The City of St. Louis  – Community Development Administration (CDA) today announced its funding recommendations for Fiscal Year 2026, directing more than $17.4 million in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds and $2.45 million in HOME Investment Partnership (HOME) funds to support affordable housing, social services, economic development, and neighborhood revitalization across the City.These annual federal investments advance the City’s Economic Justice Action Plan to strengthen neighborhoods, expand affordable housing, and improve quality of life for residents—particularly for low- and moderate-income households.Funding for FY2026 reflects the City’s continued commitment to recovery and resilience following the May 16, 2025, tornado, which caused significant damage to homes and neighborhoods in North St. Louis. Programs such as Operation Food Search’s Tornado Recovery Food Assistance and expanded Healthy Home Repair and Weatherization programs are among those addressing urgent post-disaster needs.”The need for these funds has never been greater, and I look forward to putting these federal dollars to work to effectively strengthen communities, particularly as we focus on recovery and rebuilding neighborhoods damaged by the tornado,” said Mayor Cara Spencer. “The organizations we fund through CDBG have long histories of supporting our community. We are proud to partner with these grantees, who remain on the front lines of recovery and building a brighter future for St. Louis.””This year’s CDBG awards reflect the City’s deep commitment to partnering with a diverse range of organizations that play a vital role in strengthening our neighborhoods,” said Nahuel Fefer, CDA Executive Director. “The CDBG program—together with an array of other public, private, and philanthropic funds—is fostering a regenerative ecosystem of social services and developments. This network is catalyzing equitable, sustainable growth in the City of St. Louis.”About the CDBG ProgramEstablished in 1974 by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program provides flexible funding to help local governments address a wide range of community development needs. Cities, counties, and regions decide how to use these funds to meet local priorities such as affordable housing, infrastructure improvements, and services for low- and moderate-income residents.In the City of St. Louis, CDBG awards are determined through a competitive rating system based on the Economic Justice Action Plan. The priorities for the FY2026 awards were shaped by extensive public engagement and research conducted through the City’s 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan process. This plan guides the City’s investments in housing and community development over the next five years. The draft Consolidated Plan is now available for public comment, and residents are encouraged to review and provide feedback.Notable components of this year’s awards inc 

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