Substantial Support for Development of Domestic Strategic Minerals
February 10, 2026 · 6 min read
The federal government has committed unprecedented capital to domestic critical mineral production, creating a generational opportunity for mining and resource companies — and the capital partners that finance them.
Recent allocations include $1.6 billion for USA Rare Earth processing, $2.26 billion for the Thacker Pass lithium project in Nevada, and $500 million for critical mineral processing facilities across multiple states.
These investments reflect a strategic imperative: reducing dependence on foreign supply chains for minerals essential to defense, technology, and clean energy.
Bender-Carey Capital's natural resources subsidiary is positioned to finance private-sector projects that complement these federal investments. We provide capital for exploration, development, and production of critical minerals — from initial geological surveys through operational scale.
For resource companies seeking project financing, our team combines deep industry experience with access to private capital sources that understand the unique risk profile of natural resource projects.