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City of Akron Community Development Block Grant Program

HUD CDBG funds for housing, public services, neighborhood improvements, public facilities, and economic development in Akron.

About this program

The City of Akron uses Community Development Block Grant funds from HUD to support eligible activities that benefit low- and moderate-income residents, including housing, neighborhood stabilization, public services, public facilities, and economic development programs.

Eligibility

Eligible nonprofits, public agencies, developers, and community partners serving low- and moderate-income Akron residents or eligible areas.

Requirements

  • Meet HUD CDBG eligible activity and national objective requirements
  • Submit project scope, budget, beneficiary data, and compliance documentation through the city process
  • Comply with federal environmental review, procurement, labor standards, civil rights, monitoring, and reporting requirements