2027 CDBG Funding Cycle

The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program provides federal funding to support projects that improve neighborhoods, promote economic development, and serve low- to moderate-income residents.

Overview

COMPLETE INFORMATION COMING SOON

Each year, the City of St. Louis invests in priorities like housing, public services, infrastructure, and neighborhood revitalization through the CDBG program.

Below you'll find key dates, documents, and instructions for City of St. Louis - CDA's 2026 CDBG Funding Cycle (Non-Housing Production).

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2027 CDBG Funding Cycle Timeline

  • July 1, 2026 – Post Timeline
  • July 17, 2026 – Funding Priorities Published
  • July 24, 2026 – Issue CDBG Non-Housing Production RFP
  • July 30, 2026 – Public Hearing and Hybrid RFP Overview: Timeline, Process, Eligible Applicants & Uses
  • August 13, 2026 – Virtual Capacity Building Training: Best Practices in Financial Management, Reporting, and Recordkeeping
  • August 24, 2026 – CDBG Proposals Due to CDA
  • October 2, 2026 – Funding Recommendations Posted to CDA Website
  • October 2, 2026 – Annual Action Plan Posted for Public Comment
  • October 2, 2026 – Introduction of Board Bill
  • By October 9, 2026 – Board Bill Submitted to the Mayor’s Office for E&A Approval
  • Week of October 16, 2026 – HUDZ Committee Meeting No. 1
  • Week of October 23, 2026 – Board of Aldermen Second Reading
  • Week of October 30, 2026 – Board of Aldermen Perfected Reading
  • Week of November 6, 2026 – Board of Aldermen Final Reading
  • November 6, 2026 – Public Hearing No. 2 (Funding Awards)
  • November 13, 2026 – Final 2026 Annual Action Plan Submitted to HUD

Note: This timeline is subject to change. Public hearings will be held at 1520 Market Street, Conference Room 278, and will also be livestreamed and archived on the City of St. Louis YouTube channel.

2026 CDBG web thumbnails of rec centers, youth sports, and home repairs

2027 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) RFP

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FY 2026 Award  Recommendations 

Notices 

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Questions and Answers

Per the 2027 CDBG RFP document (coming soon), all questions related to the proposal forms, supporting documentation, and funding process must be submitted by email to CDBG@stlouis-mo.gov  

CDA will provide answers in writing and post Frequently Asked Questions and Answers on this 2027 CDBG webpage.


Questions pertaining to SALESFORCE only may be submitted up to 12:00pm on  September 1, 2025 . SALESFORCE questions must be submitted via email to  CDAGRANTS@stlouis-mo.gov.

To ensure fairness and a competitive application process, no questions will be taken or answered by telephone or by direct contact with a CDA staff person

2027 Priorities

COMING SOON

 

Citizen Participation 2026

NOTE: Links below are for the 2026 CDBG Funding Cycle. Resources here are available to help applicants prepare apply. Links will be replaces 

All questions related to the proposal forms, supporting documentation, and funding process must be submitted by email to CDBG@stlouis-mo.gov. CDA will provide answers in writing and post Frequently Asked Questions and Answers on the CDA website (www.stlouis-mo.gov/cda).

Questions pertaining to SALESFORCE only must be submitted via email to CDAGRANTS@stlouis-mo.gov. No questions will be taken or answered by telephone or by direct contact with a CDA staff person.  

Application Portal

Welcome to the CDA Grants Management Portal!

We are excited to introduce our brand-new application portal for Neighborhood Transformation Grants and upcoming CDA funding cycles. Designed with user-friendliness in mind, our new portal has enhanced features to streamline the application process and empower applicants.

Portal Features 

  • Multiple Applications: With our new portal, you can now submit multiple applications from one login.
  • Mobile-Friendly: The new portal will allow access to submit applications on multiple devices. Plus, applicants can scan documents directly from their mobile device cameras.
  • Powered by Salesforce: The portal is backed by robust technology to ensure a seamless and efficient application process.
  • Team Collaboration (coming soon): New features will allow you to add team members to your applications, making it simpler to work together, track progress, and communicate with CDA.

Portal Help

If you are having technical issues with the portal, please contact CDAgrants@stlouis-mo.gov. Note: this contact is only for technical issues. Please read the NOFA documents for instructions to ask questions about the NOFA funding opportunities.

Common Login Question – FYI
If you're having trouble logging in, make sure to add .cda to the end of your email address when entering your username. For example: grantwriter@example.com.cda

This is how CDA's Salesforce system recognizes CDA grant portal users.

2026 CDBG Funding Request for Proposals documents and forms

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View and download 2026 CDBG Funding Request for Proposals documents and forms.

NOTE: Updated 2026 Program Year CDBG RFP documents are coming soon. This is a partial list.

News

CDA Announces Over $17 Million in FY2026 CDBG and HOME Investments
10/10/2025 - Annual HUD funds will support youth programs, housing repairs, small businesses, and post-tornado recovery efforts citywide.

CDA Announces $21 million in CDBG and HOME Awards
10/15/2024 - Public Services, Vacancy, Facades, Homeowner Assistance, Home Construction, Economic Development, Public Facility Upgrades, and more

 

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