City of Tuscaloosa Recognizes National Community Development Week
April 3, 2026
The City of Tuscaloosa will celebrate National Community Development Week from April 6-10, 2026. During National Community Development Week, Tuscaloosa residents will have the chance to see how federally funded initiatives are making a difference in local communities. The weeklong celebration will highlight the positive impact of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and the HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) programs.
The CDBG program provides grants to over 1,200 local governments to create neighborhood approaches that improve the physical, economic and social conditions in communities. Every $1.00 of CDBG leverages more than double in other funding, bringing additional resources to communities. The CDBG program is needed more than ever to help our most vulnerable citizens and improve the overall condition of our neighborhoods.
The HOME program has been operating since 1992 to provide funding to local communities to create decent, safe and affordable housing opportunities for low-income families.
Over the past five years, the City of Tuscaloosa has received a total of $5,254,708 in CDBG entitlement funds and $2,410,88 in HOME entitlement funds.
Tuscaloosa will highlight the program on Thursday, April 9, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. with a community panel and public discussion at the Curry Environmental Services Building. Food and refreshments will be provided while supplies last.