Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program

The City of Santa Clarita has announced the availability of funding for the 2025–2026 cycle of its Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, supported by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This funding opportunity is geared toward nonprofit organizations that serve the city’s low- and moderate-income populations. HUD’s CDBG program is one of the longest-running initiatives in the United States designed to support community development activities that address the needs of underserved populations, particularly through the enhancement of infrastructure, housing, and supportive services. Each year, Santa Clarita receives CDBG funds from HUD and allocates a portion through competitive grants to eligible nonprofit organizations. The goal is to ensure services and resources are directed toward the city's most vulnerable residents. To be eligible, applicant organizations must be nonprofit entities that serve individuals within the city limits of Santa Clarita. Neither individuals nor for-profit entities may apply for these funds. Furthermore, all proposed activities must align with the City’s Consolidated Plan (Con Plan), which is developed every five years, and the Annual Action Plan (AAP), which outlines how annual CDBG allocations are to be used. As part of the application process, the city mandates participation in one of two scheduled virtual informational meetings. These sessions are scheduled via Zoom for Wednesday, November 13, 2024, from 10–11 a.m., and Thursday, November 14, 2024, from 2–3 p.m. Interested applicants must attend one of these sessions to receive the official application materials. The city’s website provides details regarding registration, Zoom links, and passcodes. Applicants must ensure that their proposals directly address priorities listed in the city’s Con Plan and comply with federal CDBG requirements. These include strict reporting, recordkeeping, and performance measurement regulations. Only services that benefit Santa Clarita residents are eligible for funding. Proposals that do not meet the geographic or programmatic requirements will not be considered. For more information on the application process or general CDBG program inquiries, interested parties may contact Julia Rodriguez, Administrative Analyst for the City of Santa Clarita, via email at ejrodriguez@santaclarita.gov or by phone at (661) 286-4174. The program year covered by this opportunity runs from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. While the NOFA does not specify whether this funding cycle is recurring, Santa Clarita conducts similar CDBG processes annually in accordance with HUD guidelines. Organizations that plan to apply in future cycles should monitor the city’s announcements for updates and deadlines related to upcoming funding rounds.

Attend one of two required informational sessions before receiving an application. Priority given to services aligned with City CDBG priorities.