CDBG Planning Fund
The CDBG Planning Fund supports Alabama communities in planning research and studies that advance development goals and meet federal CDBG objectives, such as aiding low-income residents or addressing blight.
Funder: Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs
Due Dates: July 22, 2026 (Full application submission deadline, 12:00 noon)
Funding Amounts: Award size varies; refer to annual Planning Fund Guide for maximums and match requirements.
Summary: Supports planning activities that advance community development goals in Alabama, consistent with CDBG national objectives.
Key Information: Applications must be received in hard copy by the deadline—electronic submissions are not accepted.
Description
The CDBG Planning Fund, administered by the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA), provides funding to support planning activities that further community development objectives in Alabama. Eligible planning projects must align with the federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program's national objectives, such as benefiting low- and moderate-income persons, preventing or eliminating slums or blight, or addressing urgent community needs. The program is designed to help local governments and organizations conduct planning initiatives (e.g., comprehensive plans, housing studies, infrastructure assessments) that lay the groundwork for future community development projects.
