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The rural development center is supported by rural electric and broadband cooperatives operating in North Dakota with additional funding from a USDA Rural Cooperative Development grant. Our team assists rural communities in fostering new and expanded businesses and services for the benefit of the people who live there.
Our mission is powering grassroots efforts with development experience and resources to assure quality of life in North Dakota’s communities.
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View or download the brochure for more information and a description of services offered by the Rural Development Center.
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Rural Development Finance Corporation
Flexible, affordable financing for community & small business projects
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North Dakota Rural Development Foundation
Expanding our capacity to support rural development.
Rural on the Rise
Rural on the Rise is a one-day conference dedicated to celebrating and strengthening rural communities through fresh ideas, practical solutions and powerful connections.
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Rural Grocery & Local Foods Projects
A partnership to bring resources and information to local growers and grocers.
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Co-op Development Resources
Links to trainings, resource providers, documents and publications to educate on the cooperative business model.
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Dakota's America
Dedicated to measurable impacts that enhance the quality of life for individuals and communities.
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Future of Local News
A yearlong statewide research effort to examine the health and future of local news in North Dakota.
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Rural Development Map
A snapshot of projects assisted by the rural electric and telecommunications development center.