The rural development center is supported by rural electric and broadband cooperatives operating in North Dakota with additional funding from a USDA Rural Cooperative Development Grant. Our team assists rural communities in fostering new and expanded businesses and services for the benefit of the people who live there. Learn More

Our Mission is powering grassroots efforts with development experience and resources to assure quality of life in North Dakota’s communities.

RD Brochure

View or download the brochure for more information and a description of services offered by the Rural Development Center.

RDFC


The Rural Development Finance Corporation (RDFC) is playing a valuable role in financing for North Dakota communities.

ND REC Foundation

NDREC Foundation

A public charity created to expand our capacity to offer technical assistance. 

Child Care Cooperatives

Child Care Cooperatives make it possible to bring child care in to communities where none exists.

Regional Food Business Center

North Central USDA Regional Food Business Center
NDAREC is providing critical assistance in support of a more resilient, diverse and competitive food system in North Dakota.

Home Care Cooperatives

Home Care Cooperatives build wealth, increase job quality for caregivers and provide high quality care to patients.

Rural Grocers

A partnership to bring resources and information to local growers and grocers. 

Rural Development Map

A snapshot of projects assisted by the rural electric and telecommunications development center.

Dakotas America

Dedicated to measurable impacts that enhance the quality of life for individuals and communities.