Summary
Appleton gets federal block grant money every year and is deciding how to spend it in 2027. Nonprofits wanting funding must complete training by October 23; applications open in November, with more public comment chances in February and during the annual action plan.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 6
- Last 30 days
- 2
Rising — discussed at 3 meetings since Sep 23, 2026, up from 0 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
Federal CDBG allocation amount for 2027 hasn't been set yet.
Low- and moderate-income residents served by nonprofit programs and city projects funded by CDBG.
Mentions & discussions (6)
Community Development Committee — October 28, 2026
The city's preliminary 2027 block grant plan puts about $394,000 toward core programs and $150,000 toward Jaycee Park sport courts, leaving roughly $186,000 for nonprofits — about double last year's external allocation. Final amounts depend on HUD's actual award, expected around April.
Community Development Committee — October 14, 2026
Appleton gets federal block grant money every year and is deciding how to spend it in 2027. Nonprofits wanting funding must complete training by October 23; applications open in November, with more public comment chances in February and during the annual action plan.
Community Development Committee — September 23, 2026
Appleton gets federal block grant money each year and is deciding how to spend it in 2027. Housing rehab typically gets 40-50%; parks, shelters, small business help, and homeless outreach are also eligible. Public input now shapes priorities before applications come in.
Common Council — May 6, 2026
The council approved revised 2026-2027 Community Development Block Grant allocations, directing federal community development funding to local programs.
Community Development Committee — February 25, 2026
Federal block grant dollars for the 2026-27 program year are being divided among local community partners. The preliminary allocations now go to the Common Council, and the funding window runs April 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027.
CDBG Advisory Board — February 17, 2026
Appleton distributes federal Community Development Block Grant money to local nonprofits each year. This year's preliminary plan sends $95,379 to four organizations serving people experiencing homelessness and housing instability. A built-in contingency protects certain agencies if the federal award comes in lower.
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