FY 2026 CDBG and HOME federal grant funding priorities
Lake County
Summary
The county expects roughly $1.3 million in CDBG and $450,000 in HOME funds for fiscal 2026, funding housing, public improvements, and services for low- and moderate-income residents. Applications are due May 8, and applicants must consult with staff the week of April 6.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jul 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $1.75 million in combined federal grant funding flowing to local housing and community projects.
Low- and moderate-income residents, local governments, and nonprofits seeking funding for housing and community improvements.
Programs like Birthright facing a proposed cut from $55,000 to $11,000 say families in diaper need would feel the loss.
Mentions & discussions (5)
Board of Commissioners - Hearing — July 21, 2026
Lake County is deciding how to spend its annual federal HUD block grant and HOME dollars. The public can still shape that plan before it goes to HUD in mid-August — including whether to boost funding for programs like Birthright's diaper bank.
Board of Commissioners (Work) — April 16, 2026
Community Development Block Grant dollars were committed to Project Hope to keep 2-1-1 services running through Lifeline, connecting residents to health and social service help.
Board of Commissioners — April 16, 2026
County CDBG money will fund Project Hope's 2-1-1 intake services through Lifeline, screening people facing homelessness for resources and diversion. Commissioners cited the poverty simulation and noted about 27% of county residents struggle to make ends meet.
Board of Commissioners — April 9, 2026
Nonprofits, local governments, and other community organizations can apply for Community Development Block Grant and HOME funds through May 8, 2026. It's the county's main pot for funding things outside normal government functions.
Board of Commissioners - Public Hearing — March 25, 2026
The county expects roughly $1.3 million in CDBG and $450,000 in HOME funds for fiscal 2026, funding housing, public improvements, and services for low- and moderate-income residents. Applications are due May 8, and applicants must consult with staff the week of April 6.
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