Rural Development Initiatives – Helping Rural Communities Thrive

Mission Slide

Strengthening Rural People, Places, & Economies

It’s a critical time for rural America.

Servicios en Español

RDI proporciona servicios y programas en español a las comunidades rurales de latinos por todo el noroeste pacífico.

ROI Entrepreneurship

Rural Entrepreneurship

Discover lessons learned from ecosystem building in Oregon.

Rural Matters

Rural Matters

Read about what's happening in rural communities throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

what we do

RDI’s programs center around the mission to create thriving rural communities.

who we are

Meet RDI’s rural experts.

Where we work

RDI works in rural communities throughout the Pacific Northwest.

"Dare I say that if they were a rainbow, I'd be heading to one end with a bucket, that's how valuable their work is."
-RDI Program Participant

Find events, trainings, and other opportunities in rural communities.

Donate today to help rural communities thrive.

Rural Matters

Our stories and announcements highlight some of our favorite projects from living and working in rural, shine a light on rural, and let you know what's happening in rural communities throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond.