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COMMUNITY PROGRAMS | UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE - RURAL DEVELOPMENT

28 Vernon Street, Suite 333, Brattleboro, VT 05301

Eligibility

Eligibility guidelines vary by a number of factors, including population and median home income.

Hours

Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:30pm
8557943675

Fax - FAX

8028286034

Voice - Information & Services | Community Programs Specialist

8026893034

Voice - Information & Services

Service area

Addison county, Vermont
Bennington county, Vermont
Rutland county, Vermont
Windham county, Vermont
Windsor county, Vermont

Description

Provides loans and/or grants to municipalities and nonprofit organizations to purchase or expand community facilities and equipment, including public services like hospitals, libraries, fire/police stations and schools, water and waste management, and local food systems. Also provides disaster relief funding for communities and organizations impacted by catastrophes.

Last Assured

04/17/2025

Providing organization

UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE - RURAL DEVELOPMENT

United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development is a federal agency dedicated to increasing economic opportunity in rural areas. The Agency is committed to providing Vermonters with an affordable path to home ownership. USDA Rural Development partners with state, local, private, and non-profit agencies to deliver programs that provide equity and technical assistance to finance and foster growth in home ownership and repair, business development, and critical community and technology infrastructure. The United States Forest Service is another part of the USDA, whose mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the nation’s forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations. In Vermont, its responsibility is for the Green Mountain National Forest.