Socially-Disadvantaged Groups Grant in Michigan

The primary objective of the Socially Disadvantaged Groups Grant (SDGG) program is to provide technical assistance to socially-disadvantaged groups through cooperatives and Cooperative Development Centers.

Eligible applicants are limited to cooperative development centers, individual cooperatives, or groups of cooperatives that serve socially disadvantaged groups and where a majority of the governing board or board of directors is comprised of individuals who are members of socially disadvantaged groups. While the applicant cooperative or center can be located in any geographic area, the recipient groups being assisted must be located in an eligible rural area.

Grants must be used specifically to provide technical assistance to socially-disadvantaged groups in rural communities. Allowable technical assistance activities include feasibility studies, business plans, strategic planning, and leadership training.

To apply, applicants must have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) and obtain a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and CAGE code. Applicants must review the applicable Federal Register notice and complete the required forms, including the SDGG Application Template, letters of commitment or support from partner organizations, and a detailed work plan and budget, submitted before the established deadline.