Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
The North Dakota Department of Commerce’s Community Development Block Grant funds research-based projects that improve public facilities, housing, and economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income communities.
Funder: North Dakota Department of Commerce
Due Dates: June 13, 2027: Full application and amendment deadline for the 2026 program year
Funding Amounts: Typical awards: $75,000–$1,000,000 for public facilities; $100,000–$1,000,000 for housing and economic development; total FY2026 allocation ~$4M.
Summary: Supports local governments in North Dakota for projects that improve public facilities, rehabilitate housing, or promote economic development benefiting low- and moderate-income residents.
Key Information: Only non-entitlement cities and counties (not Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, Minot, or tribes) are eligible.
Description
The North Dakota Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program provides financial assistance to eligible cities and counties for projects that address critical community needs—such as public infrastructure, housing rehabilitation, and economic development—primarily benefiting low- and moderate-income residents. Funding is distributed annually through a competitive process, with a focus on projects that create jobs, improve living environments, and provide essential services to underserved populations.
