Community Facilities Program Disaster Repair Grants

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Description

This program provides grant funding to repair essential community facilities in rural areas that were damaged by Presidentially Declared Disasters occurring in calendar year 2022. Eligible facilities include those providing health care, education, public safety, and other vital public services. The program is administered by the USDA Rural Housing Service and is designed to help rural communities recover from disaster impacts by restoring critical infrastructure.

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Due Dates

• Applications are accepted on a rolling basis starting July 20, 2023, and will continue until all funds are expended.
• Applicants must contact their USDA Rural Development (RD) State Office before preparing an application.

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Funding Amount

• Total program funding: Up to $50 million.
• Grant coverage: Up to 75% of total eligible project costs.
• No minimum or maximum award amount per project.
• Performance period: Up to 5 years from the date of obligation of funds.
• Matching requirement: At least 25% of project costs must be covered by non-federal cash contributions (in-kind is not allowed). Other USDA Community Facilities loans or grants may be used for the match.

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Eligibility

• Eligible applicants:

  • Public bodies (e.g., county, city, or township governments)
  • Nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (excluding higher education institutions)
  • Federally recognized Native American tribal governments

• Project requirements:

  • Facility must be located in a rural area (city, town, or unincorporated area with ≤20,000 population)
  • The area must be in a county (or tribal reservation) with a Presidentially Declared Disaster related to a 2022 event (see FEMA disaster declarations)
  • The project must be for public use and serve a public purpose
  • The applicant must be unable to finance the project from its own resources or through commercial credit at reasonable rates and terms

• Eligible states/territories include: Alaska, American Samoa, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, U.S. Virgin Islands, Virginia, Washington, and West Virginia.

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Application Process

• Contact your USDA RD State Office to discuss your project and connect with a technical assistance provider before preparing your application. Find your State Office
• Applications may be submitted in paper or electronic format to the appropriate State Office.
• Applications must include all required elements as outlined in 7 CFR 3570.65, including:
  • Project description and justification
  • Budget and sources of matching funds
  • Documentation of disaster impact and eligibility
  • Environmental, procurement, and construction compliance documentation
• Applicants must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).
• Applications are reviewed and scored based on population served, income levels, public safety/healthcare priorities, and alignment with state strategic plans.
• Awards are made on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted.

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Additional Information

• Eligible uses of funds: Repair of essential community facilities, replacement of damaged equipment or vehicles, and purchase of new equipment needed for repairs.
• Ineligible uses: Operating expenses, refinancing, interest payments, facilities in non-rural areas, and costs already reimbursed by other sources.
• Reporting: Recipients must provide annual performance and financial reports.
• Civil rights compliance: All grants are subject to federal civil rights laws and USDA nondiscrimination policies.

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External Links

• Program Announcement and Full Details (PDF)
• Grants.gov Opportunity Listing
• USDA Rural Housing Service Agency Page
• USDA RD State Offices Directory
• FEMA Disaster Declarations

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Contact Information

For general program information, contact your USDA RD State Office. For technical or application questions, contact Surabhi Dabir.