Rural Outreach Grants
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Rural Outreach Grants support state and local REALTOR® associations with education, community engagement, studies, and ordinance drafting to address rural challenges and strengthen economic development.
Funder: National Association of Realtors
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Level 1: up to $3,000 | Level 2: up to $7,500; one grant per level per association annually
Summary: Supports state and local REALTOR® associations addressing rural challenges through education, community engagement, studies, and ordinance drafting.
Key Information: Only state and local REALTOR® associations are eligible applicants.
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 Rural Outreach focus supports efforts to strengthen rural communities and economic development through education, partnerships, and community engagement.
Supported work includes trainings, forums, events, studies, and ordinance drafting on rural issues. Topics include broadband, well and septic systems, open space preservation, environmental standards, and planning and zoning. The program connects infrastructure and land-use concerns with association-led advocacy, helping associations inform members, convene stakeholders, build partnerships, and develop solutions to rural challenges.
