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The City of Nampa administers the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development allocats funds to the City on an annual basis to be used to develop viable communities by providing decent housing, a suitable living environment, and opportunities to expand economic opportunities, principally for low- and moderate-income persons.
Every year, the City of Nampa accepts applications from the community for projects that primarially benefit low- and moderate-income persons. Applications for the 2009 program year are available on the web. Awarding decisions are made in July with funding available in October. A copy of the 2008 Action Plan, identifying programs funded with the 2008 CDBG allocation can be downloaded below.
To learn more about the CDBG program and projects funded in the past, please see the Annual Action Plans in the downloads below.
- 2009 CDBG Action Plan is available for download. Each year the City must develop a one-year Action Plan to notify citizens and HUD of the City's intended actions during that particular year with CDBG funding. This plan outlines the projects that the City has funded with that years CDBG allocation. A copy of the action plan can be downloaded below or a hard copy can be obtained by contacting City Hall.
- 2010 CDBG application are now being accepted. Applications are due April 26, 2010. Application workshop will be held at City Hall Council Chambers on Friday, March 12. Copies of the 2010 application, in pdf and word, can be downloaded below. Budget forms, in excel, are also available for download below.
- 2008 CDBG CAPER (End Year Report) is available on-line. Every year, the City reports on the activities over the past program year. The report highlights the accomplishments achieved during the previous Program Year. Download the CDBG CAPER below. The download does not contain all appendicies. To obtain a complete hard copy please contact City Hall.
- 2007-2011 CDBG Consolidated Plan is now available on the web.
A hard copy can be obtained by contacting City Hall. Download it below. The document is very large, please be patient.
2009 HUD Income Guidelines for Nampa
| Number in Household | Extremely Low Annual
(30% of Median) | Very
Low Annual
(50% of Median) | Low Annual
(80% of Median) |
| 1 | $13,150 | $21,900 | $35,000 |
| 2 | $15,000 | $25,000 | $40,000 |
| 3 | $16,900 | $28,150 | $45,000 |
| 4 | $18,750 | $31,250 | $50,000 |
| 5 | $20,250 | $33,750 | $54,000 |
| 6 | $21,750 | $36,250 | $58,000 |
| 7 | $23,250 | $28,750 | $62,000 |
| 8+ | $24,750 | $41,250 | $66,000 |
The City of Nampa has recieved a total of $3.6 million under the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (HERA), Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP). The program has been funded under the Community Development Block Grant Program for the purpose of assisting in the redevelopment of abandoned and foreclosed homes to stabilize communities. It should be specifically noted that this funding is not for the purpose of foreclosure prevention, but to return foreclosed properties back to the market and stabilize neighborhoods. Idaho Housing & Finance Association (IHFA) has been designated as the agency responsible for the administration of Idaho's NSP program and has allocate NSP funds to the areas of greatest need within the State.
The City of Nampa will be a subrecipient of IHFA and will distribute funds for activities in Nampa. NSP funds will be used for the following primary activities:
- Foreclosed property acquisition/rehabilitation and resale to eligible homebuyers
- Foreclosed property acquisition and rehabilitation for use as long-term affordable rental properties
- Acquisition of foreclosed and blighted or foreclosed vacant property resulting in new construction of eligible homeownership or rental activities (demolition is allowed for blighted structures only)
- Funds can be used as a financing mechanism through down payment assistance
Qualified Contractor Roster
The City of Nampa solicited experienced contractors to partner with the City and a number of Nampa based non-profit housing organizations to rehabilitate foreclosed homes within our community. The solicitation was designed to prequalify contractors who have demonstrated good business practices and are willing to take on a full range of residential construction projects.
The inclusion of any individuals or firms on the Qualified Contractor Roster (QCR) does not constitute an assurance by the City or their non-profit partners to enter into any contract with the individual or firm during the specified period. The roster can be downloaded below. Any individuals or firms who missed the deadline or did not qualify for inclusion on the QCR during the initial solicitation, may apply or reapply for consideration as part of a bi-annual review of the QCR. A Nampa Neighborhood Stabilization Program contractor qualification application must be picked up in person at Nampa City Hall, 411 3rd Street South, Nampa.
