Facilities Program (CDBG Construction Grants)
The Facilities Program (CDBG Construction Grants) from the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs funds rural Indiana projects to rehabilitate historic buildings and public facilities for community benefit.
Funder: Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs
Due Dates: October 4, 2026 (Proposal) | December 4, 2026 (Pre-Approval) | December 13, 2026 (Full Application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $750,000 per grant; 10% local match required; max $5,000 CDBG funds per beneficiary.
Summary: Supports rural Indiana communities in rehabilitating historic buildings and public facilities to enhance quality of life and access to essential services.
Description
The Facilities Program (CDBG Construction Grants), administered by the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA) with funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), provides competitive grants to rural Indiana communities for the rehabilitation and restoration of historic buildings and public facilities. The goal is to improve community resilience, accessibility, and quality of life by funding upgrades to community centers, libraries, healthcare facilities, fire and EMS stations, senior and youth centers, and historic preservation projects. Projects must principally benefit low- and moderate-income persons or address slum/blight in accordance with CDBG national objectives.
