Rural Communities Opportunity Grant

Rural Communities Opportunity Grant Opens: Sept. 14, 2026 Closes: October 30, 2026 Annual Reporting Period: May 15-Aug. 1, 2026 Eligible rural communities are encouraged to apply for the Rural Communities Opportunity Grant (RCOG). Eligible rural communities include: Counties of the sixth class metro townships located within those counties Municipalities with a population of 10,000 or less in counties of the second class Associations of Governments The RCOG empowers rural communities to take responsibility for economic development activities, and to manage their unique opportunities. The grant addresses the economic development needs of rural communities, which include: Business expansion Workforce training and development Infrastructure,   industrial building development,  and capital facilities improvements for business development Competitive Application The RCOG is competitive and requires a funding match based on the community’s population. Applications are scored based on their quality, proposed budget, economic development projects and activities descriptions, and the measurable outcomes related to improving the community’s overall economy. Applicants are required to justify the economic development need for the grant and the amount of funding requested. Matching funds will also be required. RCOG Application Opens: Sept. 14, 2026 Closes: October 30, 2026 Apply Here City/Town Populations of 10,000 or Less Rural Communities Opportunity Grant - CY 2025 Cities and towns with a population of 10,000 or less in counties of the second class that qualify as eligible, primary work locations (CY 2025) Davis County Fruit Heights South Weber Sunset City West Bountiful Utah County Cedar Fort Cedar Hills Elk Ridge Fairfield Genola Goshen Woodland Hills Weber County Farr West Harrisville Hooper Huntsville Marriott-Slaterville Plain City Riverdale Uintah Washington Terrace Resources County Economic Opportunity Advisory Board Guide & Training Rural Communities Opportunity Grant Information and Instructions (PDF) Rural Communities Opportunity Grant One-pager (PDF)