CDFA is proud to announce the launch of a new newsletter: CDFA Rural Financing Update. We are sending the first two monthly issues as samples, and we encourage you to subscribe today.
REAP Forum -- Save the Date
The Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) National Stakeholder Forum is taking place on February 6th, 2015 from 1:00-3:00pm (EST). The purpose of this forum is to provide information on the final rule for the Rural Energy for America Program.
New Steps to Spur Private Investment for Infrastructure
The Obama Administration has designed an initiative to facilitate the use of innovative financing and private capital to help state and local governments deliver needed infrastructure projects. The National Law Review provides an overview of the initiative.
Rural Development Aided by Cornell Workshop, $10B Fund
According to the Ithaca Journal, a workshop was conducted at Cornell University focused on New York rural development to teach attendees how to tap the $10B U.S. Rural Infrastructure Opportunity Fund.
Community-Based Broadband Solutions
This report describes how private and public investment has increased broadband availability in the US. The report also explains the benefits of higher-speed broadband access, the challenges facing the market, and the benefits of competition.
Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin Grant Program
Launched in 2008, the Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin (BLBW) competitive grant program is designed to strengthen Wisconsin's agricultural and food industries. By reducing costs in marketing, distribution, and processing, Wisconsin's food products and local purchasers are able to expand sales.
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