Applications Sought for Affordable Housing and Social Services Funding
The City of Bend is preparing to accept proposals for approximately $1. 9 million in funding aimed at affordable housing and social services. This funding comes from the Affordable Housing Fund (AHF), Commercial and Industrial Construction Tax (CICT), and the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, with the AHF providing about $1. 2 million specifically for housing development. Eligible applicants include affordable housing developers, nonprofit service providers, and other entities serving low-to-moderate income individuals, while individual applicants are not eligible.
To assist potential applicants, a virtual informational meeting is scheduled for September 9, 2024, where details about the funding and application process will be discussed. The official application window opens on September 30, 2024, and all proposals must be submitted by October 28, 2024. For technical questions, the city encourages communication with the housing department, using the subject line “2024 Funding Application. ” This initiative underscores the city's commitment to addressing housing needs and supporting social services within the community. Interested parties are urged to utilize the resources available on the city’s website.