Together, America Prospers

Water & Waste Disposal Technical 

Assistance & Training Grants

What does this 

program do?

This program helps qualified, 

private nonprofits provide 

technical assistance and 

training to identify and evaluate 

solutions to water and waste 

problems; helps applicants 

prepare applications for water 

and waste disposal loans/grants; 

and helps associations improve 

the operation and maintenance 

of water and waste facilities in 

eligible rural areas.

Who may apply?

Nonprofits that have the proven 

ability, background, experience, 

and capacity to provide technical 

assistance or training on a 

national, regional, or state basis.

What is an eligible area?

• Rural areas and towns with 

populations of 10,000 or less. 

To check eligibility visit 

https://eligibility.sc.egov.usda.gov/.

• Tribal lands in rural areas

How may the funds be used?

• To identify and evaluate solutions to 

water problems related to source, 

storage, treatment, distribution, 

collection, treatment, and disposal.

• To provide technical assistance and 

training to improve management, 

operations and maintenance of 

water and waste disposal systems.

• To prepare water and waste disposal 

loan and grant applications

Are there terms for grants?

• The project period for these grants is 

one year starting Oct. 1 and ending 

Sept. 30

• Applicant contributions must be 

used before USDA grant funds

• This is a reimbursement grant

• Grants are subject to the availability 

of funds

How do we get started?

The latest application materials 

and resources can be found on the 

To Apply tab on the Program page at 

https://www.rd.usda.gov/programsservices/water-waste-disposaltechnical-assistance-training-grants. 

Multi-state or national applications are 

accepted through the RD national office. 

Program resources are available online 

(forms, guidance, certifications, etc.).

Who currently participates in 

this program?

• The previous year Technical 

Assistance and Training Grant 

Recipients can be found on the 

Technical Assistance and Training 

Grant Program overview tab.

Who can answer questions?

• Contact your local RD office by 

visiting https://www.rd.usda.gov/

page/state-offices

• National Office contact: 

Lorrie A. Davis, (202) 720-1938, 

Lorrie.davis@usda.gov

What governs this program?

• Code of Federal Regulations, 

7 CFR 1775 (https://www.ecfr.gov)

• Section 306(a)(14)(A) of the 

Consolidated Farm and 

Rural Development 

Act 7 U.S.C. 1921 et seq.

Why does USDA Rural Development 

do this?

This program helps small communities 

extend and improve water and waste 

treatment facilities for households 

and businesses. Good practices can 

save tax dollars, improve the natural 

environment, and may be necessary 

for manufacturers and other types 

of businesses to locate or expand 

operations.

NOTE: Because citations and other information may be subject to change, 

please always consult the program instructions listed in the section above 

titled “What Governs This Program?” You may also contact your local office for 

assistance. You will find additional forms, resources, and program information at 

www.rd.usda.gov. USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.

Last Updated November 2020