Rural Outreach Grants
Rural Outreach Grants support state and local Realtor associations with education, community engagement, studies, and policy development to address rural challenges and strengthen communities.
Funder: National Association of REALTORS®
Due Dates: October 15, 2026 (Applications, or until funds are committed) | December 18, 2026 (Reimbursement) | January 8, 2027 (Next cycle opens)
Funding Amounts: Level 1: up to $3,000; Level 2: up to $7,500; one grant per level per year
Summary: Supports state and local REALTOR® associations addressing rural challenges through education, community engagement, studies, and policy development.
Key Information: Only state and local REALTOR® associations may submit applications.
Description
Rural Outreach Grants are part of the National Association of REALTORS®’ Community Development Advocacy Program, which helps state and local REALTOR® associations advocate for their communities and find solutions to local challenges. The program supports association-led efforts to strengthen rural communities and economic development through education, partnerships, and community engagement.
Rural priorities include broadband, well and septic systems, open space preservation, environmental standards, and planning and zoning. Supported activities include trainings, forums, events, studies, and ordinance drafting. Examples range from homebuyer education about rural real estate issues to stakeholder meetings, research reports, and conferences on broadband or water resources. Associations may also contribute to developing policies, ordinances, or legislation affecting rural zoning and land preservation.
