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 provides training, technical and financial resources and advocacy so rural communities can achieve their goals and visions. For more than 35 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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Friday, Mar 03, 2017

Posted in: Alaska, Featured News, Wastewater

Palmer awarded USDA Rural Development funds

The city of Palmer, Alaska will begin much needed upgrades to its wastewater system after receiving $8.3 million in funds…
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Thursday, Mar 02, 2017

Posted in: California, Employment, Featured News

RCAC seeks rural development specialist – environmental trainee (Northern California or Central Coast)

Do you understand water and wastewater principles but want to see them in action? Imagine yourself learning how to help . . .
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Wednesday, Mar 01, 2017

Posted in: Agua4All, Press Release

Merced County schools celebrate progress to ensure students have access to safe drinking water

Dignity Health, The California Endowment, RCAC and Le Grand and Planada school districts will gather to unveil water bottle filling stations that have been installed through the Agua4All campaign in elementary, middle and high schools. The celebration is at Le Grand High School gymnasium, 12961 E Le Grand Road in Le Grand on Thursday, March 9, at 10 a.m.
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The @RWJF Culture of Health Prize recognizes communities working at the forefront of advancing health, opportunity, and equity for all. Each winner’s story reflects the work of an entire community—
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