CDBG - CARES ACT
About This Grant
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT CORONAVIRUS (CDBG-CV)
Grant Summary
CDBG - CARES ACT is a Department of Water Management grant providing up to $6.0M. Applications are due 2026-07-31 (closing in 17 days). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
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Eligibility
How to Apply
Up to $6.0M
2026-07-31
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for CDBG - CARES ACT from Department of Water Management, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Department of Water Management before the deadline.
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CDBG - CARES ACT: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the CDBG - CARES ACT?
CDBG - CARES ACT is offered by Department of Water Management and is generally open to eligible organizations. It is available in IL. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the CDBG - CARES ACT provide?
CDBG - CARES ACT provides up to $6.0M per award from Department of Water Management. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the CDBG - CARES ACT deadline?
Applications for CDBG - CARES ACT are due 2026-07-31 (closing in 17 days). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Department of Water Management, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the CDBG - CARES ACT?
To apply for CDBG - CARES ACT, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Department of Water Management.
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