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Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Awards $1 Million in Technical Assistance Grants

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The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) has announced the awarding of $1 million in Technical Assistance Grants to 38 projects in 16 jurisdictions across the state. These grants aim to assist nonprofit organizations, local governments, and local development corporations in community and economic revitalization activities, focusing on housing production, homeownership, and small business development. The funding will support projects in designated "ENOUGH" areas and Just Communities, with the ultimate goal of transforming neighborhoods into thriving and vibrant communities.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development has awarded $1 million in Technical Assistance Grants to 38 projects in 16 jurisdictions across the state.
  • The TAG program assists 38 nonprofit organizations, local governments, and local development corporations in community and economic revitalization activities.
  • The grants will support efforts in housing production and homeownership, household and generational wealth building, including small business development and targeted investments in designated "ENOUGH" areas and Just Communities.
  • Awardees include organizations such as Garwyn Oaks Northwest Housing Resource Center, University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Housing Initiative Partnership, Inc., and Habitat for Humanity Washington County, Inc.
  • The GAR Program has received 217 applications requesting nearly $10 million in funding.
  • The awards represent "meaningful positive change in communities across the state" according to Secretary Jake Day.

Statistics:

  • $1 million in Technical Assistance Grants awarded to 38 projects in 16 jurisdictions across the state.
  • 217 applications received for the Fiscal Year 2026 Operating Assistance Grant Program.
  • Nearly $10 million requested in funding for the FY 2026 application round.
  • 38 awards represent a diverse range of projects, including small business assistance and housing construction.
  • Grants will support efforts in housing production, homeownership, household and generational wealth building for low- to moderate-income families.

Sources:

  • Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development
  • Secretary Jake Day

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