Rural Energy For America Program (REAP) - Technical Assistance Grant
The Montana Department of Agriculture’s REAP - Technical Assistance Grant helps rural producers and small businesses develop and apply for renewable energy and efficiency projects with expert support.
Funder: Montana Department of Agriculture
Due Dates: Rolling (application window open now)
Funding Amounts: Technical assistance only; REAP grants provide up to 25% of eligible project costs (actual grant applications are through USDA REAP).
Summary: Provides Montana agricultural producers and rural small businesses with technical assistance to apply for renewable energy and energy efficiency funding through the USDA REAP program.
Key Information: Assistance includes eligibility guidance, federal registrations, and grant writing support—no direct funding is provided through this technical assistance grant.
Description
The Montana Department of Agriculture, through its Rural Energy For America Program (REAP) - Technical Assistance Grant, offers comprehensive support to agricultural producers and rural small businesses interested in pursuing renewable energy or energy efficiency projects. This program does not provide direct financial awards but instead delivers technical assistance to help applicants navigate the USDA REAP funding process. Services include project eligibility assessment, help with federal registrations (SAM and UEI), and access to experienced grant writers, leveraging the statewide Food and Agriculture Development Center Network. The initiative aims to increase successful REAP applications and foster innovative energy solutions across Montana's rural communities.
