Additional Funding Resources on the Internet: The Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance lists all of the financial and technical grant and assistance programs in the federal government and can be searched electronically by topic for potential funding sources. The Federal Register is a daily publication of Federal agencies and organizations, which highlights notices of available funding. The State of Wisconsin's Intergovernmental Relations Federal Grant Assistance website includes weekly highlights of grants from the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance, archived grants, tips on applying for federal grants and links to other sources of information. Resources to Start a Small Business: U. S. Small Business Administration or 1-800-U-ASK-SBA USDA Rural Development: Rural Business - Cooperative Service State of Wisconsin Department of Commerce or 1-800-HELPBUSiness Resources to Buy a Home: U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development USDA Rural Development Fannie Mae

Every year, the federal government provides grant money to support local projects, from medical research to transportation initiatives. I remain committed to pursuing federal funding opportunities that promote projects of importance to the people of Wisconsin. The following information should help guide you through online funding information and useful links. If I can be of assistance to you or your organization in identifying a specific funding program or grants you may be eligible for, I welcome your inquiries. Please feel free to contact me via my web form or in my Milwaukee Senate office.

We all know how important the education of our children is to the overall success of this country. Grant funding is available at the state and federal level for everything from teacher training to classroom equipment to specialty programs. Funding opportunities are also available for colleges and universities. In addition, I encourage you to explore the U.S. Department of Education and Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction websites for funding resources that may be of interest to your school.

U.S. Department of Education

Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

Fire and law enforcement agencies are indispensable to the safety and well-being of Wisconsin communities. Federal funding opportunities are available at the state and federal levels to support training, equipment, technical assistance and prevention programs.

U.S. Department of Justice

Wisconsin Office of Justice Assistance

U.S. Fire Administration

There are numerous federal programs designed to improve both urban and rural communities through increased housing resources, updated public facilities and economic development. Additionally, the Wisconsin Department of Commerce funds projects that spark community renewal and business investment.

Department of Housing and Urban Development

Economic Development Administration

U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of Rural Development

U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of Community Development

WI Department of Commerce