CDBG Virtual Capacity Building Training (Best Practices: Financial Management; Reporting & Recordkeeping slide deck

Publication Date: 08/15/2025
Document Type: Meeting Materials
Sponsor: Community Development Administration

Summary
2026 CDBG Virtual Capacity Building Training Best Practices: Financial Management Reporting & Recordkeeping Workshop August 15 2025 slides

CDA held a CDBG Virtual Capacity Building Training – Best Practices in Financial Management, Reporting, & Recordkeeping

This virtual training was designed for both new and experienced applicants and grantees of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. Whether you’re preparing your first proposal or managing an active award, this session will cover practical strategies to strengthen compliance, protect public funds, and improve program performance.

Questions about 2026 CDBG funding cycle?
Instructions for asking questions are on the main webpage here: www.stlouis-mo.gov/CDA/cdbg/2026.cfm. Or applicants may ask questions at the webinar.

Resources, a link to the application portal, the 2026 CDBG RFP document, links to trainings, and more for applicants to the 2026 program year CDBG funding cycle are all posted here: www.stlouis-mo.gov/CDA/cdbg/2026.cfm

Topics will included:

- Setting up sound internal controls and financial tracking systems for CDBG-funded projects
- Understanding and meeting HUD’s documentation and reporting requirements
- Best practices for maintaining accurate records to support eligibility, performance, and audit readiness
- Tips to avoid common compliance pitfalls and reduce risk
- How strong financial management directly supports project success and community impact