Rural Business Development Grants
USDA Rural Development
Next cycle not posted yet.
Typically due in June. 2027 dates not yet posted.
Amount: No maximum; smaller requests get priority
Type: Cash grant
Where: National
Who can apply: Nonprofits, Towns and local government, Tourism groups and chambers
Lets towns and nonprofits fund training, technical assistance, feasibility studies, and incubators that help rural small businesses.
The catch: Businesses cannot apply directly, and you must talk to the NH state office first.
Official details from USDA Rural Development
See every open grant on the NH Grant Calendar
Found one that fits?
Funders say yes to the groups that tell the clearest story. I am a journalist who helps New Hampshire nonprofits and small businesses tell theirs, so your application, your website and your social posts all make the same case.
Last checked October 8, 2026. Deadlines change, so confirm with the funder before you apply.