Civic and Community Center Financing Fund (CCCFF)
Civic and Community Center Financing Fund (CCCFF) supports Nebraska municipalities and tribal governments in planning and building public facilities to improve quality of life and strengthen community connections.
This grant was recently updated
The application cycle moved from 2026 to 2027: pre-applications run January 1 at 8 a.m.–January 15 at 6 p.m.; full applications run January 15 at 9 a.m.–February 15 at 6 p.m. (CST). A November 18 webinar will cover 2027 scoring and requirement changes; registration opens November 1.
Funder: Nebraska Department of Economic Development
Due Dates: January 15, 2027, 6:00 PM CST (Letter of Intent) | February 15, 2027, 6:00 PM CST (Full application)
Funding Amounts: Planning: $3,000–$15,000; construction: $15,000–$3,375,000, subject to applicable caps; two-year contracts
Summary: Competitive grants support Nebraska municipalities and tribal governments in planning and constructing public community facilities.
Key Information: A minimum 1:1 local match is required, with at least half of the match in cash.
Description
The Civic and Community Center Financing Fund (CCCFF), administered by the Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED), provides annual competitive grants to Nebraska municipalities and tribal governments. It supports public spaces and civic, community, and recreation centers that enhance quality of life, strengthen community connections, and promote economic opportunity.
Construction funding supports new facilities and renovation or expansion of existing facilities, including libraries, wellness centers, convention centers, cultural centers, parks, and town squares. Eligible work also includes preservation, restoration, conversion, rehabilitation, or reuse of historic buildings and districts. Planning grants support preliminary engineering and technical studies directly related to eligible projects. Successful applications demonstrate substantial community support and benefits for local quality of life.
