Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC)

Calling all housing counselors! Join our interactive course designed to train participants to develop and implement Emergency Preparedness and Continuity of Operations Plans. #housingcounseling #training

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In Marble, Washington, residents rebuilt local leadership and partnered with RCAC to turn a looming water crisis into a path forward—protecting their homes, health and future.

Read more about how Marble came back from the brink: www.rcac.org/town-of-marb...

Thank you to everyone who joined us in Salinas this past weekend for the first session of our Water Leadership Institute! 💧

We’re grateful to all who helped make this kickoff a success and we look forward to continuing this work alongside our local partners and @envdefensefund.bsky.social.

Our first issue of the year is here! In our January 2026 issue of Network News, read about: Kiana, AK; River Grove; Investing in Rural California Infrastructure, community stories, trainings and more!

Read it here: www.rcac.org/network-news...

YouTube video by NBC 7 San Diego A closer look at what's in the Tijuana River Trash Boom project | NBC 7 San Diego

Project update: NBC 7 San Diego gives us a closer look at the trash being caught by the Tijuana River Trash Boom, a project co-led by RCAC and Alter Terra to capture and remove debris before it reaches the ocean.

Watch it here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeHw...

YouTube video by CBS 8 San Diego Tijuana River Trash Boom proving its worth after recent rain storms

Project update: The Tijuana River Trash Boom is two months into its second storm season and has already collected nearly 500 tons of debris. RCAC is proud to co-lead this effort with Alter Terra with support from public and private partners.

Learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xt7S...

Looking back at 2025, we’re proud of the impact RCAC made alongside rural and Indigenous communities—expanding access to funding, training local leaders and supporting community-led projects across the West.

#YearInReview #2025Wrapped #Rural #Water #Lending #CommunitySupport

RCAC’s offices are closed from Dec. 24, 2025, through Jan. 1, 2026, to allow our team to rest and rejuvenate in keeping with our Culture of Care Commitment. We will reopen on Jan. 2, 2026. We wish you a season filled with peace and renewal.

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Did you know Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping can help rural communities locate hidden or aging septic systems — protecting water quality and public health? RCAC uses GIS tools to strengthen rural water and wastewater systems.

Request assistance: www.rcac.org/environmenta...

Read our December 2025 issue of Network News! In this issue: Warmest wishes from RCAC, the Town of Marble, 2025 highlights and more!

Read it here: www.rcac.org/network-news...

It’s #TrainingTuesday! Join RCAC on Jan. 6 for a virtual Recruitment & Retention training. Learn about best practices for advertising, interviewing and hiring water system managers, office staff and operators.

Register here: www.events.rcac.org/assnfe/ev.as...

A photo of a family smiling in front of a house with text that says, "RCAC awarded $150,000 under Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco's AHEAD program. The AHEAD grant will support RCAC's Development Solutions team's efforts to provide long-term capacity and skill-building support in the form of technical assistance, training and predevelopment and development assistance to rural communities throughout our service areas."

West Sacramento, Calif. – The Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco has awarded RCAC $150,000 under its Access to Housing and Economic Assistance for Development (AHEAD) program.

Read more: www.rcac.org/rcac-awarded...

Rural Water and Waste Disposal Programs & Assistance - RCAC RCAC helps rural communities build and finance sustainable water and wastewater systems. Access grants, loans, and expert training. Get assistance today!

Learn more and request assistance: www.rcac.org/environmenta...

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Did you know water utilities must plan years in advance to replace expensive infrastructure — and figure out how to pay for it? RCAC assists rural systems in planning for long-term sustainability and can help your system develop its own capital improvement plan.

Save the date! RCAC and Self-Help Enterprises will be co-hosting the Investing in Rural California Infrastructure series early next year with the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco. Additional details including agenda, speakers and registration information will be provided soon.

A photo of houses with text that says, "Wells Fargo awards $300,000 to support its housing programs. This generous grant from Wells Fargo will support RCAC's Development Solutions, Homeownership and Housing Counseling teams' work to catalyze a stronger housing ecosystem in rural Arizona, California and New Mexico."

PRESS RELEASE: Wells Fargo awarded RCAC $300,000 to support its housing programs. This investment will strengthen RCAC’s Development Solutions, Homeownership and Housing Counseling teams’ efforts to catalyze a stronger housing ecosystem in rural AZ, CA and NM.
Read more: www.rcac.org/wells-fargo-...

