Community development organizations, municipalities, and nonprofits can access federal funding for neighborhood revitalization, infrastructure improvements, economic development, and services for low- and moderate-income residents through Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) and other programs.
CDBG alone distributes over $3 billion annually to communities across America. Additional funding comes from the Economic Development Administration, HUD's Choice Neighborhoods, and other federal initiatives.
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The CDBG program is the largest federal community development program, providing formula grants to entitlement communities and states. Competitive CDBG grants are also available for specific initiatives, ranging from $500,000 to $5 million.
The Economic Development Administration funds infrastructure projects that support economic development, job creation, and regional competitiveness. Awards typically range from $500,000 to $10 million.
Choice Neighborhoods transforms distressed public and assisted housing into mixed-income communities. Planning grants award up to $500,000; implementation grants range from $20 million to $50 million.
This program allows CDBG entitlement communities to borrow against future CDBG allocations for large-scale economic development and infrastructure projects. Loans can reach $35 million or more.
USDA Rural Development funds essential community facilities in rural areas. Grants cover up to 75% of project costs, with awards ranging from $50,000 to $2 million.
Agency: Economic Development Administration
Typical Award: $25,000,000 - $100,000,000
Summary: Supports transformative regional economic development projects that strengthen supply chains, grow industry clusters, create quality jobs, and build inclusive prosperity across communities.
Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Typical Award: $1,000,000 - $500,000,000+
Summary: Provides flexible funding for disaster recovery, long-term rebuilding, infrastructure restoration, and housing rehabilitation in communities affected by presidentially-declared disasters.
Agency: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Typical Award: $500,000 - $5,000,000
Summary: Supports locally-prioritized projects including affordable housing, community facilities, infrastructure, and economic development initiatives through congressional earmarks.
Community development grant eligibility varies but typically includes:
Successful community development grants typically support:
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