Rural Energy for America Program (REAP)
USDA Rural Development
⚠ Program Status Uncertain
REAP grants work differently under the Oct. 1, 2026 rule: projects must be built and running before you apply, the grant covers at most 25% of project cost, and applications open only in an annual window USDA has not announced yet. Do not start a project counting on the old 50% grant.
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Deadlines listed here are sourced from official USDA, NRCS, and FSA publications but may vary by state and are subject to change — especially given recent agency restructuring. Always confirm dates and program availability with your local USDA service center before planning your application.
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Funding Amount
$1,500 to $500,000 (energy systems) or $250,000 (efficiency); grant covers up to 25% of cost
Deadline
Next window not announced yet
USDA published a new REAP rule on Oct. 1, 2026, effective Oct. 16. Under it, you build the project first, run it for 12 months, then apply with actual energy data. USDA has not announced the next grant application window yet. Loan guarantees are still available.
Last checked October 15, 2026 against the official source.
About This Program
Grants and loan guarantees for renewable energy systems and energy efficiency improvements on farms and rural small businesses.
Who's Eligible
- ✓ Agricultural producers
- ✓ Rural small businesses
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