We partner with rural and Indigenous communities
RCAC partners with underserved rural and Indigenous communities to achieve their vision and well-being through technical assistance, training, financial resources and advocacy.







Our community stories
Small town, big comeback: how RCAC helped Globe, Arizona reinvent itself
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Small town, big comeback: [...]
Network News April 2025
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In this issue: Pinion Apartments LLC, Town of Nespelem Water Department, Country Haven Utilities Association, training highlights and more!
RCAC and Partners Deploy Trash Boom to Fight Tijuana River Pollution
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IMPERIAL BEACH, Calif. — For decades, the beaches of Imperial Beach have been ground zero for a severe ecological problem that locals can smell before they see. Located just 15 miles south of downtown San Diego, this small coastal community has witnessed an unrelenting assault of raw sewage, industrial waste and debris that the Tijuana River delivers to its doorstep after every significant rainfall.
Our programs
Community Economic Development
RCAC’s comprehensive CED services support rural and Indigenous communities to create a vision, set goals and implement an action plan for community development projects.
Community Resilience and Disaster Planning
CRDP supports communities to build a legacy of economic and business resilience, safety and sustainability, creating a strong foundation for future generations.
Environmental
RCAC works with rural water, wastewater and solid waste systems to ensure they are sustainable and able to provide safe, reliable drinking water to their communities.
Housing
RCAC’s housing programs support organizations that develop affordable single- and multifamily homes and operate programs that prepare rural residents for homeownership.
Indigenous Communities
All RCAC services are available to and have a priority to work with tribes and Indigenous communities. In addition, there are programs designed specifically for tribes.
Rooted Relative Fund
The RRF is a reciprocal relationship lending initiative that will provide patient capital to Indigenous entrepreneurs.
