: March 31, 2025
Fourth Quarter: June 30, 2026

Description:

USDA’s Rural Business-Cooperative Service issued a notice of funding opportunity for REDLG FY26. REDLG Programs enable the promotion of rural economic development and job creation projects by financing eligible Rural Utilities Service (RUS) electric or telecommunications borrowers. Assistance to rural and Tribal areas include business startup costs, business expansion and technical assistance feasibility studies.

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