Innovation in Rural America: It’s Not an Oxymoron
September 5, 2019 | Blog, Economic Development
By: Jessica Glendinning, Content Writer & Strategist, RuralRISE partner When someone mentions “rural” America, what’s the first thing you think of? Maybe it’s cattle, corn, and soy. Maybe it’s idyllic landscapes — mountain views, rushing rivers, and sunsets over an…
read moreRural Women Entrepreneurs: Challenges and Opportunities
August 29, 2019 | Economic Development
The goal of this report published by the National Women’s Business Council (May, 8, 2019), is to inform and establish a baseline understanding of the dynamics of rural women entrepreneurs, comparing them to rural men entrepreneurs and non-rural women entrepreneurs. …
read moreRural Prosperity Through the Arts & Creative Sector
August 29, 2019 | Economic Development
This action guide, released in 2019, offers research insights and lessons learned from states that are harnessing the power of the arts to drive rural prosperity. Produced by the National Governors Association (NGA) Center for Best Practices as a collaborative…
read moreExamining the Unique Opportunities & Challenges Facing Rural Small Businesses
August 29, 2019 | Economic Development
To better understand the state of rural small businesses, Small Business Majority conducted a three-pronged research project to explore the unique needs and challenges of small business owners in rural communities. We held focus groups with small business owners in…
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USDA Announces 47 Rural Communities that will Receive Technical Assistance to Help Build Long-Term Economic Growth
June 6, 2019 | Economic Development, General RCAP News, Press Releases
WASHINGTON, D.C (June 6, 2019) – Acting Assistant to the Secretary for Rural Development Joel Baxley today announced the names of 47 rural communities and regions that will receive technical assistance to help create and implement long-term economic development plans.…
read more RCAP Celebrates National Entrepreneurship Week 2019
February 19, 2019 | Economic Development, General RCAP News, Press Releases
February 8, 2019 – National Entrepreneurship Week (@NatlEshipWeek) is pleased to announce NatlEshipWeek 2019, taking place on February 16-23, 2019 to celebrate entrepreneurship in communities across the United States. From Maui to Maine, a consortium of partners will join in…
read moreRCAP Endorses Investing in Opportunity Act
October 26, 2017 | Economic Development
The Rural Community Assistance Partnership, Inc. (RCAP) officially endorses the "Investing in Opportunity Act", new legislation which would incentivize investment in economically distressed communities across the United States. Introduced by Senators Tim Scott (R-SC) and Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Congressmen…
read moreRCAP Applauds Rep. Hartzler for Introducing the “Expanding Rural Investment in Jobs and Infrastructure Act”
July 25, 2017 | Economic Development
WASHINGTON- The Rural Community Assistance Partnership, Inc. (RCAP) applauds Congresswoman Vicky Hartzler’s introduction of the Expanding Rural Investment in Jobs and Infrastructure Act (HR 3242), which works to expand the number of rural community facilities accessing grants and loans through…
read moreRCAP Releases Statement on Administration’s Budget Cuts
May 25, 2017 | Drinking Water, Economic Development, EPA, General RCAP News, Infrastructure, Rural, USDA, Wastewater, Water
MEDIA ADVISORY: For Immediate Release May 25, 2017 RCAP Releases Statement on Administration’s Budget Cuts WASHINGTON, D.C. - Earlier this week, the Trump Administration released its full budget proposal to Congress. The proposal includes deep cuts to programs that will…
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