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Overview

The City of Salem is a participating jurisdiction in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development grant funding opportunities to support local nonprofit organizations and other groups. These grants help provide services, public facilities and affordable housing for low- and moderate- income residents and neighborhoods.
The City does not fund individuals directly.

Federal Grant Funding Information

Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Quick Guide

HOME Investment Partnership Program Quick Guide

Presumed Benefit Limited Clientele Certification

This certification is necessary for certain CDBG applications. Find more information on Presumed Benefit Limited Clientele Certification

Plans and Reports

To continue receiving federal grant funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the City of Salem must prepare two important documents. These documents outline the City's priorities and how it plans to allocate federal grant funds. 

  1. City of Salem Consolidated Plan
  2. Annual Action Plan and Attachments

At the end of each reporting year, the City of Salem must provide a follow-up report called the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER). This report details the accomplishments related to the five-year consolidated plan. 

Important Documents

Public Notices

The City of Salem issues public notices regarding grant funding and related activities.

Conflict of Interest Disclosure

The City of Salem has a Conflict of Interest Disclosure policy for federal programs to ensure transparency and accountability.