Annual Funding Application Process Begins for Housing and Community Development Programs

September 3, 2025 at 4:29 pm

The City of Mesa's annual funding process has begun for agencies interested in applying for federal and local funding to support housing and community activities. These funds primarily benefit low- and moderate-income residents and help prevent or eliminate slum or blight.

Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations and affordable housing developers. Mesa anticipates the following amounts will be available for FY 2026/2027:

• CDBG (Community Development Block Grant)

  • Public Service $275,656

  • Rehabilitation (set-aside for City projects) $2,389,016

  • Office of Homeless Solutions (set-aside for City projects) $275,656

• ESG (Emergency Solutions Grant) $340,016
• HOME (TBRA, Rental Development, New Construction, Acquisition/Rehab) $6,618,403.97
• HOME (HOME Investment Partnerships) CHDO (Community Housing Development Organization $361,121
• Human Services/ABC $651,663

Funding for Human Services programs comes from the City's General Fund and the A Better Community (ABC) program, which receives donations from residents made through utility bill contributions. These funds support services that promote community safety, encourage self-sufficiency and expand economic and social opportunities for residents.

The annual application process closes on Wednesday, Oct. 1, at 11:59 p.m. Agencies can view the application process schedule online. Funding recommendations will be considered by the Mesa City Council next spring, following a 30-day public comment period.