📅 Deadline: Varies by local jurisdiction — contact your city/county
Amount
Varies — distributed through local governments
Provider
US Dept. of Housing & Urban Development
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About this program
CDBG funds flow from HUD to states, cities, and counties, which then fund local projects. Eligible uses include housing rehabilitation, small business assistance, public facility improvements, and services for low/moderate-income residents. Businesses and nonprofits apply to their local government, not HUD directly. The best-kept secret in community development funding.
Who qualifies?
Local governments, nonprofits, and businesses apply through their city or county CDBG administrator. Projects must benefit low/moderate-income communities.
What you get
Varies widely — housing rehabilitation grants, small business loans or grants, public facility improvements, and social service funding — all determined locally.
Requirements
- ✓Project must benefit low/moderate-income residents
- ✓Varies significantly by local jurisdiction
- ✓Usually requires detailed project description and budget
How to apply
- 1Contact your city, county, or state housing/community development office
- 2Ask specifically about CDBG funding cycles and eligible uses
- 3Applications are competitive and local priorities vary
- 4Work with your local government's planning department
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Apply at the official source
Always verify deadlines and requirements directly with the granting organization before applying.
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