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HCD RFP and NOFA Announcment

​​Kitsap County is looking for applicants for affordable housing projects through a Request for Proposals (RFP) and a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA).

​Community Investments in Affordable Housing (CIAH) & HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) RFP is posted. The Organization Information application will be available for all applicants beginning June 17. Project applications for CIAH and HOME funds will open on June 17.

​CIAH & HOME​ RFP​​​

Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) NOFA is posted. The Organization Information applicaion will be available for all applicants beginning June 17. Project applications for CDBG funds will open on June 17.

​​CDBG NOFA​

​Agencies that expect to submit an application for CIAH, CDBG, or HOME funds should reach out to program staff to set up a meeting to talk through the planned project. This meeting will go over basic eligibility requirements and walk through the application process.

Please email Joel and Bonnie to set up a time:

Joel Warren -> jwarren@kitsap.gov

Bonnie Tufts -> btufts@kitsap.gov


HCD Policy Plan

​​The Policy Plan that will guide the HCD grant cycle was approved by the Kitsap County Commissioners on May 11, 2026. The Policy Plan outlines priorities, program rules and policies for the CIAH, CDBG, and HOME programs. View the 2027 HCD Policy Plan here. ​​

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2027 HCD Capital Application Key Dates​

​​April 20 -> Policy Plan posted

May 14 -> RFP Posted (CIAH, HOME, and CDBG funds)

June 17 -> Application Opens

July 17 -> Application Closes

Sept 10 -> Capital GRC Deliberations

Sept 21 -> Funding recommendations posted


​Annual Report - Executive Summary​​​​​​​

The Block Grant and CIAH Programs have completed the Annual Report Executive Summary. This report highlights coordination between the programs, the 2025 activities and accomplishments, current status of projects, and a look at the 2026 funding awards. 

View the Executive Summary here​.​


2026 Funding Recommendations

The Capital Grant Recommendation Committee (GRC) alongside County staff reviewed all capital applications for the 2026 funding cycle.

Kitsap County program staff made recommendations for the CDBG Service projects.

Please see the Coordinated Grant Page for more information on the program, including the grant cycle schedule.​


Contact Us

Bonnie Tufts, Manager
360-337-4606
btufts@kitsap.gov

Doug Washburn​​
Director, Department of Human Services
dwashburn@kitsap.gov

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Program Overview


The Block Grant Program is funded through the Federal Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD). Kitsap County receives an annual allocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnership (HOME) funds. The amounts are determined by a formula and the federal budget.


The purpose of the program is to provide the community with a source of funds to address a wide range of housing and community needs. The funds are used to support agencies, non-profits, and governments in addressing the needs of low-income and special needs households in the community. CDGB funds are primarily used to fund capital and economic development projects, with a smaller portion used to fund public services. HOME funds are used to fund housing projects. 

The goal is to assist in the development of decent housing, create suitable living environments and expand economic opportunities for low income individuals and families.  Funding is guided by the Consolidated Plan and annual Action Plans 

Grant funds are awarded annually through a Coordinated Grant Application. For more information on the grant application cycle click on the Application Cycle button on this page. Funding decisions are made through a public process that includes review and recommendation of a Grant Recommendation Committee and approval by the Board of County Commissioners.

For more information or questions about the Block Grant Program, contact program staff listed below.​


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