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Find similar grantsCommunity Development Block Grant (CDBG) Programs - Opportunities and Threats Fund is sponsored by Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA). Emergency funding for projects that address imminent threats to public health, safety, or welfare. This program has also been used to fund projects that demonstrate sustainable community activities.
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Opportunities and Threats Fund | Economic Development & Finance Authority Opportunities and Threats Fund Community Development Programs A portion of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds are reserved for communities facing an imminent threat to the public requiring immediate assistance. These funds may also be used by communities seeing an opportunity to demonstrate sustainable community activities.
The program is funded through the federal CDBG program. The goal of this program is to provide economic opportunities for people, especially those of low- and moderate income.
Health and Safety Threat Projects An immediate threat must exist to health, safety or community welfare that requires immediate action The threat must result from unforeseeable and unavoidable circumstances or events Must meet one of the three national objectives of the CDBG program No known alternative project or action would be more feasible than the proposed project Sufficient other local, state or federal funds (including the competitive CDBG program) either are not available or cannot be obtained within the time frame necessary to address the problem Opportunity for Sustainable Community Activities Must meet one of the three national objectives of the CDBG program Consistent with sustainability and smart growth principles Provides a beneficial impact on the standard of living and quality of life of proposed beneficiaries Ready to proceed and be completed in a timely manner Leverages the maximum amount of local funds possible Will continue to remain viable after CDBG assistance Meets funding standards established by the minimum funding criteria set forth in the rule Applicants provide adequate information to Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) on total project design and cost, as requested Innovative and could be replicated in other communities Meets or exceeds the minimum building and site design criteria established by the IEDA Applications are accepted at any time during the year, as funds are available.
Contact the CDBG team for information regarding the availability of funds. Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Team
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Iowa communities facing an imminent threat. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Applications for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Programs - Opportunities and Threats Fund are due September 1, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Programs - Opportunities and Threats Fund is funded by Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Iowa. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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