Educational Opportunities

Events / Learning March 19,2026 | Virtual Data, AI, and Digital Resilience –This session explores how enterprises are strengthening digital resilience using cloud-native capabilities, including AWS services that unify observability, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence to detect, respond, and recover faster. Register March 26, 2026 | In Person –  Federal Partners Coalition – Join us for […]

Events / Learning Mar 12, 2026 | Virtual The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Indian Energy will detail the specific energy project challenges encountered and the innovative solutions implemented in two remote Alaskan villages–Kawerak and Igiugig. Register Here March 14-18, 2026 | In Person National League of Cities’ 2026 Congressional City Conference–Congressional City

Events / Learning Feb.19-20, 2026 Hybrid USDA’s 102nd Annual Agricultural Outlook Forum–This is your chance to connect with top professionals in the agriculture industry and gain insights into the future of agriculture! Save the date and plan to attend either in-person at the event in Arlington, Virginia or online. Registration Opening Soon Apr.14-17, 2026 Hybrid In-Person

Dec. 23, 2025 | Virtual – Water and Environmental Programs Emergency Response Training – The Midwest Assistance Program trains rural communities to be aware, prepared and resilient in the event of any type of emergency. Register Here Jan.19-20, 2026 | Virtual – New Year, New Priorities: Resetting Focus, Strategy & Momentum for 2026 – Leadership Connect

Events / Learning     9/18 | Virtual – Financial Literacy for Small Businesses – U.S. Small Business Administration will introduce participants to bookkeeping, financial statements, metrics, how to get ready to apply for a business loan and more. Register here. 9/25 | Virtual – Join Native CDFIs nationwide for a vital Zoom session on cybersecurity,

Resources  Disaster Resiliency and Recovery Guide — USDA RD developed this guide as a resource for rural communities seeking disaster resiliency and recovery assistance. Physical Therapy Telehealth Research Study for Veterans – This research study evaluates the effect of a structured physical therapy program for Veterans experiencing physical difficulties in their day-to-day life. The program is

Resources  USDA Rural Development Executive Overview – USDA RD provides an executive overview of their programs and mission. Focusing exclusively on rural America, RD offer loans and grants to eligible individuals, businesses, and communities, encouraging homeownership, growth in business and manufacturing, and community wellbeing. RD also partners with private lenders to offer loan guarantees, providing

Resources  Rural America Placemaking Toolkit — A resource guide to showcase a variety of placemaking activities, projects, and success stories across rural America. This toolkit can help to identify placemaking projects that align with your community capacity. The Rural Data Gateway strengthens USDA Rural Development (RD) partnerships with rural people, entrepreneurs, government officials and Congress by making RD’s

Resources  USDA Eligibility Tool — USDA Rural Development offers a tool to help potential applicants determine their income and property eligibility for USDA Rural Development program assistance. NIFA Grants Application Guide — March 2025 —The NIFA Grants Application Guide provides guidance for the preparation and submission of National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) grant applications

Find Your Local Service Center — USDA Service Centers are locations where you can connect with Farm Service Agency, Natural Resources Conservation Service, or Rural Development employees for your business needs. Click on your state and county to find your local service center and agency offices. USDA Rural Development, Rural America’s Partner to Expand Access