The City of Mesa is gearing up for its annual funding application process, setting the stage for local agencies to secure financial backing for projects aimed at bolstering housing and community development. According to a recent announcement by the City of Mesa, non-profit organizations and affordable housing developers are encouraged to attend a kick-off meeting scheduled for Sept. 10 to learn more about the funding opportunities available.
This informational session will delve into various aspects of the funding, such as sources, eligibility criteria, and specifics about the application's requisite software, ZoomGrants. As quoted previously, the meeting is slated for "Wednesday, Sept. 10, from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at 57 E. First St., upper-level Chambers." Topics to be touched upon will include elucidating City Council priorities, which are skewed towards the alleviation of poverty and urban decay.
In terms of federal and local funds, the City of Mesa anticipates having a host of financial resources at its disposal for the Fiscal Year 2026/2027. Entities looking to apply can vie for part of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) earmarked for public service amounting to $275,656, or the larger pool designated for rehabilitation projects, which stands at $2,389,016. A specified portion of $275,656 has been set aside for the Office of Homeless Solutions, and an additional $340,016 is allocated for the Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG).
Another significant avenue for funding lies with the HOME Investment Partnerships, which has nearly $6.6 million available and $361,121 reserved for the Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO). Moreover, Mesa asserts, through Human Services and the A Better Community (ABC) program - sustained by donations via utility bill contributions from residents - there is $651,663 ready to be dispensed in support of initiatives that foster community safety and self-sufficiency while facilitating economic and social opportunity expansions.
Agencies interested in applying for these funds have until Oct. 1 to complete their submissions, with the application process officially closing at 11:59 p.m. Furthermore, the Mesa City Council is expected to consider the funding recommendations next spring after 30 days devoted public commentary. For those requiring further details on the application schedule, information can be found on the city's dedicated web page.
