CITY OF DETROIT

NOTICE OF FUNDING AVAILABILITY (NOFA)

Department of Human, Homeless, & Family Services

2027 - 2028 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)

Public Service / Neighborhood Opportunity Fund (NOF) Application Information Guide

Mary Sheffield, Mayor Chelsea Neblett, Interim Director, HHFS

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Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION

FUNDING PRIORITIES

FUNDING REQUIREMENTS

ELIGIBLE CDBG COMPONENTS - §570.201(e)

APPLICATION SELECTION & EVALUATION CRITERIA

Phase I: Threshold Requirements

Phase II: The Selection Criteria for 2026 - 2027 Public Service Activities

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS DOCUMENT

ATTACHMENT NAMING CONVENTION

DEFINITIONS

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CITY OF DETROIT

Mary Sheffield, MAYOR

2027 – 2028

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG)/

NEIGHBORHOOD OPPORTUNITY FUND (NOF) PUBLIC SERVICE GRANT

PROGRAM

INTRODUCTION

The Mayor and City Council of the City of Detroit invite community organizations to submit Applications for projects to be funded by the Community Development Block Grant/Neighborhood Opportunity Fund (CDBG/NOF) grant program.

All nonprofit, tax-exempt community organizations with at least two (2) years of operation that wish to participate in the implementation of CDBG/NOF projects as advisors and/or as operating agencies may apply for a grant ranging from $50,000 to $100,000 for each Public Service (PS) Program.

During the 2027 - 2028 NOF PS Program Application Overview, the City of Detroit will have two virtual Application Workshops and one Application Question and Answer Session. Workshop materials will be made available 48 hours after the workshop on the City’s website at https://detroitmi.gov/departments/housing-and-revitalization-department/nonprofits-and-community-groups, then Neighborhood Opportunity Fund, and NOF Application Overview/Documents.

PLEASE NOTE: The 2027 - 2028 CDBG/NOF application has been streamlined to align with 2 CFR 200 (Code of Federal Regulations) and 24 CFR Part 500 (CDBG Policies & Procedures applicable to the programs authorized under Housing & Community Development Act of 1974).

This year the application is electronic and must be completed using the City’s “Bonfire” portal.

Microsoft Word applications are no longer accepted. Register for Bonfire at detroit.bonfirehub.com. For technical assistance navigating Bonfire:

• Visit: https://detroit.bonfirehub.com/portal/support

• Email: support.bonfire@eunasolutions.com

Applications must be submitted via Bonfire by 5:00 pm on Friday, November 6, 2026. If you need help submitting your CDBG/NOF 2027 – 2028 application documents, email eprocurement@detroitmi.gov Procurement’s e-Procurement Team at: 313-670-7878.

WARNING: All awards are contingent on the City of Detroit receiving adequate CDBG funding from HUD.

https://detroitmi.gov/departments/housing-and-revitalization-department/nonprofits-and-community-groups https://detroitmi.gov/departments/housing-and-revitalization-department/nonprofits-and-community-groups https://detroitmi.gov/departments/housing-and-revitalization-department/nonprofits-and-community-groups/neighborhood-opportunity-fund https://detroitmi.gov/departments/housing-and-revitalization-department/nonprofits-and-community-groups/neighborhood-opportunity-fund/neighborhood-opportunity-fund-application-overview#documents-block https://detroitmi.gov/departments/housing-and-revitalization-department/nonprofits-and-community-groups/neighborhood-opportunity-fund/neighborhood-opportunity-fund-application-overview#documents-block mailto:eprocurement@detroitmi.gov

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For FY 2027 – 2028, the City of Detroit will award up to 30 CDBG Public Service grants (35 max including cost-outs) to qualified nonprofit organizations. The allocation will be implemented under five (5) eligible activities as follows: Education, Health, Public Safety, Youth Recreation, and Seniors. Projects must align with the community priorities set out by the Consolidated Plan.

