REDLG

Electric cooperatives have long played a vital role in economic development, investing in essential community projects through the USDA Rural Economic Development Loan (REDL) and Grant (REDG) program (REDLG).

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Supporting Local Economic Growth with Zero-Interest Funding

Available through Sunflower’s member distribution cooperatives, this program provides zero-interest funding for up to 10 years, covering up to 80% of project costs through a competitive selection process.

Funding Opportunities:

  • Public Purpose Projects – Up to $300,000 for cities, counties, nonprofits, or medical for-profit businesses serving the community. Eligible projects include fire trucks, hospital expansions, and library improvements.
  • Economic Development Projects – Up to $1,000,000 for new or expanding businesses that create or retain jobs. Examples include motels, tire recycling facilities, and manufacturing equipment purchases.

Sunflower provides loan application packaging at no cost to applicants. Contact your local rural electric cooperative to learn more about eligibility and funding opportunities.