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Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program (California) is sponsored by California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) / U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The CDBG program provides flexible funding for a wide range of community development activities, including economic development, public services, and improved community facilities, with the primary objective of benefiting low- and moderate-income persons.
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Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) | California Department of Housing and Community Development Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) Program Solicitation Period Application portal closed April 3, 2026.
CDBG partners with rural cities and counties to improve the lives of their low- and moderate-income residents through the creation and expansion of community and economic development opportunities in support of livable communities.
HUD Objective: The primary federal objective of the CDBG program is the development of viable urban communities by providing decent housing and a suitable living environment and through expanding economic opportunities, principally, for persons of low- and moderate-income.
“Persons of low and moderate income” are defined as families, households, and individuals whose incomes do not exceed 80 percent of the county median income, adjusted for family or household size.
Notice of Funding Availability Year Document Name Link 2025 NOFA Amendment #1 — 12/15/2025 Download 2025 NOFA Download Apply Now - “Solicitation Page" Apply Now 2025 Appendix A — Community Need Score Download 2025 Appendix B — Housing Element and Growth Control Download 2025 Appendix C — Resolution Template of the Governing Body (Required) Download 2025 Appendix D — CDBG Application Certifications and Statement of Assurances Download 2025 Appendix E — Sample DRAFT Standard Agreement (2024) Download 2025 Appendix F — CDBG Scoring Matrix Download 2025 Appendix G — General Admin Calculator Download CDBG funds are provided as grants to non-entitlement jurisdictions.
Grants can vary based on annual allocations and activity limits.
Must address one of three national objectives: Benefit low- and moderate-income persons Aid in the prevention or elimination of slums and blight, or Planning and Technical Assistance Grants (PTA) are available through the annual Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) Non-entitlement jurisdictions [cities with populations under 50,000 and counties with populations under 200,000 in unincorporated areas that do not participate in the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) CDBG entitlement program].
Non-federally recognized Native American communities and Colonia, as defined by the National Affordable Housing Act of 1990, may apply as partners with eligible jurisdictions.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Funds are available to California communities that do not receive CDBG funding directly from HUD (non-entitlement jurisdictions), including counties with fewer than 200,000 residents in unincorporated areas. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $1,500,000 for Community Development projects; varies for economic development. Up to $27,000,000 available in FY25. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program (California) is funded by California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) / U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in California. 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.
The solicitation lists 3 required documents: Certifications, Statements of assurances, and Governing body resolution. Check the official notice for formatting and page-limit rules.
HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) - Program Activities is sponsored by California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) / U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The HOME program provides funding for a variety of activities to create and retain affordable housing. HCD administers HOME funding for cities and counties that do not receive HOME allocations directly from the federal government.
Emergency Solutions Grants Program (ESG) is sponsored by California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) / U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The ESG program provides grant funding for activities to address homelessness, including engaging homeless individuals and families, rapid re-housing, emergency shelter operations and services, and homelessness prevention.
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program is sponsored by California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) / U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program provides funding opportunities to counties with fewer than 200,000 residents in unincorporated areas. The objective of the program is to assist communities in providing housing, community development, and public service activities. Funds can be used for activities including housing construction, economic development, and other initiatives aimed at providing decent housing to low-income households.
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