Technical Assistance Program
This grant provides Maine communities with training and technical assistance to plan, develop, and manage Community Development Block Grant projects for local economic and community development.
Funder: Maine Department of Economic and Community Development
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Varies by project; funding determined by the Office of Community Development based on project scope and available resources.
Summary: Supports Maine communities with training, resources, and planning assistance for developing and managing Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) projects.
Description
The Technical Assistance Program, administered by the Maine Department of Economic and Community Development’s Office of Community Development (OCD), provides workshops, training, program materials, and outreach to help Maine communities—especially those in non-entitlement areas—build capacity for planning, developing, and administering Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) projects. Regional providers offer direct planning assistance to local governments, focusing on skill-building in project planning and management for community and economic development initiatives.
