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Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Planning Grants is sponsored by Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA). Funding to help rural communities develop long-term, holistic improvement plans for infrastructure, broadband, and downtown revitalization.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Non-entitlement units of local government (rural cities, towns, and counties in Indiana) that meet Housing and Community Development Act goals and can demonstrate a minimum 8% local match. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $20,000 - $90,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was March 1, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Planning Grants is funded by Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Indiana. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Construction Grants - Blight Clearance Program (BCP) is sponsored by Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA). The Blight Clearance Program offers grants for the acquisition, demolition, clearance, or remediation of blighted residential and non-residential structures. Funding is calculated at $5,000 per project beneficiary.
Community Development Block Grant Program: CDBG Construction Grants (Public Facilities) is sponsored by Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA). Offers competitive grants to units of local government in rural Indiana for projects including improvements to public facilities, historic preservation, and other infrastructure enhancements. This specific grant focuses on rehabilitation and restoration of public facilities.
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