2026 NYS Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) - Open Round

Federal funding for eligible cities, towns, villages, and counties (populations under 50,000 for cities/towns/villages; area population under 200,000 for counties) to assist low- and moderate-income communities. Eligible activities include drinking water and sanitary sewer projects, home repair grants, senior and community center improvements, and small business start-up and expansion grants. Minimum 70% of funds must benefit low- and moderate-income persons.