Improving the quality of life for Flint residents
We utilize a number of federal, state and local grant and loan packages to aid in the community and economic development of the city, the primary source of of which is our annual entitlement allocation from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The City of Flint receives approximately $4.5 million per year, the majority of which is sub-granted to organizations and city departments to implement programs benefiting low- and moderate-income residents of Flint.

Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program supports community development activities to build stronger and more resilient communities. To support community development, activities are identified through an ongoing process. Activities may address needs such as infrastructure, economic development projects, public facilities installation, community centers, housing rehabilitation, public services, clearance/acquisition, microenterprise assistance, code enforcement, homeowner assistance, etc.

HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME)
The HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) provides grants that the City of Flint uses, often in partnership with local nonprofit groups, to fund a wide range of activities including building, buying, and/or rehabilitating affordable housing for rent or homeownership or providing direct rental assistance to low-income people. HOME is the largest federal block grant to state and local governments designed exclusively to create affordable housing for low-income households.


Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG)
The purpose of the Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) program is to assist individuals and families quickly regain stability in permanent housing after experiencing a housing crisis or homelessness.
Resources for Grant Applicants
Resource | Description | Actions |
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Application for Community Housing Development Organization Certification 2023-2024 | Open File | Download | |
Signature Authorization Form 2023-2024 | Open File | Download | |
Accounting Certification Form Fillable 2023-2024 | Open File | Download | |
Environmental Review Training Project Descriptions | (VIDEO) Environmental review training for subrecipients | Open File | Download |
Reports
HOME - ARP
Community and Economic Development Staff
Planning & Development Director
Emily Doerr
Flint MI 48502