CDBG PY25 Competitive Funding Round
CDBG PY25 Competitive Funding Round supports Rhode Island communities through housing, economic development, facilities, and infrastructure projects to strengthen neighborhoods and benefit lower-income residents.
Funder: Rhode Island Executive Office of Housing / RIHousing
Due Dates: September 7, 2026 (Applications opened) | November 10, 2026 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Approximately $4–5 million in annual statewide HUD CDBG funding
Summary: Supports Rhode Island community improvements in housing, economic development, public facilities, and infrastructure, primarily benefiting low- and moderate-income residents.
Key Information: Direct state awards are limited to units of general local government in Rhode Island’s 33 non-entitlement municipalities.
Description
The CDBG PY25 Competitive Funding Round supports stronger, more vibrant Rhode Island neighborhoods through affordable housing, economic development, public facilities and infrastructure, and other community improvements. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) provides the federal funding, and Rhode Island’s Executive Office of Housing administers the state program for its 33 non-entitlement municipalities.
The program places particular emphasis on affordable housing, economic development, and neighborhood revitalization. Projects must meet HUD national objectives, primarily by benefiting low- and moderate-income residents—households earning at or below 80% of Area Median Income (AMI). Municipalities apply through an annual competitive process, with projects evaluated against federal requirements and state priorities. Municipalities may pass funding through to nonprofit and other entities to carry out eligible activities.
