Community Development Block Grants Competitive Cycle
The CDBG Competitive Cycle funds Missouri communities to improve public facilities, upgrade infrastructure, and demolish blighted structures to enhance services, safety, and economic vitality.
Funder: Missouri Department of Economic Development
Due Dates: July 31, 2026 (FY26 CDBG Competitive Cycle full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $500,000 for Community Facilities or General Infrastructure ($5,000 per benefitting household); up to $200,000 (residential demolition) or $300,000 (including commercial demolition) per project.
Summary: Supports Missouri communities in improving public facilities, infrastructure, and removing blighted structures to enhance services, economic vitality, and safety.
Description
The Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) Competitive Cycle provides funding to Missouri communities for improvements to publicly-owned facilities and infrastructure, as well as demolition of vacant, dilapidated buildings. The program encompasses three main categories:
- Community Facilities: Construction or improvement of facilities serving the public, such as senior centers, day care centers, rural health clinics, telecommunications, and 911 services, with a priority on education and health/well-being.
- General Infrastructure: Upgrades and construction of public infrastructure including streets, drainage, and bridges, aimed at boosting local economies and supporting residents and businesses.
- Demolition: Removal of unsafe, blighted, primarily residential structures to improve community safety and enable revitalization.
The program is designed to help communities provide essential services, foster economic development, and create safer environments for residents.
