As a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) entitlement community, the City of Racine receives annual allocations of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG), and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) funds to develop vibrant urban communities through the support of various eligible activities. Moreover, the grant funds are used to improve housing quality, living environments, and economic opportunities, especially for low- and moderate-income individuals.

2024 Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) Information

In 2024, we are introducing a new and improved Notice of Funding Available (NOFA) process for CDBG and ESG applicants. Attendance at one of the mandatory programmatic meetings is required for your NOFA to be considered.

Funding Applications

  • CDBG Public Services Application 2024
  • ESG Application 2023
  • ESG Application 2024

Required Meeting Details

  • Dates:
    • Tuesday, June 4 at 9:00 am
    • Thursday, June 6 at 2:00 pm
  • Location: City Hall, Room 304
  • Format: In-Person and Virtual (link available upon request)

The meeting will cover essential information for non-profit organizations interested in applying for HUD CDBG or ESG funds. The agenda includes:

  • CDBG & ESG overview
  • How to obtain your UEI (https://sam.gov/content/duns-uei)
  • Eligible CDBG & ESG Activities
  • Eligible Beneficiaries
  • Required Documents
  • Compliance
  • Timeliness
  • Reimbursement Process

Recorded Meetings

Important Dates

  • Tuesday, May 21 – Release of Notice of Funding Available (NOFA)
  • Tuesday, June 4 at 9:00 am or Thursday, June 6 at 2:00 pm – Mandatory programmatic meetings at City Hall, Room 304
  • Friday, June 21 before 12:00 pm (noon) – NOFA submission deadline (late submissions will not be considered)
  • Monday, July 8 – Recommendations to CDBG Advisory Board
  • Tuesday, July 16 – Recommendations to Common Council
  • Wednesday, July 17 – Grantees will be informed of application status
  • Mandatory Contract Signing: Awarded applicants must attend a contract signing at City Hall, Room 304

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact the Economic Development and Housing Staff:

  • Brittany Brown, Compliance Specialist
  • Veronica Seymour, Contract and Grants Coordinator
  • Katie Knoff, Contract and Grants Coordinator
  • Cathy Anderson, Economic Development and Housing Manager

 

HUD Required Publications

FY 2023

FY 2024