Farm Credit Services of North Dakota (FCS of ND), Farm Credit Services of Mandan and AgriBank, are proud to announce the Rural Community Grant Fund (RCGF). This fund has been established to assist in the implementation and development of projects and programs in communities and rural areas in western North Dakota which have been impacted by mineral exploration.
“The impact of oil exploration has been significant in western North Dakota,” said Claude Sem, CEO, FCS of ND. “All the residents of this area have been affected in one way or another. Farm Credit and AgriBank are pleased to offer this grant program for projects that will enhance our communities and positively influence the area.”
Grants will be considered for any purpose consistent with the fund objective to assist communities in improving quality of life. The types of projects and programs applicable for funds may include, but are not limited to: housing projects; health, safety and environmental programs; medical and emergency facilities; educational programs; recreational facilities; arts, museums and historical projects.
AgriBank CEO, Bill York states, “It is our privilege to establish the RCGF. As a responsible corporate citizen, we believe it is important to partner with the rural communities impacted by the mineral exploration in western North Dakota. This fund will provide an opportunity for residents to seek grant money annually for projects and programs to build, enhance and sustain their communities well into the future.”
Applications for grants are available at FCS of ND as well as on our website, http://www.farmcreditnd.com, and will be considered on a quarterly basis. The RCGF administrators will review and evaluate completed applications and notify recipients once the review and approval process has been completed. Additional information on the application process is also available on our website. Please contact Claude Sem, CEO, in the Minot FCS of ND office at 800-264-1265 if you have any questions.
Farm Credit Services of North Dakota is excited to offer this Rural Community Grant Fund to help provide our local communities and surrounding rural areas with funding to build and strengthen their future.
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