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Celebrating 50 Years
Our executive director has watched and led change since 2007.
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Grocery store upgrades
Alejandro followed his mother's footsteps and opened his own store.
How we helped
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$1.5 million for solar
Henry and John offer solar furnace-building training through a nonprofit on the Pine Ridge Reservation.
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Conservation fellow
Katie developed two pieces of land into pollinator habitats with native species.
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Farm bill update
Congress approves farm bill extension through September 2024
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From the desk of the executive director
Healing and community building required to solve challenges rural places face.
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Unapologetically Rural

We are unapologetically rural. We stand up for the small family farmer and rancher, new business owner, and rural communities. For more than 40 years, we've been a leading force engaging people to build a better rural future. We live this work. Welcome to our rural revolution.

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Offering small business and housing loans in Nebraska.
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Meat Processing

Loans for small- and medium-sized facilities, resources, advocacy.
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Farmers and ranchers

We have programs and resources for beginning, women, veteran, and conventional farmers.
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Policy

Find rural analysis on the topics affecting rural communities.

Frequently Asked Questions

You have questions? We have answers. Here are some of the more common questions we receive. If you don't see what you're looking for here, please send us an email at info@cfra.org.
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Can I watch videos about your work?

Yes. Our staff host regular videos called "Rural Rapport" that describe our work, and many of our webinars are published online. We even have feature and how-to videos. All clips and full features can be found on our YouTube channel. Click here to watch.

How can I donate to the Center for Rural Affairs?

You can donate to the Center in a number of ways.

  • Give online at cfra.org/give - either a one-time donation or you can set up a recurring donation.
  • Check out options to give to our Granary Foundation here.
  • You can mail in donations to: Center for Rural Affairs, PO Box 136, Lyons, NE 68038. 
How can I find the latest news on the farm bill?

Updates on the 2023 farm bill can be found our farm bill page here. Read up on the Center's priorities here.

How do I apply for a home ownership loan?

Our home ownership loans are from $5,000 to $100,000 and can be used for: purchase of home, owner occupied rehabilitation or renovation, or emergency repair to a property in Nebraska. Visit cfra.org/homeloans for more information and to apply online. If you have questions, click here to find your loan specialist.

How do I apply for a small business loan?

Our small business loans are only available in Nebraska. Visit cfra.org/loans to view the types of loans we offer and to apply online. If you have questions, click here to find your loan specialist.

Our Mission

Establish strong rural communities, social and economic justice, environmental stewardship, and genuine opportunity for all while engaging people in decisions that affect the quality of their lives and the future of their communities.

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