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12/5/2024

jesse4430
Dec 5, 2024
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N. WISCONSIN - The USDA is investing over $375,000 in grants for new projects to increase economic opportunities within the Rural Partners Network (RPN) community networks in Wisconsin.  USDA Rural Development Wisconsin State Director Julie Lassa says the funding will support family farms, small businesses, infrastructure, and clean energy in rural and tribal communities.  A $323,263 Household Water and Well System grant will be used by Oconto-based Newcap, Inc. to establish a revolving loan program for homeowners in several counties including Vilas County and for six Tribal nations.  The grant is part of a new round of nationwide investments totaling more than $194 million to support 118 projects to help rural and Tribal communities address immediate needs and create sustainable economic growth across 14 states and Puerto Rico.

 
 
 

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