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Discretionary Grant Program

The Discretionary Grant Program provides funding for "target of opportunity" community development, housing, emergency shelter and special projects and activities that do not fit within the structure of existing programs and to provide supplemental resources to resolve immediate and unforeseen needs.

Total Funds Available: Approximately $1.1 million
Funding Source: Federal CDBG/HOME/ESG and Ohio Housing Trust Fund
Eligibility: Eligibility depends on type of funds requested.
Application: Applications may be submitted upon request.
Application Submission Deadline: Depends on type of funds requested
More Information: FY 2011 Ohio Consolidated Plan  
Contact Information: Questions regarding the Discretionary Grant Program should be directed to the Office of Community Development at (614) 466-2285.

New Horizons Fair Housing Assistance Program

The New Horizons Fair Housing Assistance Program provides funds to local governments, or consortia of local governments, to affirmatively further fair housing in addition to those activities funded through the standard fair housing program. Affirmative fair housing strategies are to be based on locally assessed needs and commitments, as well as to further the state’s fair housing goal.

Total Funds Available: To Be Determined
Funding Source: Federal CDBG 
Eligibility: Direct Community Development Program Formula Allocation cities and counties
Application: FY 2010 New Horizons Fair Housing Program Application
Application Submission Deadline:  Open Cycle
Award Recipients: FY 2009 -- None
More Information: FY 2011 Ohio Consolidated Plan 
Contact Information: Questions regarding the New Horizons Fair Housing Assistance Program should be directed to the Office of Community Development, Training and Technical Assistance Section at (614) 466-2285.