Federal Grants (CDBG)
Each year the Village of Oak Park receives an allocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). CDBG funds are intended to support a wide variety of community and economic development activities directed toward neighborhood revitalization, economic development and improved community services. The purpose of the federally funded, but locally administered, CDBG program is to develop and provide decent housing and a suitable living environment, and expand economic opportunities for persons of low and moderate income.
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Grant Eligibility
Organizations, including for-profits and state or federally certified not-for-profit agencies, are eligible to apply for CDBG grants through the Village. See the Notice to Prospective Village of Oak Park Federal Grants Applicants above for full details. Please email grants@oak-park.us for more information.
Application & Review Process
The Village's Community Development Citizens Advisory Commission reviews grant applications and makes recommendations to the Village Board for funding. First-time applicants and existing grantees with new projects are encouraged to meet with Village staff to determine preliminary project eligibility and receive technical guidance. Applications become available each year in February and are due in March; see the Notice to Prospective Village of Oak Park Federal Grants Applicants above for full details. Please email grants@oak-park.us for more information.