Thriving communities are a key part to any county. Here are some resources to continue to strengthen Southwest North Dakota.
Community Development
Community Development Block Grant
The North Dakota Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program provides financial assistance to eligible units of local governments in the form of grants and loans for public facilities, housing rehabilitation and economic development projects. The primary beneficiaries of these projects must be very low- and low-income individuals.
Technical Assistance
The Roosevelt Custer Regional Council team of skilled staff is available to provide technical assistance to local governments in Region VIII on a contractual per-project basis. This includes planning, technical assistance in accessing funding opportunities, meeting facilitation, strategic planning, grant writing, grant administration, and meeting facilitation.
Other Opportunities
Here are more resources to help you along your journey of creating and sustaining a vibrant community.
Rural Catalyst Grant
Roosevelt Custer Regional Council is proud to serve as a fiscal and supporting agent for eligible projects across our eight-county region – Adams, Billings, Bowman, Dunn, Golden Valley, Hettinger, Slope, and Stark Counties.
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program provides financial assistance to eligible units of local governments in the form of grants and loans for public facilities, housing rehabilitation and economic development projects. The primary beneficiaries of these projects must be very low- and low-income individuals. Pre-application for projects are accepted during the annual open round of funding.
All pre-applications will be reviewed by North Dakota Department of Commerce Division of Community Service (DCS) and a scoring and ranking committee which will recommend funding for the final application. Notices to complete and submit a full application will be made by DCS.
Housing
Housing rehabilitation of very low- and low-income homeowner units and rental units within a particular area.
Public Facilities
Pre-applications will be accepted for projects that enhance infrastructure in communities where at least 51% of the residents benefited are low to moderate income. Projects that are eligible for funding include:
• Upgrade infrastructure (water, sewer, or community facilities)
• Removal of architectural barriers
Economic Development
Cities and counties receive funds to loan/grant to businesses which create jobs for low-income persons.
Eligible projects must also be consistent with at least one of the program’s national objectives:
- Benefit low and moderate income persons.
- Aid in the prevention or elimination of slums or blight.
- Activities designed to meet community development needs having a particular urgency.
For more information regarding the program, please see the Program Distribution Statement found at the Department of Commerce’s website.
Technical Assistance
The Roosevelt Custer Regional Council team of skilled staff is available to provide technical assistance to local governments in Region VIII on a contractual per-project basis. This includes planning, technical assistance in accessing funding opportunities, meeting facilitation, strategic planning, grant writing, grant administration, and meeting facilitation.
Other Opportunities
Each project, initiative, and program comes with unique needs. Contact us for help with discovering what options and resources are the best for you.
Rural Catalyst Grant
The North Dakota Department of Commerce’s Rural Catalyst Grant Program supports transformational projects that strengthen quality of life, community vitality, and economic opportunity in rural areas. Projects may receive up to $500,000 in funding with a required 1:1 local match (cash or in-kind) and must be completed within 18 months of being awarded.
Roosevelt Custer Regional Council is proud to serve as a fiscal and supporting agent for eligible projects across our eight-county region – Adams, Billings, Bowman, Dunn, Golden Valley, Hettinger, Slope, and Stark Counties.
RCRC will provide administrative oversight, technical assistance, and support at no charge for up to 10 applications in our region, helping communities develop strong proposals that align with regional priorities. Applicants are responsible for developing their project ideas, securing match funding, and obtaining local support.
𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐑𝐂𝐑𝐂: 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟑, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓.
𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞: 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟕, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔.
To get started, complete the Rural Catalyst Intake Form and submit it to andrea@swnd.org before December 13.