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Community Development Block Grants: Planning Grants is sponsored by Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA) via U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This program leverages Community Development Block Grant funding to help Indiana communities plan for long-term, holistic improvement.
Grants are available for comprehensive plans, COVID-19 economic recovery plans, broadband readiness plans, and environmental assessment plans, aiding in land use, government capacity, public services, placemaking, economic development, housing, transportation, agriculture, natural resources, broadband access, and historic resources.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Units of local government in Indiana. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $60,000 for communities over 10,000 population; up to $50,000 for communities under 10,000 population (Comprehensive Plans); up to $50,000 (COVID-19 Economic Recovery Plan); up to $50,000 (Broadband Readiness Plans for single community) or $70,000 (Broadband Readiness Plans for regional applicants). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Community Development Block Grants: Planning Grants is funded by Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA) via 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 Indiana. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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