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Application deadline April 21, 2026 at 3:00 PM. Applications open February 17, 2026. Single municipality: up to $950K; two municipalities: up to $1.15M; three municipalities: up to $1.35M.
Massachusetts Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) – Community Development Fund and Mini-Entitlement Program is a grant from HUD via Massachusetts EOHLC that funds community development projects in non-entitlement Massachusetts municipalities.
Eligible activities include affordable housing, public infrastructure, economic development, micro-enterprise support, neighborhood revitalization, and social services—all principally benefiting low- and moderate-income residents. Award amounts vary by number of participating municipalities: up to $950,000 for one, $1,150,000 for two, and $1,350,000 for three. Applications are due April 21, 2026.
Eligible applicants are Massachusetts municipalities that are not designated as direct HUD entitlement communities, including Mini-Entitlement communities designated by the state.
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Community Development Block Grant | Gardner MA Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. FY2022-FY26 Community Development Strategy FY26 CDBG Application Training Community Development & Planning Community Development Block Grant What is the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program?
The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program is a federal program administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) that provides annual grants to states, cities, and counties to develop viable communities by providing decent housing, a suitable living environment, and expanding economic opportunities, principally for low- and moderate-income people.
The CDBG program's flexibility empowers communities to design and implement strategies tailored to their own needs and priorities. for more information on the CDBG program, visit HUD's website: Community Development Block Grant Program | HUD.
gov / U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) The City of Gardner receives CDBG funds from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC), which receives an annual allocation of CDBG funds directly from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Gardner has been designated as a Mini-Entitlement community, which means that the city is eligible to apply annually for a designated amount of funds. The Commonwealth designates municipalities as Mini-Entitlements through a formula based on statistical indicators of need, such as the poverty rate. For more information on the State's CDBG program, visit EOHLC's website: Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) | Mass.
gov . How are CDBG projects selected in Gardner? Prior to submission of an annual grant application, the City’s Department of Community Development and Planning issues a Request for Proposals to invite interested parties to develop and submit applications to be considered for inclusion in the City’s application for CDBG funds.
Responses to the RFP are reviewed by the CDBG Steering Committee during a public hearing where the Committee develops a proposed CDBG funding plan for submission to the Mayor and the City Council. Each proposal must meet CDBG program requirements – be eligible and meet a national objective .
Proposals must also address other requirements such as the applicant’s demonstrated capacity to carry out the project, their readiness to proceed, and the reasonableness of the proposed project budget. Upon approval, the Community Development and Planning Department submits the application for CDBG fund to EOHLC for approval. Awards are typically announced in the fall.
What are the current/recent projects being carried out with CDBG funds in Gardner? Downtown Improvements Phase V – Improvements to Willow St.
between Main and Pleasant Streets Waterford Street Community Center – Fire Emergency Electrical System Upgrade Gardner Community Action Committee – Food Pantry Expansion Gardner School Department – Gardner Athletic Program Scholarships Voices of Truth – Domestic Violence Prevention and Assistance Montachusett Veterans Outreach Center – Veterans Assistance Gardner Community Action Committee – Food Pantry Expansion Gardner Emergency Housing Mission – Homelessness Prevention Gardner School Department – Gardner Athletic Program Scholarships Voices of Truth – Domestic Violence Prevention and Assistance 205-213 Main Street Demolition Downtown Improvements Phase IV – Improvements to the intersection of Oak, Nichols, Park and West Streets Greenwood Pool Demolition Gardner Community Action Committee – Food and Heating Assistance Expansion Gardner Emergency Housing Mission – Homelessness Prevention Gardner School Department – Gardner Athletic Program Scholarships Montachusett Veterans Outreach Center – Veterans Assistance Expansion What does low- to moderate-income mean?
A low- and moderate-income person is defined as a member of a family or household having an income that is less than or equal to 80 percent of the median family income for the Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA). HUD publishes income limits annually, and these income limits are used to qualify persons as eligible beneficiaries of CDBG-assisted activities. Gardner is part of the Leominster-Fitchburg, MA Urban Area.
Current income limits for the area are shown below. Community Development & Planning City of Gardner - Manca Annex 115 Pleasant Street - Room 202 Gardner Redevelopment Authority Mayor's Office: 978-630-1490 Animal Control: 978-632-5600 (press 0) Government Websites by CivicPlus®
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Massachusetts municipalities (non‑Entitlement) under HUD guidelines. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $950,000 (single municipality), $1,150,000 (two), $1,350,000 (three) Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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The Minnesota Innovations in Perinatal Health grant, funded by the Minnesota Department of Health Maternal and Child Health Section, supports projects that improve perinatal health outcomes for communities of color, American Indian communities, and rural populations. The grant period runs from June 2026 through September 2027. Applicants submit proposals electronically through the Foundant grant management platform and are encouraged to submit a non-binding letter of intent. The program prioritizes innovative strategies addressing perinatal health inequities, including maternal health, pregnancy outcomes, and postpartum care. Applications are reviewed through a community-based process featuring reviewers with lived experience in perinatal health disparities. This funding opportunity advances health equity by targeting populations experiencing the greatest disparities in birth outcomes across Minnesota.
Rural Health Transformation Program Initiative 1.5b Community-based Nutrition & Physical Activity Programming for Local and Tribal Health Departments is sponsored by Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Division of Public Health. Funds are available to build upon existing nutrition and physical activity programming within communities that encourage Nebraskans of all ages to engage in healthy eating and active living.