HUD Allocates $12 Billion in Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery Funds
Funding empowers community recovery and rebuilding
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently allocated over $12 billion in Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funding. This funding is destined for disaster relief and long-term recovery in areas most severely impacted by the major disasters in 2023 and 2024.
This allocation, which spans 47 grantees across 23 states, 15 counties, eight cities and one territory, is a critical step forward in addressing the urgent needs of communities grappling with disaster recovery. The funding will drive recovery, resilience, and mitigation initiatives, restore infrastructure, rebuild housing, revitalize local economies, and help protect communities from future disasters.
The CDBG-DR program is a lifeline for low- and moderate-income households and communities, providing essential resources to:
- Replace and rebuild affordable housing using resilient designs;
- Strengthen public facilities and critical infrastructure to withstand future events;
- Support small businesses, foster job creation, and stimulate economic growth; and
- Implement forward-looking mitigation measures to protect against future disasters.
To streamline the recovery process, HUD’s recently published Universal Notice outlines clarified requirements for CDBG-DR funding. By creating more consistent processes, the guidance accelerates the path for grantees to secure funding and offers a roadmap for implementing efficient and impactful recovery efforts.
IEM: Your Partner in Recovery and Resilience
With a legacy of success spanning every major disaster appropriation since 2005, IEM stands ready to assist grantees in navigating the complexities of the entire grant life cycle. Our team of experts combines decades of experience with proven strategies to assist disaster-impacted communities in rebuilding stronger and more resiliently to better withstand future disasters.
IEM is dedicated to long-term recovery and mitigation, economic development and revitalization, and critical infrastructure resilience. Working closely with our clients and partners, our experts lean on proven strategies and prioritize local needs to design and implement comprehensive programs that bring long-term relief to individuals, businesses, and communities as they begin to rebuild.
We offer comprehensive support, including:
- Delivering streamlined case management and efficient production pipelines;
- Engaging stakeholders and communities in comprehensive recovery planning;
- Ensuring compliance monitoring and quality control at every stage; and
- Designing and implementing programs tailored to the unique needs of each community.
Our unparalleled expertise includes leading the fastest large-scale disaster recovery in U.S. history, a testament to our commitment to efficiency, innovation, and results. By prioritizing local needs and leveraging our deep understanding of federally funded programs, we empower communities to rebuild stronger, safer, and more resiliently.
Half a Century of Impact
Last August, HUD’s CDBG programs recognized 50 years of impact. Since CDBG’s enactment in 1974, communities have benefited from positive effects on affordable housing, economic development, public services, critical infrastructure, and long-term disaster recovery. CDBG-DR and CDBG-Mitigation (CDBG-MIT) programs have enduring impacts on resilience and recovery, strengthening communities for a safer, more secure future.
Join Us in Building Resilient Communities
As HUD’s $12 billion CDBG-DR allocation begins to shape recovery efforts across the nation, IEM is here to ensure that these funds make the greatest possible impact. Let us partner with you to turn challenges into opportunities and help communities thrive.
Reach out to IEM’s team of CDBG-DR experts today and discover how we can support your community’s recovery journey. Together, we will build a resilient future.
