The Public Service Program is designed to assist local 501 (c) (3) organizations to primarily service qualified low-and-moderate-income (LMI) citizens residing in the city limits of Jonesboro through their proposed project(s) as either Area Benefit or Limited Clientele.
Donor Name: City of Jonesboro
State: Arkansas
City: Jonesboro
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 03/06/2026
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: 1 Year
Details:
The major focus of Jonesboro’s CDBG program is to provide a suitable living environment, decent housing, social services, and economic opportunities in low-income areas, and for low-to-moderate income persons.
Funding Information
There is a $10,000 minimum and $20,000 maximum funding request.
Project Period
July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027.
Eligible Activities
Public Service funds can be used for a wide range of activities, including but not limited to:
- Employment services (e.g., job training);
- Crime prevention and public safety;
- Child care;
- Health services;
- Substance abuse services (e.g., counseling and treatment);
- Education programs;
- Energy conservation;
- Services for disabled veterans;
- Services for individuals with disabilities;
- Services for senior citizens;
- Welfare services (excluding income payments);
- Down payment assistance; and
- Recreational services.
Eligibility Criteria
Funding eligibility is as follow, including but not limited to:
- Must be a not-for-profit organization IRS 501 (c)(3)
- Organization must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM)
- Must serve an absolute verifiable minimum of 51% Low Income
- Must be a NEW non-duplicated service or quantifiable increase in the level of service
For more information, visit City of Jonesboro.
