Acronyms

Develops and executes innovative business strategies and cost-effective contracting solutions to facilitate Rural Development’s mission.

One of the three main mission areas of USDA Rural Development. It administers various economic development programs to rural communities in the United States and its territories.

A mission area within the United States Department of Agriculture which runs programs intended to improve the economy and quality of life in rural America

Cooperative agreements administered by the Innovation Center

A program administered by the Rural Utilities Service.

One of the three main mission areas of USDA Rural Development. It operates a broad range of programs to provide moderate- low- and very-low-income Americans in rural communities with various forms of housing and community facilities.

One of the three main mission areas of USDA Rural Development. It administers programs that provide infrastructure or infrastructure improvements to rural communities. These include water and waste treatment, electric power, and telecommunications services.

A forum for public and private partners created by the Innovation Center to help increase access to workforce opportunities across rural America

A grant program administered by Program information

Provides customer satisfaction by delivering superior information solutions and engaging frequently and effectively with customers to enrich their experience with RD Programs. The Technology office provides IT leadership, sets the mission, vision and direction for the IT organization, guides and coordinates project execution, is accountable for all IT functions, and prepares and issues internal and external IT communications.

Used in signatures and signature blocks from members of the U.S. Senate