Dedicated to Generating New Economic Opportunity in Rural Communities

Community Lenders: Awards are now available. Learn More & Apply Online →

Introducing the Green Bank for Rural America

We are more than a new bank.

We understand that rural communities have long been at the heart of energy production in America, powering the growth of our nation. We aim to build upon that tradition by helping rural communities gain the most benefit from the new energy economy.

To that end, we provide capital and technical assistance awards that enable local public and nonprofit lenders in Appalachia and across the nation to invest in a wide range of new energy projects in their own rural communities.

Create good jobs that stay in rural communities, helping local communities thrive

Help families and businesses save, build wealth, and increase profitability, creating a more prosperous future

Create healthier communities while preserving the quality of life in rural areas.

By helping to build diversified local economies, the Green Bank is generating new opportunities that can ensure the economic resilience of America’s rural communities for generations to come.

Community Lenders

Awards are available now. Apply online for capitalization and technical assistance awards.

Community Lenders, Borrowers, and Local Leaders

We offer technical assistance through six specialized hubs, including tools, training, and consultative support to communities, businesses, and lenders.

Technical Assistance Providers

We are looking for experienced technical assistance providers to support community lenders, project developers, business owners and local leaders across the nation. We are accepting proposals now.

Connect with Us

Join us in powering rural communities. Sign up to receive news and updates about our work and to learn how we are investing to help rural communities prosper in the new energy economy.