Two Grant Opportunities to Boost Rural Communities and the Environment

Looking for funding opportunities to support your organization's work in rural communities or environmental sustainability? Check out these two exciting grant programs:

1. Bridging the Gap: USDA's Distance Learning & Telemedicine Grants

The USDA's Distance Learning & Telemedicine (DLT) Grant Program aims to bridge the gap in access to education and healthcare in rural America. By funding telecommunications projects, this program helps connect rural communities with essential resources.

Here's what you need to know:

• Purpose: To improve education and healthcare access in rural areas by funding projects that utilize telecommunications technology. This could include things like:

  • Interactive classrooms for remote learning

  • Online training programs for healthcare professionals

  • Telehealth services for patients in remote areas

    
    

• Eligibility: Schools, libraries, hospitals, non-profits, and other organizations serving rural areas are eligible.

  
  

• Grant Amounts: Grants typically range from $50,000 to $1 million, with a requirement for matching funds.

  
  

This is a valuable opportunity for organizations working to improve the quality of life in rural communities. Learn more here.

2. Powering the Future: DOE's Solar with Wildlife and Ecosystem Benefits (SolWEB2)

The Department of Energy (DOE) is investing in a sustainable future with its Solar with Wildlife and Ecosystem Benefits 2 (SolWEB2) funding opportunity. This program supports projects that promote the compatibility of large-scale solar energy facilities with wildlife and ecosystems.

Here's the focus:

• Mitigating Impacts on Wildlife: Researching and testing strategies to minimize the impact of solar facilities on wildlife and their habitats.

  
  

• Promoting Agrivoltaics: Supporting the development and implementation of agrivoltaic systems, which combine solar energy production with agriculture.

  
  

• Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitating collaboration and knowledge sharing between the solar industry, conservation organizations, and agricultural practitioners.

  
  

Eligibility: A wide range of organizations can apply, including for-profit companies, non-profits, research institutions, and government agencies.

Funding: The DOE has allocated $11 million to this program.

This is a great opportunity for organizations working at the intersection of renewable energy, conservation, and agriculture. Learn more here.

Take Action!

Both of these grant programs offer valuable funding to support innovative projects that benefit rural communities and the environment. Don't miss out – explore these opportunities and see how your organization can make a difference!