$2 million in CDBG funding available now



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april 18, 2024

$2 million available now

Community Development Block Grant General Purpose grants for eligible communities

The Washington State Department of Commerce Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program has $2 million in General Purpose grant funding [ [link removed] ] currently available for low- and moderate-income communities. An additional $11 million in funding is anticipated later this year.

Commerce is accepting applications on an ongoing basis through 2024. Applications submitted for CDBG General Purpose grants will be considered for currently available funding and for the funding expected later this year.

*Eligibility*

General Purpose grants are intended for HUD?s non-entitlement cities, towns and counties [ [link removed] ] in Washington state and help support capital development of:?


* Public facilities, such as water, wastewater, streets and sidewalks
* Community facilities, such as community centers, libraries, food banks and fire stations
* Local assistance programs, such as housing rehabilitation

Special purpose districts, public housing authorities, community action agencies and other non-profit organizations *are not eligible to apply directly* to the state CDBG Program for funding, but may be partners in projects through an eligible city/town or county applicant.

*How to apply*

To apply, review our General Purpose grant guidelines [ [link removed] ] and complete the eligibility form. [ [link removed] ] Once eligibility is confirmed, Commerce staff will help with determining project readiness and work with you on additional requirements.

*Funding amounts*

Grants will be awarded based on availability and project type. Maximum awards are:


* Up to $2 million for construction and acquisition projects
* Up to $500,000 for local housing rehabilitation and assistance programs
* Up to $250,000 for local microenterprise assistance programs
* Investment limit is $50,000 per household

*Background*

The Washington State CDBG Program is funded by the U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Small, rural cities/towns and counties that are not entitled to receive CDBG funds directly from HUD can apply for a state CDBG grant.

Questions?

Email?Jon Galow <[email protected]>, CDBG Program Manager

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