Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
Alabama’s CDBG program funds science-based local government projects to improve infrastructure, housing, and public facilities, prioritizing low- and moderate-income community impact.
Funder: Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs
Due Dates: July 22, 2026 (Full application deadline, 12:00 noon)
Funding Amounts: Award ceilings: $15,000/relocation, $10,000/housing rehab, $5,000/other public facilities per beneficiary; local match required; total funds vary by project.
Summary: Supports Alabama local governments in projects addressing infrastructure, economic development, and community revitalization, prioritizing low- and moderate-income residents.
Key Information: Paper submission only—one original signed and two copies; electronic/email submissions not accepted.
Description
The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, administered by the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA), provides funding to non-entitlement local governments in Alabama for projects that address critical community needs. The program emphasizes infrastructure improvements, economic development, enhancement of community facilities, and comprehensive community revitalization. CDBG projects must principally benefit low- and moderate-income persons, prevent or eliminate slums and blight, or address urgent community needs. Eligible activities include water and sewer system upgrades, housing rehabilitation, street and drainage improvements, parks, and public facilities.
