Community Centers, Senior Centers, Storm Shelters, Parks and Libraries Grant Program

This grant provides funding to small and larger communities in Kansas for the construction or renovation of public recreational facilities and libraries to enhance community engagement and well-being.

$800,000

Closed

Grant Description

The Kansas CDBG program provides funding for the construction or renovation of public recreational facilities and libraries to increase community engagement, health, connectedness, and vibrancy. The program offers up to $650,000 for communities with populations under 5,000 and up to $800,000 for larger communities, with a maximum of $2,000 per beneficiary. Eligible expenses include construction or renovation of community centers, libraries, parks, and associated amenities. Applications are evaluated based on project need, readiness, impact, sustainability, and matching funds. Applications are due by November 1, 2024.

Funding Details

Award Range

Not specified - $800,000

Total Program Funding

$4,200,000

Number of Awards

Not specified

Matching Requirement

Yes - 25% of the total project cost

Additional Details

$4.2 million has been allocated for the Community Centers, Senior Centers, Storm Shelters, Parks, & Libraries Grant program in 2024. Communities can receive up to $2,000 per beneficiary up to $650,000 (<5,000 population) and $800,000 (>5,000 population). Administrative costs are limited to $25,000.

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants

City or township governments

County governments

Nonprofits

Additional Requirements

Eligible applicants are incorporated cities and counties in Kansas that do not receive an annual CDBG entitlement allocation from HUD.

Geographic Eligibility

All incorporated cities in Kansas, excluding Kansas City, Lawrence, Leavenworth, Manhattan, Overland Park, Topeka, Wichita, and all of Johnson County.

Key Dates

Application Opens

Not specified

Application Closes

Not specified

Contact Information

Grantor

Ginny Eardley

ginny.m.eardley@ks.gov

Phone

(785) 230-6319

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