All organizations that receive funding, hereafter, referred to as “subrecipients” under the City’s CDBG program, are expected to read and adhere to the necessary CDBG guidelines as described in §570.201(e). The CDBG guidelines can be found at:

http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/documents/huddoc?id=DOC_17086.pdf

FUNDING PRIORITIES

City Council defines the annual community priorities based on the five-year Consolidated Plan. The Consolidated Plan can be viewed at:https://detroitmi.gov/sites/detroitmi.localhost/files/2025-11/2025- 2029%20Consolidated%20Plan%20Full%20Review%20Version%20%28EO%20revised%20 final%29.pdf The City intends to use the CDBG Public Service funds as follows:

I. Education

Education component will provide academic support to individuals in school or those that did not finish high school and desire to improve their literacy, leadership development, or get their GED and/or basic job training or skill set improvement. Applications must be focused on the three major content areas below:

A. Literacy: Classroom-based academics, including reading and math B. Enrichment/Readiness: Math and Science C. Job Training: Basic skill set improvement, technical assistance, job placement

CDBG/NOF 2027 - 2028 COMMUNITY PRIORITIES

by Priority Ranking

Education (#1 Top ranked community priority by City Council) Public Safety (2nd Ranked)

Health (3rd Ranked) Seniors (4th Ranked)

Youth Recreation (5th Lowest ranked priority by City Council) https://detroitmi.gov/sites/detroitmi.localhost/files/2025-11/2025-2029%20Consolidated%20Plan%20Full%20Review%20Version%20%28EO%20revised%20final%29.pdf https://detroitmi.gov/sites/detroitmi.localhost/files/2025-11/2025-2029%20Consolidated%20Plan%20Full%20Review%20Version%20%28EO%20revised%20final%29.pdf https://detroitmi.gov/sites/detroitmi.localhost/files/2025-11/2025-2029%20Consolidated%20Plan%20Full%20Review%20Version%20%28EO%20revised%20final%29.pdf

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II. Seniors

Seniors’ component includes activities targeted for the well-being of senior citizens for transportation and health services. Services in this category should be focused on transportation for senior medical appointments and related activities, along with other community-based group programs that provide health services to older adults suffering with Alzheimer disease and other cognitive disorders, break to people taking care of their elderly loved ones in the form of adult day care services, etc.

• Transportation: To medical appointments

• Health Services: Dental appointments, drug prescriptions etc.

• Senior Health & Wellness

III. Health

Health components are specifically designed for the provision of other health services, which does not include transportation or medical appointments. Basic health services may include, but are not limited to:

• Nutritious lunch and snacks

• Socialization and recreation, community outings, personal grooming, and hygiene

• Therapeutic activities, health monitoring, medication administration, family counseling services, prescription medication for individuals or insurance to pay retail, and prescription mail orders.

IV. Public Safety

Public Safety component includes neighborhood or community-based activities focused on safe keeping of citizens. Program services may include, but are not limited to:

• Domestic and gun violence prevention

• Crime reduction and supportive counseling and referrals

• Community/Neighborhood-Based patrols/watch and code enforcement, etc.

• Representation/Human Trafficking services

• Grief support to individuals and families

V. Recreation (Youth)

Recreation component will be focused on youth programs. Eligible service activities may include, but are not limited to:

• Arts, crafts, music, and theater

• Youth sports and activities

All Applicants must clearly indicate in the application which of the five community priorities (activities) they are requesting funds. You can only apply for “one” priority.

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FUNDING REQUIREMENTS

All funding for Public Service activities must meet the HUD National Objective of benefit to low/moderate income people as articulated under 24 CFR §570.200. In addition, the City’s FY 2027 - 2028 CDBG funding requires at least seven percent (7%) of the applicant’s request as proof of operating Cash on Hand or working capital. To demonstrate cash on hand, applicants must show their most recent bank (September/October 2026) statements. To be eligible, any operating cash funds or in-kind resources demonstrated must be directed toward provision of CDBG eligible activities during the period of the FY 2027 - 2028 award. Please read the entire CDBG/NOF Information Packet for details about the program, who and what are eligible, assessment criteria, etc.