It’s #TrainingTuesday! Join RCAC for an online training for Washington systems on Dec. 17 covering the principles and practices of Cost-of-Service Analysis (COSA), a critical tool for setting fair, transparent and financially sustainable rates.

Register here: www.events.rcac.org/assnfe/ev.as...

RCAC partnership empowers Chehalis Tribal Loan Fund to forge new path to homeownership - RCAC OAKVILLE, Wash. – Since 2007, the Chehalis Tribal Loan Fund (CTLF) has worked to create financial opportunities for its community through education, coaching and flexible lending. As a certified Nativ...

With technical assistance from RCAC, the Chehalis Tribal Loan Fund is gaining the expertise to navigate complex federal and state programs, creating a sustainable path to homeownership on trust land.

Read more about this partnership: www.rcac.org/rcac-partner...

Our November 2025 issue of Network News is here! In this issue: In this issue: Chehalis Tribal Loan Fund, community stories, training highlights and more!

Read it here: www.rcac.org/network-news...

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A photo of a canyon and river with kayakers and text that says, "From setback to success: Ancient Wayves rises with federal support. Ancient Wayves River and Hiking Adventures launched just weeks before COVID-19 shutdowns hit. With no access to early federal relief, the Indigenous-owned outfitter in Bears Ears faced losing its dream before it began."

Ancient Wayves launched just weeks before COVID-19 and nearly lost its dream. With support from RCAC's federally-backed Loan Fund, Ancient Wayves received a $25K flexible loan, helping the Indigenous-owned outfitter survive, buy gear and grow.

Read more: www.rcac.org/ancient-wayv...

A photo of a stream with text that says, "Did you know? A septic system typically lasts 15 to 40 years - and failing systems can contaminate rivers and groundwater."

Did you know a septic system typically lasts 15 to 40 years — and failing systems can contaminate rivers and groundwater?* RCAC helps communities maintain and upgrade aging septic systems.

Learn more and request assistance: www.rcac.org/environmenta...

*Source: www.epa.gov/sites/defaul...

Are you a California well owner dealing with a water emergency? We can help! To find out more, visit: www.rcac.org/lending/hous...

Tierra del Sol Housing Corporation - RCAC Tierra del Sol Housing Corporation (TSHC), a longtime regional nonprofit, has been active in New Mexico’s border communities since 1973, with a mission to provide safe, affordable housing through self...

Read more: www.rcac.org/tierra-del-s...
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A photo of a desert landscape with text that says, "Federal investment powers affordable housing in rural New Mexico. In Vado, New Mexico, affordable housing demand far exceeds supply. Tierra del Sol Housing Corporation planned 41 new Self-Help homes, but lacked upfront capital to prepare the land."

In Vado, NM, affordable housing demand far exceeds supply. A $775K short-term loan from RCAC’s federally supported Loan Fund helped Tierra del Sol Housing Corp. prepare land for 41 new Self-Help homes—paving the way for dozens of families to become homeowners.

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Our October 2025 issue of Network News is here! In this issue: How Mora, New Mexico, forged its own path to recovery; community stories, training highlights and more!

Read it here: www.rcac.org/network-news...

Tierra del Sol Housing Corporation - RCAC Tierra del Sol Housing Corporation (TSHC), a longtime regional nonprofit, has been active in New Mexico’s border communities since 1973, with a mission to provide safe, affordable housing through self...

Read more: www.rcac.org/tierra-del-s...

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In Vado, NM, affordable housing demand far exceeds supply. With a $775K short-term loan from RCAC’s federally backed Loan Fund, Tierra del Sol Housing Corporation broke ground on 41 new Self-Help homes—bringing dozens of working families closer to homeownership.

@repgabevasquez.bsky.social

Tierra del Sol Housing Corporation - RCAC Tierra del Sol Housing Corporation (TSHC), a longtime regional nonprofit, has been active in New Mexico’s border communities since 1973, with a mission to provide safe, affordable housing through self...

Read more: www.rcac.org/tierra-del-s...

#CommunitiesFunded #FedFundsAtWork #FundingInAction

#CommunitiesFunded #FedFundsAtWork #FundingInAction