There are opportunities for funding. Below is a list of avenues to assist in researching funding opportunities. These are not the only ones out there and therefore only a sampling of tools available for agencies to use. Please contact them directly for assistance.
Show Me The Money: Show Me The Money is a weekly newsletter produced by Idaho Commerce and Labor to promote grant opportunities and events. Each issue contains a brief program description and a link to the websites of the agency sponsoring the grant opportunity. Topics covered include the arts, social services, environment, education, community development, and technology to name a few. The service is free and open to anyone with a valid email address. Click here to view Show Me the Money's limited past issues and to sign up for the distribution list.
Non-Profit Guides: "Non-profit Guides" are free web-based grant-writing tool for non-profit organizations, charitable, educational, public organizations, and other community-minded groups. The guides are designed to assist established non-profits through the grant-writing process. In addition to the guides, the website lists numerous foundations and granting agencies in which organizations can apply for funds. To learn more about this free tool, please see visit their website.
Grants.gov: Grants.gov is THE single access point for over 1,000 grant programs offered by all Federal grant making agencies. Grants.gov allows organizations to electronically find and apply for more than $400 billion in Federal grants. By registering once on this site, your organization can apply for grants from 26 different Federal agencies. To learn more about this resource, see the link below.
The Funding Information Center: The FIC is a special collection of books and other materials relating to philanthropy, with emphasis on foundation and corporate giving and government assistance for nonprofits. Information about special events, volunteers, and management of nonprofit organizations is also included. The FIC can be accessed at the Boise Public Library and the Caldwell Public Library. Click here to learn more about the Funding Information Center at the Boise Public Libraryand the Caldwell Public Library.
Directory of Idaho Foundations: The Directory of Idaho Foundations, published by the Caldwell Public Library, is an excellent source of information about grant opportunities in Idaho. The directory is updated frequently, and a new publication was made available in January 2007. Caldwell Public Library also maintains a collection of materials to assist grant seekers. For more information about the directory or the collection, contact the Caldwell library at 1-208-459-3242.
Below is a list of a limited number of local funding options for agencies. This is a tool for agencies to use. Please contact them directly to determine eligiblity.
Idaho Community Foundation: The Idaho Community Foundation (ICF) was established in 1988 to provide a larger pool of philanthropic capital to fund worthwhile philanthropic projects in Idaho. Applications for competitive grants in the Southwestern, Eastern and Northern grants regions are accepted on a cyclical basis, with specific opening and closing dates. Only one region is available for grantseeking at any time. Click here to learn more about the Idaho Community Foundation and application due dates.
Healthy Nampa Healthy Youth: HNHY was established as part of a community-wide effort to develop partnerships that strengthen families and encourage the citizens of Nampa to develop a more caring and nurturing community which promotes the well-being of all children and teenagers. HNHY offers grant opportunities for organizations that design projects to serve Nampa youth. Applicants must represent schools, agencies or other community institutions rather than individuals. Applications from coalitions are encouraged. Applications are received and reviewed twice yearly. To be considered for funding, completed application packets must be received by April 30 or October 31. A committee will review all applications; the HNHY Coalition will determine the awards at its regular meeting in May and November. For more information and the application packet, please visit theHealthy Families Healthy Youth website.
Community Reinvestment Act: The Community Reinvestment Act (CRA), passed in 1977, holds banks and savings institutions accountable for meeting the credit needs of all communities they are chartered to serve, including low- and moderate-income communities. CRA applies to federally insured depository institutions, national banks, thrifts, and state-chartered commercial and savings banks. To learn more about the CRA and to see ratings of financial institutions please visit their website.
Small Business Administration-Boise Office: As the engine for economic growth of our economy, small business success is the primary concern of SBA. We help small businesses succeed. Small business owners are aided, counseled and assisted through the efforts of SBA and its resource partners. In conjunction with our partners we provide service in primarily three areas: financial assistance, management assistance and procurement assistance.
Visit the Small Business Administration website to learn more about the office in Boise and the services available.
Small Business Development Center: is a university-based organization offering a wealth of free and low-cost information designed to educate and support Idaho small business owners and managers, inventors, and potential entrepreneurs. Visit the Small Business Development Center's website to learn more about the services and technical assistance available.
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