Eligible Program Participants:

Eligible program participants for the CDBG Public Service program must meet HUD’s definitions of Basic Public Service activities as articulated under 24 CFR §570.201(e). To be eligible for CDBG assistance, a public service must either be a new program or is expanding its services, such that there is a quantifiable increase in the service, which has been provided by or on behalf of the City in the 12 calendar months prior to the submission of the action plan. See 24 CFR §570.201(e) requirement for full description.

Determination of Income Eligibility:

The definition of household income for the purpose of this program is based on Low/Moderate income criteria. Area median income varies by locality. Specific local AMI by household size is available at: https://www.huduser.gov/portal/datasets/il.html

ELIGIBLE CDBG COMPONENTS -

Funding through this NOFA will be provided for five (5) eligible Public Service activities (aka community priorities) under Education, Health, Public Safety, Recreation (Youth), and Seniors.

Applicants can request funding for more than one (1) program component; however, a separate, complete Application and all required documentation must be submitted for each CDBG component for which funding is sought. Please Note: Due to funding limitations, only one (1) program will be funded with NOF Public Service funds.

** Eligible activities and costs outlined in this NOFA are based on current CDBG federal regulations and may be subject to change.

Remember to use the Application Checklist to ensure that you attach all required documents to the application. Required documents that are not submitted could reduce total number of points or make your application ineligible.

https://www.huduser.gov/portal/datasets/il.html

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INELIGIBLE COSTS FOR ALL CDBG COMPONENTS §570.207

Pre-contract costs Back taxes, Application costs, debts, late charges, penalties Excessive travel expenses Improperly procured purchases Undocumented mileage charges Gifts, Stipends, Honorariums, Gift Cards, and Donations Staff recruitment Facilities/equipment depreciation Costs associated with the organization rather than the specific program Any costs associated with advertisements, pamphlets, surveys, etc.

Staff training, entertainment, conferences or retreats, travel Public relations, advertising, or fundraising Payments for bad debts/late fees Indirect organizational costs if an Indirect Cost Plan has not been accepted by the City prior to execution of the contract.

Rental assistance in any unit in which the Subrecipient or subsidiary has one percent or more ownership interest in the property Undocumented expenses Lobbying at partisan political activities Suing the government Promotion or advertisement without City’s consent Alcoholic beverage or illegal drugs, food not related to program activities Insurance Deductibles Publications not related to contract work Personal credit card, personal checking account charges Suing the government ☐ Purchases made as cash payments

Subrecipients (applicants awarded grants), will be monitored to assure that reimbursed CDBG expenses are compliant with program guidelines, to assess whether the program has achieved its objectives, and determine whether the program has maximized impacts and outcomes in the community and to the people being served.

Additional Applicant Requirements:

All agencies applying for the above funding priorities will be required to actively use an acceptable and accountable financial management system that minimizes any opportunity for fraud, waste, or mismanagement. The tracking and reporting system must be approved by the City before the applicant contracts with the City of Detroit. Additionally, the applicant must comply with additional requirements under the City’s Subrecipient contract agreements.

*For special population cases, the use of a comparable HUD approved tracking system will be encouraged; however, agencies must secure the approval of the use of such system from the City of Detroit prior to implementation.

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**Subrecipients must also comply with all other federal requirements outlined in 24 CFR Part §570 of the CDBG regulations and 2 CFR Part 200 of the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirement for Federal Awards.

APPLICATION SELECTION & EVALUATION CRITERIA

Applications submitted by the deadline, Friday, November 6, 2026, by 5:00 p.m., and meeting the minimum threshold requirements will be reviewed and ranked by an application review panel.

