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RFP for CDBG and ESG | 299 KB |
Application Deadline: Wednesday, December 23, 2009 by 5 p.m.
The City of Compton expects to receive United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) grant funds for fiscal year 2010-2011. The City maximizes the benefit of these funds by partnering with local non-profit organizations to conduct eligible activities. This booklet contains the funding applications for the following HUD programs:
• Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) It provides funds to assist in the development of viable communities by providing decent housing, a suitable living environment, and expanding economic opportunities, principally for low-and moderate-income individuals.
• Emergency Shelter Grant Program (ESG) - It assists communities in providing temporary emergency shelter for the homeless. Funding can be used to renovate, rehabilitate, or convert buildings to shelters. Funds may also be used to operate emergency shelters, provide essential social services to homeless individuals, and prevent homelessness.
