SLC opens nonprofit grant application process

Salt Lake City has announced that it is now accepting applications from local nonprofits to receive federal grants designed to help with a range of community development needs, including affordable and emergency housing assistance and housing assistance for individuals and families living with HIV/AIDS.

This annual campaign is a key funding source for many nonprofits doing work in helping those in need of housing. While the amount of federal dollars available for this round of grants, which will be distributed in 2021, has yet to be determined by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Salt Lake City distributed more than $6.2 million to local nonprofit organizations in 2020.

Applications are being accepted for the following annual HUD grant programs:

• Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). The CDBG program’s primary objective is to promote the development of viable urban communities by providing affordable housing, suitable living environments and economic opportunities for persons of low and moderate income.

• Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG). The ESG program’s primary objective is to assist individuals and families regain housing stability after experiencing a housing or homelessness crisis.

• Home Investment Partnership Program. The program’s primary objective is to create affordable housing opportunities for low-income households.

• Housing Opportunities for Persons With HIV/AIDS (HOPWA). The HOPWA program’s primary objective is to provide housing assistance and related supportive services to persons living with HIV/AIDS and their families.

An application resource guide is available online at www.slc.gov/hand. Optional training sessions for potential applicants will be held via virtual meetings. Details are available from Tony Milner at 801-535-6168 or tony.milner@slcgov.com.