Arkansas Community Assistance Grant Program
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Arkansas Community Assistance Grant Program supports communities and nonprofits with funding for facilities, services, and development projects to strengthen local economies and promote self-sufficiency.
Funder: Arkansas Economic Development Commission
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,500,000 per project per state fiscal year; expenditures within 24 months
Summary: Supports Arkansas community and economic development projects and nonprofit facilities, operations, and services.
Key Information: A flexible 20% match applies, with adjustments based on project need; waivers are not guaranteed.
Description
The Arkansas Community Assistance Grant Program (CAGP), administered by the Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC), supports community and economic development projects and nonprofit projects across Arkansas. Funding can support construction, renovation, equipment, property acquisition, public facilities, parks and recreation, and workforce development training. Nonprofits may also seek support for repairs, maintenance, and general operations, including supplies, utilities, training travel, and personnel costs.
The program aims to create economic opportunity, strengthen local economies, and revitalize communities. AEDC’s stated cycle priorities include fighting childhood food insecurity, addressing unemployment, promoting education, assisting victims of crime, and providing housing, nutrition, or emergency services that promote self-sufficiency.
