The City of Murfreesboro Community Development Grant Program provides funding to local nonprofit agencies to support services and housing for qualifying residents. The program is managed by the City of Murfreesboro Community Development Department and includes three distinct grant opportunities: the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Public Service Grant, the Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG), and the HOME Investment Partnership Grant (HOME). These grants are designed to promote safe, stable, and affordable housing, economic opportunities, and essential services for low- and moderate-income individuals and families within Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

The CDBG Public Service Grant is a capacity-building grant intended to support nonprofit agencies that provide services to the low- and moderate-income community within the city. Eligible activities under this grant include but are not limited to youth services, educational programs, job training, recreational programs, senior services, and homelessness services. The objective of the grant is to enhance community services and support economic development for residents in need.

The Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) provides funding to nonprofit agencies that offer assistance to individuals and families experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness. ESG funds can be used for homelessness prevention, rapid rehousing, emergency shelter operations, street outreach, and Homeless Management Information Systems (HMIS). The goal of this grant is to help individuals regain stability in permanent housing as quickly as possible.

The HOME Investment Partnership Grant (HOME) focuses on addressing the housing needs of low- and moderate-income residents. Eligible activities include homeowner rehabilitation, homebuyer assistance, rental housing development, and tenant-based rental assistance. This grant aims to create and maintain affordable housing options for vulnerable residents in Murfreesboro.

Applications for all three grants are open until February 14, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. The program is open to local nonprofit organizations and government agencies that meet the eligibility requirements. Applications must be submitted online through the City of Murfreesboro's grant portal. Each application will be reviewed for compliance with federal and local regulations, and funding will be allocated based on the impact of the proposed projects and the needs of the community.

For additional details about the program, eligibility requirements, and application process, applicants can visit the City of Murfreesboro Community Development Department’s webpage at www.murfreesborotn.gov/communitydevelopment.