CDBG - Economic Development Program (ED)

​​​​​​​​CDBG-ED grant funds​ are awarded to local governments to assist businesses to create or retain jobs for individuals with low and moderate incomes. Examples of eligible projects include: business loans to expand facilities or purchase equipment, specialized employee training, or business infrastructure projects. 

How to Apply

A pre-application meeting with DEHCR is required. The business will work with the Unit of General Local Government (UGLG) to complete the application for the CDBG-ED program. Typical awards are $7,000-$10,000 per job created or retained, however the amount of funds awarded per job is at the discretion of DEHCR. At least 51% of the jobs created or retained must be held by low-and moderate-income (LMI) persons. CDBG-ED applications may be submitted at any time, and are reviewed by DEHCR as they are received. CDBG-ED funds are awarded throughout the year until funds are no longer available. Application materials and submission instructions should be carefully reviewed prior to applying for CDBG-ED funds. If awarded, the CDBG contract will be between DEHCR and the UGLG.  

Review Process

For each Grant Application received, DOA reviews the Application (on a case-by-case basis) to determine the eligibility and​ fundability of the proposed project. Successful Applications must meet a CDBG National Objective (in accordance with HUD program regulations). DOA anticipates a minimum 60-day review time period for submitted Applications. Applications deemed eligible & fundable will be awarded State CDBG-ED funds.

Award Process

Award letters will be issued upon determination of the Communities' (and their respective Businesses') abilities to meet a CDBG National Objective in accordance with HUD program regulations. The award letter outlines the next steps required to accept & execute a Grant Agreement (i.e. contract) with the State of Wisconsin.

Next Steps & Requirements

Community grant administrators will be required to attend Implementation Training​​

Application Materials

​CDBG-ED Application

CDBG-ED Application

Refer to CDBG Resources and Trainings​ for additional Application Attachments.

​​Additional Reference Materials

​​Employee Self Certification Forms

​Implementation Handbook

Refer to the CDBG Implementation Handbook for policy guidance for CDBG-ED and other CDBG programs.​

Reporting Requirements​

Refer to the Chapter 9: Reporting of the CDBG Implementation Handbook​ and the “Chapter Attachments/Fillable Forms" section of the CDBG Implementation Handbook​ for reporting requirements and forms for CDBG-ED and other CDBG programs.

​​Training and Technical Assistance​

​CDBG Training and Technical Assistance

Co​ntact Us​​​​​​​

If you have questions about the status of your CDBG application, please contact the Department of Administration's Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources (DEHCR) at (608) 266-7531.

General information regarding DEHCR's Bureau of Community Development (BCD), which oversees and manages the CDBG Grants, may be obtained by emailing CDBG-Community ​Development​ or by contacting the BCD Director at (608) 261​-7747.

Mailing Address:
The mailing address is provided below for reference only.  All applications and correspondence should not be mailed.  They are to be emailed to DOACDBG@wisconsin.gov.

Wisconsin Dept. of Administration
Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources
Bureau of Community Development
PO Box 7970
Madison, WI 53707-7970