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Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program (Arkansas) is sponsored by Arkansas Department of Commerce, Division of Rural Services. The CDBG program provides flexible funding to carry out a wide range of community development activities directed toward neighborhood revitalization, economic development, and improved community facilities/services.
This can include construction or improvements of community facilities like youth centers and homeless shelters, and expansion of public services to serve low-income persons.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Non-entitlement jurisdictions (cities with populations under 50,000 and counties with populations under 200,000 in unincorporated areas). Non-federally recognized Native American communities and Colonia may apply as partners with eligible jurisdictions. All CDBG-funded activities must meet one of three national objectives: (1) Benefit low- and moderate-income persons; (2) Aid in the prevention or elimination of slums and blight; or (3) Meet certain community development needs having a particular urgency. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program (Arkansas) is funded by Arkansas Department of Commerce, Division of Rural Services. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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