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Housing & grants | Deerfield Beach, FL - Official Website The Housing and Grants Division administers and manages the pre and post-award phases of federal and state entitlement grants and competitive grants pursued and awarded to the City. This involves the identification of grant opportunities, application review and development, grant award acceptance, and contractual compliance requirements.
Grants management is an integral function of the Division, performed in coordination with City Departments.
The City of Deerfield Beach is a recipient of entitlement grants through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME), and Florida State Housing Initiatives Program (SHIP) designed to serve low-and-moderate income persons in Deerfield Beach.
Entitlement grant funding is utilized to support the expansion and preservation of attainable housing, homeownership opportunities, neighborhood revitalization, public service activities, public facilities improvements, and economic development activities. The Division serves as liaison to the City’s Affordable Housing Advisory Committee which was established as a SHIP mandate. The application portal is now open.
The Purchase Assistance Program provides income-eligible first-time homebuyers with a down payment and closing cost assistance to purchase a residential property in the City of Deerfield Beach. Assistance is in the form of a 0% interest deferred second loan that reverts to a grant if all program conditions are met.
The program is administered by the City of Deerfield Beach Community Services Department and funded through entitlement grants from the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) , State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) , and Home Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) . Funding is limited and will be awarded on a first-come, first-qualified basis.
Eligible properties include single-family detached homes, condominiums, townhomes, and villas. The maximum amount of assistance per applicant is $70,000. To qualify for the program, applicants must meet the following criteria: Have household income that falls in the category of very low, low, and moderate-income in accordance with the Department of Housing & Urban Development income guidelines.
Refer to the income chart below. Be a first-time home buyer which by HUD’s definition includes applicants who have not owned or had an interest in a home within the last three years before applying.
Purchasing Deerfield Beach residential property as primary residence; Have a mortgage pre-approval from a lender at the time of application submittal Have an executed real estate contract at the time of application submittal Applicants may use any licensed real estate professional of choice. We recommend seeking competent legal advice. *Income Limits are effective June 1, 2026, subject to change by HUD on an annual basis.
Extremely Low Income (0-30% AMI) Very Low Income (31%-50% AMI) For additional information about the Purchase Assistance Program, please contact the Housing and Grants Division at 954-250-4253 or email Housing and Grants Division . Homeowner Rehabilitation Program The City of Deerfield Beach administers two Homeowner Rehabilitation Programs.
They are as follows: Home repair assistance to income-eligible owner-occupied households in Deerfield Beach to promote a safe environment. Eligible repairs include home, weatherization, and energy efficiency retrofits.
The program is funded through entitlement grants from the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) , State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) , and Home Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) and administered by the City of Deerfield Beach Community Services Department. Assistance will be provided in the form of a 0% interest deferred second loan that reverts to a grant if all program conditions are met.
Assistance to eligible owner-occupied, single-family properties for qualified wind resistance repairs and installations to mitigate hurricane loss. Eligible activities include roof covering replacement, reroofing, window installation, door opening protection, hurricane strapping installation, and application of a secondary water barrier.
The program is funded by the Florida Division of Emergency Management Hurricane Loss Mitigation Program (HLMP). All repairs and installations must be constructed in compliance with the Florida Building Code and Manufacturers Specification. The maximum award amount of assistance, per qualified applicant varies by Low-to-Moderate Income Level and will not exceed $70,000.
To qualify for the program, applicants’ household income must fall in the category of very low, low, and moderate-income by the Department of Housing & Urban Development income guidelines. Refer to the income chart below. **Income Limits are effective June 1, 2026, subject to change by HUD on an annual basis.
Extremely Low Income (0-30% AMI) Very Low Income (31%-50% AMI) For additional information about the Homeowner Rehabilitation Program, please contact the Housing and Grants Division at 954-250-4253 or email Housing and Grants Division . Micro-Enterprise Grant Assistance Program (funds are not currently available) The City of Deerfield Beach is accepting applications for the Micro-Enterprise Grant Assistance Program.
The program, established to provide small businesses (five or fewer employees) impacted by COVID-19 with financial assistance to meet operational obligations, is grant-funded. Eligible expenses include business lease or mortgage payments, utility payments, debt payments, payroll, and inventory. The goal of the program is to support the business community's efforts to remain viable and maintain staffing during the pandemic.
For additional information about the Micro-Enterprise Assistance Program, please email the Community Services Department . community PARTICIPATION grant The City of Deerfield Beach is committed to supporting organizations that contribute to the public welfare of its community.
The Community Participation Grant program was established to provide financial resources to local non-profit organizations that assist the City in serving a valid public purpose. The total budget for the Community Participation Grant program is subject to approval annually, during the City’s budgeting process. The number of grants awarded is at the discretion of the City Commission and is based on the availability of funds.
The Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 Community Participation Grant Program application cycle will open on June 8, 2026. All interested applicants should review the Guidelines & Criteria before submitting an application. June 8 – 26: Application Open June 10 – Info Session at 2:00 p.
m. (325 NW 2nd Ave, Deerfield Beach, Florida 33441) June 26: Applications due at 12 p. m.
September 15 – Commission Meeting for approval of awardees September 16 – Communication regarding award letters go out (contingent on Commission approval) September 23 – Contingent Awardees Orientation Meeting The City of Deerfield Beach Community Service Team works with an outside agency to assist with the Community Participation Grant process.
Please direct any questions regarding the application process to: President, Strategic Philanthropy Inc. Kelly@StrategicPhilanthropyInc. com Due to the number of requests, email communication is preferred. Please title the subject line of the email to read: City of Deerfield Beach Community Participation Grant: (Name of Your Organization).
To be added to our mailing list please complete this form. Next Steps for Funded Nonprofits in 25-26 Organizations awarded funding through the Community Participation Grant Program should review the instructions outlining required next steps, including the award process, contract execution, and reporting requirements. A recording of the Orientation session is available here for your reference.
The City of Deerfield Beach proudly supports a variety of nonprofit organizations that help advance our community goals and enhance the quality of life for our residents. Through the Community Participation Grant Program, the City partners with nonprofits whose work aligns with our strategic priorities: Care, Customer Care & Engagement , Sustainable & Eco-Friendly Environment , and Lifestyle & Quality .
These priorities guide our efforts to build a connected, sustainable, and vibrant community. Please find information about several of the nonprofits the City supports and the programs and opportunities they provide to Deerfield Beach residents.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Local nonprofit organizations serving Deerfield Beach residents; 501(c)(3) status preferred. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Applications for Community Participation Grant Program are due June 26, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Community Participation Grant Program is funded by City of Deerfield Beach. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.