All applications will go through a selection and ranking process. Applications will be selected and funded based on the applicant’s ability to demonstrate their capacity to implement a successful program/activity, the City’s community priorities, project ranking, and available funding.

Successful applicants are more likely to receive a favorable score on the application if they demonstrate:

Meets all the Pre-Award and Threshold Requirements Responds to all questions –– A blank answer is an automatic “0” Strong capacity to implement programs and have a proven track record of program success Program design that capitalizes on successful implementation and program strength The program does not have high administrative cost Applicants have partnerships with the community in which they are working The organization has the capacity to comply with the program rules and guidelines A clearly defined Scope of Work (Program goals are realistic and achievable) Staff working on the project have the capacity and skill set to carry-out the program The Scope of Work and budget are aligned Clearly defined success and performance standards/metrics/outputs and outcomes Programming maximizes positive impacts in the community it serves and continues to expand and grow over time The program addresses defined community needs The program is either a new program or is expanding its services – there is a quantifiable increase in the service than was delivered in the 12 months prior Clearly defined financial sustainability plan Clean financial and audit reviews There is a clear Return on Investment (ROI), and organization is leveraging resources to help sustain, enhance, and maximize the program

Selected Applications must meet all the CDBG threshold requirements to be eligible for funding.

Applications that do not meet the threshold requirement will be eliminated from consideration. An application will only be considered for funding if all Threshold Requirements are met at the time of application.

Phase I: Threshold Requirements

Applications that do not meet the basic eligibility requirements listed below will be eliminated from consideration and will not move forward to the Phase-II review. At a minimum, all applicant organizations must document the following for threshold eligibility:

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√ please check if included in Application

Threshold Criteria Requisite Documents

1. _____ Meets HUD National Objective.

Must identify and meet HUD National Objective. Activities proposed under the project must meet the HUD national objective eligibility requirement of benefiting persons with low/moderate income. The proposed project must be an eligible public service activity under Community Development Block Grant Regulations (24 CFR Part 570).

1. Low/Moderate Clientele (LMC) Low/Moderate Area (LMA)

Applicants must identify which objective their program meets at the time of application.

2. ____ Group attended the 2027 - 2028 CDBG/ NOF workshop or viewed the workshop online. A leadership Representative (Officer, Board member, Management staff, etc.) from the organization MUST attend the CDBG/NOF workshop or view it online.

2.___ Attendance self-certification

Applicants must enter the date they attended or viewed recording virtually at the time of application.

3. ____ Application complete and submitted with required attachments by the deadline.

Application must be submitted through application portal: BonFire. (No additional materials or signatures will be accepted after the deadline).

No Microsoft Word or PDF applications will be accepted.

3. ____Application submitted by the deadline using on-line application portal - BonFire.

Required attachments that MUST be included:

Organization Chart Organization Policies and Procedures Procurement policy Conflict of interest policy Financial Policies and Procedures

4.____ Has at least five (5) member board, which meets at least twice a year.

Sponsors must have a functioning multi-member board of at least five (5) members, which meets at least bi-annually and is representative of the community or neighborhood involved.

4.____Board information completed in Application. Names and home addresses of board members and who represent other organizations must be listed in the application, including a statement that the majority of the Board of Directors is not family-controlled or related by blood or marriage.

__ Board meeting Minutes Attached

5.___ Has 501(c) (3) status prior to applying for Application. The sponsoring organization must provide proof it is a tax-exempt, nonprofit organization, i.e., IRS 501(c) (3) or equivalent tax-exempt status, authorized to do business in the State of Michigan.

5. IRS Determination letter included Nonprofit incorporation papers included

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6.___Has at least two (2) years of operation and proof of operations. Sponsor organizations have been in operation for at least two (2) years prior to submission of this CDBG/NOF application and provide evidence that it has been operating the proposed public service for at least two years or has the capacity to operate the service. Program outputs and date of incorporation MUST be provided to document program existence. Proof must be dated during the calendar year 2024, showing that the sponsor has operated a program or project must be provided. See Application attachments for program operation proof.

