The City of Gilroy has announced a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding for Program Year (PY) 2025-2026. This funding is provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and is estimated to be $400,000 for the year. The purpose of the CDBG program is to support activities that benefit low- and moderate-income individuals, prevent slums or blight, or address urgent community needs. Under this NOFA, the City is seeking proposals from nonprofit organizations that serve individuals or households earning no more than 80% of the area median income in Santa Clara County. HUD regulations limit public service allocations to 15% of the City's total grant award.
The NOFA applies to a one-year funding cycle, which will be the first year of Gilroy’s five-year Consolidated Plan covering the period from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2030. The City is currently developing the 2025-2030 Consolidated Plan, which will set priorities for funding allocations during this time. The funds will be awarded to organizations that align with the program's goals and can effectively utilize CDBG resources to support low- and moderate-income residents.
A virtual public hearing to discuss the NOFA and application process will take place on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at 6:00 PM via Zoom. All interested applicants are encouraged to attend the session to gain clarity on the application process and funding requirements. The meeting link and credentials have been provided to facilitate participation.
The CDBG application packet and further details about the NOFA will be available starting Friday, January 17, 2025, on the City of Gilroy’s website. The final deadline to submit applications is Thursday, February 13, 2025, at 5:00 PM. Late submissions will not be accepted, and applicants are responsible for ensuring their application is delivered to the correct location as specified in the CDBG application packet.
City staff will review the submitted applications and provide funding recommendations to the City Council, which will make the final decision on grant allocations. The selected projects will be implemented during PY 2025-2026. The City of Gilroy follows a strict non-discrimination policy and adheres to the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504, ensuring reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.
