Reconnecting Communities Tribal/Rural/Nonprofit Webinar – 8/4/22 - Register Now
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Tribal/Rural/Nonprofit Focus: Reconnecting Communities Grant Program Overview Webinar
DOT is hosting a webinar on the new Reconnecting Communities Pilot (RCP) discretionary grant program specifically aimed at Tribal, rural, small local government, and nonprofit applicants, and applicants newer to applying to DOT grants on August 4, 2022, at 3:00 pm EST. Register here.
This webinar will provide a general overview of the program, examples applicable to rural and Tribal communities, the role of non-profits, and thoroughly explain eligibility and match requirements.
Additional Webinars
Second “Interested in Applying?” Webinar - Today
In case you could not join us July 14, DOT is hosting another Reconnecting Communities “Interested in Applying?” Webinar today, Thursday, July 28 at 2:00 pm EST. Register here.
Capital Construction Webinar
DOT is hosting a webinar focused on Capital Construction on Monday, August 22 at 2:00 pm EST. Topics will include pre-requisites, eligibility, award and cost sharing information, and project readiness evaluation requirements related specifically to Capital Construction grant applications. Register here.
Benefit Cost Analysis Webinar
DOT is hosting a Benefit Cost Analysis (BCA) webinar specifically for the Reconnecting Communities Pilot Program (RCP) on Tuesday, August 30 at 3:00 pm EST. This webinar will cover departmental guidance for BCA as it relates to the RCP discretionary grant program application. In addition to a brief overview of the RCP Program, the webinar will include a presentation of project-specific BCA examples from the Office of the Chief Economist. BCA is required for Capital Construction applications for the RCP program. Register here.
FAQs
We have added several new FAQs to the website:
Grant Awards, Funding, and Match
- Can other Federal grant funds be used in addition to the RCP grant funds?
- Is there a local match requirement for Reconnecting Communities grants?
- May Federal funds be used to satisfy the 20% local match requirement?
Eligibility to Apply
- What is an eligible facility?
- May universities apply and serve as the applicant and recipient for RCP grants?
- What proof should a nonprofit applicant provide to establish they are a nonprofit?
Eligible Activities and Projects
- Is the cost of acquiring land for a construction project or right of way eligible under either of the grants?
Contact Us
Please subscribe to receive information about future webinars and program updates.
If you have questions, email us at ReconnectingCommunities@dot.gov. We will respond to your email through your question’s inclusion in our FAQ posted on the website.
Have a great day!
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