Impact - RDFC Grant

Commitment to Community

Rural Development Finance Corporation grants awarded

Cass County Electric Cooperative (CCEC) has joined the Rural Development Finance Corporation (RDFC) to support nonprofit entities and communities in our rural service area, distributing $3,000 to three separate initiatives.

As a member of the RDFC, CCEC has an allocation of funds available to increase awareness of their more extensive loan program that funds community-based projects and nonprofit entities with low-interest loans. Community groups in CCEC’s service area are eligible to apply for a grant of up to $3,000 for community-based projects each year.

The RDFC is a North Dakota nonprofit finance and development corporation. RDFC’s member-owners are the North Dakota Rural Electric Cooperatives, nine North Dakota Rural Telecommunication Cooperatives, and the North Dakota Association of Rural Electric Cooperatives. RDFC encourages economic diversification and community vitality by generating funding that supports sustainable asset building.

“One of Cass County Electric Cooperative’s core values is Commitment to Community,” said Paul Matthys, CCEC vice president of member and energy services. “These grants are our way of helping to ensure that our rural communities enjoy a vibrant and fulfilling quality of life.”

RDFC has recently granted $1,000 to the Arthur Fire Department. Grant funds will be used to purchase personal protective equipment (turnout gear, boots, and gloves) for firefighters. Another $1,000 grant went to Valley City Fire & Rescue to replace their dive rescue boat.

The final $1,000 grant went to the Fort Ransom Community Club. The Fort Ransom Community Club consists of residents of the community and surrounding area, dedicated to organizing city events, maintaining city property and beautification, promoting the area, and encouraging community involvement and interaction. Grant funds will be used to replace the double-entry doors with commercial doors by Valley Glass Shop.

For more information about the grants, click here.