6. Provide at least one (1) copy of Proof Annual Report of sponsoring organization describing program accomplishments.

Program or project evaluation report or letter from an outside evaluator.

Performance report made to an outside funding source, e.g., Exhibit E of NOF contract with City of Detroit.

Minutes of Board of Directors meeting containing performance status/update of program activity.

Article in newspaper or publication of general circulation describing organizational program or activities

7. ____Has no unresolved government audit and monitoring problems (i.e., tax, legal, etc.).

Sponsor cannot have unresolved government audit or monitoring problems, such as City of Detroit or HUD monitoring finding or A-133 audit findings.

In addition, the sponsor cannot have unresolved federal, state, or City of Detroit tax issues, including past due or unpaid water bills.

7.___Unresolved audit findings, federal, state, or City of Detroit tax issues and past due/ delinquent Water bills

8. ___Has submitted most recent fiscal year financial statements, and 990s and, if applicable, recent audit.

Include all applicable statements, financial reports, and financial audit and 990s within the past (2) two years (2024 – 2026).

8. Applicants must submit 2025 and 2026 year-to-date Financial statements Financial audit 2024 and 2025 IRS form 990s

Please Note: All applicants will receive a financial review of their finances by the Office of the Chief Financial Officer to assess financial risk. High risk organizations with unresolved audit findings are ineligible for funding. Points may be deducted due to the financial analysis.

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9. ____Has read and signed Certification forms.

The original and all copies must be signed by an authorized representative of the sponsoring organization. An authorized signer is an officer of the Board, Executive Director, or other person designated by the Board of Directors to submit the Application on its behalf.

Note: Certification forms signed and notarized

9. Certifications (2CFR 200.415) – Documentation of “HUD Final Rule: Revised Church and State Regulations”, “Conflict of Interest Regulations”, “Board of Directors”, “HUD Debarment List” according to U.S.

Code Title 18, Sections 2, 1001, 1343 and Title 31, Sections 3729–3730 and 3801–3812

� Application Submittal Certification Forms

10. ____Submitted current (2026) Annual Non- Profit Corporation Information Update (Michigan Annual Non-Profit Report) Provide report as an attachment. Updates should have been filed with the State of Michigan on or before October 1, 2026.)

10. Michigan Annual Non-Profit Report Attached

11.____Submitted Articles of Incorporation.

Provide certificate as an attachment.

11. Articles of Incorporation attached

12._____ Applicant’s organization has provided proof of operating cash on hand (at least 7 % of the request). To demonstrate cash on hand participant must show the most recent (August/September 2026) bank statement, letter of credit, or notarized award. Make sure it shows at least seven percent cash on hand.

12. Demonstrated cash on hand (i.e., recent bank statement showing the organization’s ending balance, letter of credit, notarized award, etc.) Note: Organization name should be clearly visible on the bank statement

13. _____ Submitted Certificate of Good Standing.

Provide certificate as an attachment. Certificate must display current year (2026).

13. Certificate of Good Standing (2026) attached https://cofs.lara.state.mi.us/corpweb/HelpPage s/OrderSystemInfo.aspx

14. SAM.gov registration/ Unique Entity Id (UEI) A SAM registration is required for any entity to bid on and get paid for federal contracts or to receive federal funds. These include for profit businesses, nonprofits, government contractors, government subcontractors, state governments, and local municipalities per 2 CFR § 25.300 A SAM registration must be renewed each year to remain active and compliant.

