Community Development Block Grants (CDBG)
The Business Oregon CDBG program funds research-driven infrastructure, housing, and economic development projects to improve rural Oregon communities for low- and moderate-income residents.
Funder: Business Oregon
Due Dates: March 30, 2026 (Pre-app, Spring) | April 1, 2026 (Technical Assistance, Spring) | April 30, 2026 (Full app, Spring) | August 30, 2026 (Pre-app, Fall) | September 1, 2026 (Technical Assistance, Fall) | September 30, 2026 (Full app & webcast completion, Fall)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards: Public Works up to $2.5M, Community Facilities up to $1.5M, Housing Rehab $400–500K, Microenterprise $100K, Emergency $500K; ~ $11.2M total available for 2026.
Summary: Supports infrastructure, housing, and economic development projects benefiting low- and moderate-income communities in rural Oregon.
Key Information: Only non-metropolitan (non-entitlement) cities and counties in rural Oregon are eligible; applicant webcast/orientation required before submission.
Description
The Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) program, administered by Business Oregon, provides annual grants and technical assistance to non-metropolitan cities and counties in rural Oregon. The program aims to develop livable communities by expanding economic opportunities, improving housing, and supporting public infrastructure for low- and moderate-income residents. Eligible projects span public works (e.g., water/wastewater), community facilities (e.g., libraries, shelters), regional housing rehabilitation, microenterprise assistance, and emergency needs. All projects must principally benefit low- and moderate-income persons, address slums/blight, or respond to urgent community threats.
