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Rural Downtown Economic Development Grants (RDEDG)

Rural Downtown Economic Development Grants

Funds rural downtown revitalization in North Carolina through redevelopment grants for local businesses and communities.

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The Rural Downtown Economic Development Grant (RDEDG) is administered by the NC Department of Commerce through the Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) and provides discretionary grants to local governments in North Carolina for downtown revitalization and economic development in downtown districts. The program supports main streets and downtown commercial cores as economic engines for rural commu…

Discretionary grants to local governments for downtown revitalization in rural North Carolina, funding public infrastructure, building improvements, and mixed-use development on publicly owned properties.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.5%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—

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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.commerce.nc.gov