14. You must have proof of a SAM.gov at the time of application. Go to: https://sam.gov/ to register your Entity or Get a Unique Entity ID.

https://cofs.lara.state.mi.us/corpweb/HelpPages/OrderSystemInfo.aspx https://cofs.lara.state.mi.us/corpweb/HelpPages/OrderSystemInfo.aspx https://sam.gov/

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SAMPLE THRESHOLD DOCUMENTS

Certificate of Good Standing Michigan Annual Nonprofit Report

SAMPLE THRESHOLD DOCUMENT

Articles of Incorporation

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Phase II: The Selection Criteria for 2027 - 2028 Public Service Activities

Applications passing threshold criteria review will be ranked and scored on a 100-point scale, with 0 being the lowest and 100 the highest score. Applications will be ranked according to score and recommended for funding in rank order. Note: Up to 30 CDBG PS Applicants will be awarded.

In the event that we are close to the max of 30 and there are several organizations with the same score we will use three different categories to determine who will be awarded. We will look at the applicant’s priority ranking, the financial risk analysis and as a last resort, the date and time that the application was submitted. We will also have five (5) additional spaces open to cover cost-outs or appeals, which would bring the total to 35 Awards max.

Pre-award risk review of all applicants will be conducted to comply with 2 CFR § 200.206 to review for financial stability, cash management practices, segregation of duties, quality financial management systems, internal controls, financial ratio analysis, history of performance on prior awards, and results of audits (single Audit fundings if applicable), to determine the applicant’s ability to effectively implement Statutory, regulatory and other requirements).

Financial Capacity Monitoring Audit Requirements

Current Subrecipient Application review will also include a performance assessment by City Staff.

Up to 20 Points will be deducted from the application score total if the Subrecipient has not adhered to its contractual obligations. The review will include:

late reporting / timely (30 day) submission of complete monthly payment packets, unsupported costs missing documentation ineligible activities adherence to contractual agreement, expenditure of grant funds per period of performance, financial risk monitoring from the Office of the Chief Financial Officer, and Programmatic monitoring by The Department of Human, Homeless and Family Services.

achievement toward stated performance metrics.

Up to 6 points will be deducted for any applicant whose financial statements have shown the organization to be unhealthy in any year collected.

Note: All applicants will receive a risk assessment from the Office of the Chief Financial Officer to assess financial risk. Risk Ratings include High Risk, Moderate Risk, and Low Risk. High risk organizations with unresolved audit findings are ineligible for funding.

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REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS DOCUMENT

The following attachments must be uploaded to Bonfire as attachments to your application:

� A copy of your federal tax-exempt designation from the Internal Revenue Service.

� Provide at least one proof that the organization has operated a program/project activity for at least two (2) years. Proof must be dated during the calendar year 2024 and consists of ONE of the following:

• Annual Report of sponsoring organization describing program accomplishments.

• Program/project evaluation report or letter from outside evaluator.

• Performance report made to an outside funding source, e.g., Exhibit E of NOF contract with City of Detroit.

• Minutes of Board of Directors meeting containing performance status/update of program activity; or

• Article in newspaper or publication of general circulation describing organizational program or activities.

� To demonstrate financial standing and capacity, provide a copy of your certified Audit (if applicable), Financial Statement for 2025 and year-to-date 2026, IRS form 990 for 2024 and 2025. These statements should reflect the annual expenses. If your organization has had an audit, please attach one copy.

� Monitoring or Audit Corrective Action Plan, If applicable.

� If you are incorporated, provide a copy of your most recent Non-Profit Corporation

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Information Update. Updates should have been filed with the State of Michigan on or before October 1st at www.michigan.gov/fileonline

� A copy of your organization’s Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws with the State of

Michigan.

� A copy of your organization’s current year (2026) Certificate of Good Standing. Label as Obtain here https://cofs.lara.state.mi.us/corpweb/HelpPages/OrderSystemInfo.aspx

� A copy of your organization’s recent (August/September) Bank Statement to show proof of operating cash.

� Copy of your organization’s Sustainability Plan.

