What is the Community Development Block Grant Program?
- The CDBG program provides funding on an annual basis for local projects that address a variety of housing, public service, and community development needs.
- Eligible applicants for CDBG funds include local nonprofit organizations and local government entities in Loudoun County or those mainly serving Loudoun County residents.
- Organizations within the community can compete for these funds through an annual application process.
- Proposed projects should address the goals of the CDBG program, which include providing affordable housing opportunities, revitalizing neighborhoods, renovating substandard housing, providing public services and expanding economic development opportunities, primarily for persons of low and moderate income.
- The funds must be used based on guidelines outlined by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Application Process
The CDBG Program Year 17 (2020-2021) competitive application was released September 20, 2019. The deadline to apply was November 8, 2019. The application remains online for informational purposes.
A workshop on how to apply for CDBG funds was held October 9, 2019.
A CDBG program public hearing on housing and community development needs was held October 23, 2019, by the Family Services Advisory Board.
For More Information
For more information about the Community Development Block Grant Program, email CDBG Program Assistant Sandra Berrios or call 703-777-5731.
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