RCAC’s programs and services deliver solutions to complex community needs. Our local presence allows us to develop partnerships with communities to identify needs, set goals, and select the best options to meet those goals. RCAC and our partners provide the tools to create change and growth, but the communities chart their own course. Collaboration, plus community effort will equal community change. How can we help you?

RCAC’s Loan Fund is a financial resource for rural communities. The Loan Fund fills financing gaps and serves in unconventional markets. We offer loans for affordable housing development, environmental infrastructure, community facilities and small businesses in rural locations.

Decent housing, safe drinking water, education, financing, jobs, community facilities, leadership, families are the many facets to RCAC's work.

RCAC expands the knowledge base of the rural public through education and training. Our training expertise is in technical, financial, and administrative issues that affect rural communities. We take great pride in our professional trainer team's capacity and effectiveness. Our trainers maximize audience participation to keep trainings relevant and memorable.

RCAC's news and publications are a compilation of timely news, announcements and accomplishments produced for the rural development world.

Sub-standard housing and poverty are commonplace in low-income rural communities. Many of these communities also face daunting challenges to access safe, clean drinking water and to develop other vital infrastructure. These issues are often overlooked in policy because rural communities lack the resources, training or social networks that are found in urban areas. Learn how you can advocate for the under-served population in the West.

Founded in 1978, RCAC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that partners with rural and Indigenous communities to achieve their vision and well being through technical assistance, training, financial resources and advocacy. For more than 45 years, our dedicated staff and active board, coupled with our key values: leadership, collaboration, commitment, quality and integrity, have helped effect positive change in rural communities across the West. Learn more about who we are and how we operate.

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Murat Unal named RCAC’s Chief Financial Officer
Murat Unal joined Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC) as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) on January 8 to oversee the organization’s financial operations and fiscal health. Unal steps into the CFO role, with interim CFO, Anjali Sheth remaining as RCAC’s Controller.
RCAC Loan Fund closes 35 loans in 10 western states
West Sacramento, CA – During its fiscal year 2023 second quarter, Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC) closed 35 loans, which totaled $21,462,866, in Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Nevada, Oregon, Utah and Washington...

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Sweet RELieF: RCAC loan helps woman-owned organic farm flourish amid pandemic
When COVID-19 struck, Rock Front Ranch in California’s Cuyama Valley faced an uncertain future. With a $25,000 loan from RCAC's RELieF program and dedicated training from RCAC's BRE team, this regenerative organic farm not only weathered the storm but emerged with an even stronger foundation for future success.
RCAC and CEDC Provide Hope and Homes for Working Families in California’s South Coast
Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC) and Cabrillo Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) are on a mission to make affordable housing a reality for struggling families in Ventura County, California and the surrounding region

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Network News March 2024

In this issue: Insights from Willcox, HUD Awards over $396,000 to RCAC, Ari Neumann, training highlights and more!

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Self-Help Builder March 2024

The Importance of Congress Increasing Funding for Rural Housing, Shining a Spotlight on Self-Help Housing, SHARES Data Entry, Dear Sher and more!

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Network News February 2024

In this issue: RCAC interviews Patricia Dominguez, New Mexico USDA Rural Development Director; stories from New Mexico; training highlights and more!

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Thursday, Apr 25, 2024

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Network News April 2024

In this issue: RCAC 2023 Annual Report, Creating the Mora County Alliance, Nevada USDA Rural Development Director, training highlights and more!
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RCAC Interview: Lucas Ingvoldstad, Nevada USDA Rural Development Director

In this issue, we speak with Patricia Dominguez, USDA-RD State Director for New Mexico. A native of rural Peñasco in northern New Mexico, Dominguez brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the rural Southwest to her role.
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Wednesday, Mar 27, 2024

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Network News March 2024

In this issue: Insights from Willcox, HUD Awards over $396,000 to RCAC, Ari Neumann, training highlights and more!
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