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USDA Supports Oregon Entrepreneurs with Technical Assistance Grant to Regional Accelerator Innovation Network

(Portland, Ore., Oct. 2, 2026) — U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development Oregon State Director Jim Carmack today announced that the agency is awarding a $99,942 grant to Regional Accelerator Innovation Network (RAIN) to support rural entrepreneurs.

“Entrepreneurs are really what keep rural economies moving forward,” said Carmack. “By backing RAIN’s work and its far-reaching network and methods, USDA is investing in rural Oregonians who build ideas into businesses that strengthen their communities.”

USDA Announces $200,000 for Caro District Library Accessibility

U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development Michigan State Director Dom Restuccia today announced a $200,000 grant for the Caro District Library.  

“Libraries hold a special place in rural communities, and accessibility is a key concern,” said Restuccia. “Thanks to the leadership of President Donald Trump and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, we are able to help communities make their facilities more accessible and give them resources they would not have had.”

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