� Intake Form

� Proof of Sam’s.gov registration

� Organization Chart

� Organization Policies and Procedures

� Organization Procurement policy

� Organization Conflict of interest policy

� Organization Financial Policies and Procedures (could be included with organization’s policies and procedures)

� Organizational Brochure (optional)

� Project Budget – Complete, detailed and mathematically correct

� Budget Explanation and Justification

� Board Meeting Minutes – Attach at least two meeting minutes from 2026

� Staff Resumes (or job description, if applicable) for ALL persons responsible for administration and implementation of the grant, if the position is not filled, attach job description(s)

� Letters of Support - At least (3) three signed support letters dated after January 1, 2026.

http://www.michigan.gov/fileonline https://cofs.lara.state.mi.us/corpweb/HelpPages/OrderSystemInfo.aspx

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Letters should come from program recipients or community organizations providing similar services and/or serving a similar population. While we appreciate recommendations from other City of Detroit departments, they do not qualify as support letters. The support letters should clearly indicate the need for the program, the impact of the program, efforts that have been made to collaborate and/or the reasons the applicant is an appropriate organization to be awarded a grant. Support letters should include the name, address, and signature of the author. It is recommended that at least one of the support letters be from a program recipient or participant.

� Sign & Submit Exhibit N. Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion Lower Tier covered Transactions.

� Signed application submittal certification. Must be signed by the Executive Director AND the board chair.

� Sign, Notarize, and Submit Certification. HUD Final Rule: Revised Church and State

Regulations Certificate

DEFINITIONS

Agency Identification and Signature Page verifies the non-profit status of your organization and provides information about your service area.

FAIN Federal Award Identification Number

Problem Statement describes the specific social condition (s) to be addressed.

Inputs are the resources that will be used to achieve the program objectives. Inputs include staff, volunteers, facilities, equipment, and supplies. Additional resources such as collaborations and referrals may also be categorized as inputs. Resumes and job descriptions submitted with this Application provide evidence the organization can implement the program, based on the experience and qualification of its staff.

Activities are the types of services the program provides. This is what the agency does with the inputs to fulfill its mission and to provide services. For example, sheltering homeless families, educating the public about the signs of child abuse, and providing adult mentors for youth. Program activities result in outputs.

Outputs are the direct products of program operation, measured in terms of the volume of work accomplished. For example, the number of classes taught, the number of counseling sessions conducted, or the number of participants served. Outputs should lead to a desired benefit for participants.

Outcomes are the benefits or changes clients experience during or after participating in program activities. Outcomes may relate to changes in knowledge, attitudes, values, skills, behavior, condition, or other attributes. Examples of program outcomes include greater knowledge nutritional needs, improved reading skills, more effective responses to conflict, getting a job and having greater financial stability.

Agencies must clearly state the methodology used to measure outcomes, i.e., surveys, client interviews, pre- and post-tests results or clients’ self- reporting.

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Impacts assess the changes that can be attributed to a particular intervention, such as a project, program, or policy, both the intended ones, as well as ideally the unintended ones. For example, an Impact question is structured to answer the question: how outcomes such as participants’ well-being have changed if the intervention had not been undertaken.

Program Budget outlines the financial resources by cost categories that are required to carry out the program objectives. The budget must clearly reflect all aspects of the program, whether it is transportation of clients to the program site, the printing of brochures describing the program to potential clients, or the salaries of the staff operating the program. It should also reflect the total amount of CDBG dollars requested, as well as other secured and anticipated funding sources for the program.

Organizational Budget is a copy of your Board-approved organizational budget for the current program year must be provided as an Attachment, in a form that is acceptable to the Housing and Revitalization Department. This budget must outline all expenditures and include a list of secured and anticipated funding sources.

Subrecipient is a government agency, non-profit or For-Profit, or College that undertakes selected activities on behalf of Grantee.

CBDO is a community-based development organization whose primary purpose is to undertake community development by addressing one or more critical problems areas with special attention on low-and moderate-income persons.