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Rural Capacity Building for Affordable Housing and Community Development is sponsored by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This program provides capacity-building grants to national non-profit organizations.
These organizations then fund rural housing development organizations, Community Development Corporations (CDCs), Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs), local governments, and Indian tribes to carry out affordable housing and community development activities in rural areas for low-income families and individuals.
The national organizations provide training, technical assistance, and financial support to local beneficiaries.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: National non-profit organizations are direct recipients. Local eligible beneficiaries include rural housing development organizations, Community Development Corporations (CDCs), Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs), local governments, and Indian tribes. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Rural Capacity Building for Affordable Housing and Community Development is funded by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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