City of Redmond Community Development Block Grant

The City of Redmond, Oregon, is accepting applications from local nonprofit organizations for funding under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program for the 2025 program year, which runs from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. This federal funding program is designed to support housing and community development projects that primarily benefit low- and moderate-income residents. For the 2025 program year, approximately $173,400 is available to support eligible projects focused on public facilities, infrastructure improvements, and housing-related initiatives. The CDBG program is funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), with funds allocated annually to the City of Redmond. The City’s administration and distribution of these funds follow a 5-year Consolidated Plan, a comprehensive strategy for housing and community development developed with extensive public involvement. For context, the City’s CDBG allocation for the 2023-2024 program year was $236,704, although the current cycle’s allocation amount has not been provided. Eligible applicants must be nonprofit organizations operating in Redmond, Oregon, that can demonstrate their projects will primarily benefit individuals and households earning 80% or below the Area Median Income (AMI). Projects can range from physical infrastructure improvements to housing projects that directly address community development needs. All funded projects will be subject to federal compliance requirements, including environmental reviews, labor standards, and reporting obligations. Applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the City’s CDBG administrator, Linda Cline, at linda.cline@redmondoregon.gov, before applying. This pre-application consultation will help determine project eligibility, assess risk factors, and review the federal standards that will apply to the project. This is an important step to ensure applicants understand the compliance requirements and improve their proposal’s competitiveness. Applications are due by Wednesday, March 19, 2025. The application packet, along with additional program details, is available on the City’s website at: https://www.redmondoregon.gov/government/departments/community-development/community-block-grant-program. All submitted proposals will be reviewed by the City’s Housing and Community Development Committee, which will make funding recommendations to the Redmond City Council for final approval. Funded projects must demonstrate a clear benefit to low- and moderate-income residents and align with the City’s Consolidated Plan priorities. For further information, applicants can reach out to the City of Redmond Community Development Department at (541) 923-7710 or contact Linda Cline directly at the email provided above.