Redesigned CDBG-DR and CDBG-MIT Pages Now Available on the HUD ExchangeThe HUD Exchange has launched redesigns of both the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CBDG-DR) and Community Development Block Grant Mitigation (CDBG-MIT) pages. The new pages prioritize simpler, more intuitive layouts, reorganize important resources for increased findability, and offer a more engaging experience for all users.Visit the CDBG-DR pageVisit the CDBG-MIT page

COVID-19 Resource Digest for Homeless Providers – December 8, 2021The emergence of the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) calls for enhanced cooperation between public health authorities, homeless service systems, and other partners at the local level. To support these partnerships and the vulnerable households served, HUD and its partners are issuing guidance from subject matter experts on best practices and lessons learned.This digest contains recently published resources from HUD’s Office of Special Needs Assistance Programs (SNAPS) and its national, state, and local partners.New ResourceVaccine Planning and DistributionVaccination for Children and Adolescents: ConsiderationsUpcoming Office HoursDate and Time: December 17, 2021, at 2:30 PM ESTPlease note: There will be no Office Hours held on Friday, December 10, 2021.Additional ResourcesVisit the Disease Risks and Homelessness page to…

New Resources for DCTA Recipients and Smaller Distressed CommunitiesThis library of resources, relevant to Distressed Cities and Persistent Poverty Technical Assistance (DCTA) recipients and smaller distressed communities, features a wide range of resources, reports, webinars and funding opportunities that might be of interest to small governments, tribal organizations and non-profits, including COVID-19 recovery information. Check back regularly for new resources and information!The following resources are the newest webinars, reports, and other information available on the DCTA Program Resources page.Reports, Tools, and GuidanceA Pioneering Approach to Bring a Legacy of Quality, Affordable Housing to Communities, Center for Community Progress Best Practices for Meaningful Community Engagement, Groundwork USA Build What Better?, The Bond Buyer CDFI Fund Opens CY 2021 NMTC Allocation Round, Novogradac Communities Across the US Are Addressing Property Deterioration…

Office Hours: Detection & Mitigation of COVID-19 in Homeless Service Sites and Other Congregate Facilities – December 8, 2021 – 3:00 PM ESTThe fifth session in the Detection & Mitigation of COVID-19 in Homeless Service Sites and Other Congregate Facilities Office Hours Series is coming up on December 8, 2021, at 3:00 PM EST. This series highlights best practices for communities to prevent, prepare for, and respond to COVID-19.Office Hours ObjectivesPanelists from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and HUD will review:COVID-19 isolation and quarantine logistics and strategies for people experiencing homelessness, including a community exampleEmerging practices and information about how those strategies can be funded through new and existing funding sourcesWho Should Attend?This webinar is primarily intended for…

Register Today: HOME-ARP Webinar Series: Non-Congregate Shelter Project Case Studies - December 15, 2021 - 1:30 PM ESTThe American Rescue Plan (ARP) provides $5 billion through the HOME-ARP program to HOME Participating Jurisdictions (PJs). In collaboration with other community stakeholders, HOME PJs can use the funding to make targeted, strategic investments in housing and other assistance for people experiencing or at imminent risk of homelessness, and other vulnerable populations.This webinar will review Non-Congregate Shelter (NCS) planning considerations through case studies to assist PJs who are interested in using HOME-ARP to create NCS for their community. Register today!This webinar is part of a webinar series made available by HUD's Office of Affordable Housing Programs (OAHP) to assist communities in planning for their…

Emergency Housing Vouchers Office Hours – December 7, 2021 – 3:00 PM ESTHUD's Office of Public and Indian Housing (PIH) is hosting weekly Office Hours to support the implementation of the Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHV) program. These Office Hours will be held on Tuesdays from 3:00 – 4:00 PM EST.The next EHV Office Hours on Tuesday, December 7, 2021 will provide guidance pertaining to portability. PHAs will have an opportunity to ask questions during an expanded Q&A session.Joining InstructionsParticipants do not need to register in advance. It is strongly recommended that you join the Office Hours 15 minutes prior to the start time. Don't miss out – add this event to your calendar.Join the Office HoursTo learn more about the EHV Office Hours series,…

State CDBG Timely Expenditure Reports Posted - Data as of November 30, 2021These reports provide data and charts to support Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) State, Insular Area, and Hawaii Non-Entitlement grantees in meeting program expenditure requirements.View the reports.Related Resource: CDBG Timeliness VideoCheck out the Explore CDBG product CDBG Timeliness and Best Practices to Achieve Timely Performance. This video explains the timely expenditure and distribution requirements of the CDBG program and how timely expenditure of funds contributes to grantees' overall performance. Viewers learn best practices for proactively managing CDBG grant funds to avoid being untimely.Explore CDBG is a collection of online technical assistance products designed to answer questions on how to use CDBG funds.

2021 Longitudinal Systems Analysis Report ScheduleThis information was originally distributed via HUD.gov. HUD Exchange is redistributing the information for awareness.This announcement contains important information about the upcoming 2021 Longitudinal Systems Analysis (LSA) data submission process. The Homelessness Data Exchange (HDX) 2.0 will open for LSA uploads on Monday, December 6, 2021. Thank you for your patience as timelines have changed. These changes are a result of changes in HUD’s internal process and not the team of technical assistance providers supporting vendors or communities as they submit their LSA files.The 2021 LSA data submission process will begin with a Preliminary Upload Phase. During this time, communities are encouraged to make at least one upload attempt. Communities will be able to view errors for their…

Register Today: Special White House Briefing on Youth Vaccines and Adult Boosters – December 1, 2021 – 1:00 PM ESTHUD is hosting a webinar to provide information and resources on the youth vaccine, booster shots, and the latest news on COVID-19.Speakers include:Dr. Cameron Webb, White House COVID Response Team's Senior Policy Advisor for EquityPaula Fields, MSN, BSN, RN, School-Based Health Alliance Vice President of Programs and Technical AssistanceRepresentatives from Los Angeles County Development Authority, Central Neighborhood Health Foundation, and the California Department of Public HealthWho Should Attend?This webinar is intended for all public housing agencies (PHAs), housing providers, community partners, faith-based organizations, and federal, state, and local staff.

COVID-19 Resource Digest for Homeless Providers – November 30, 2021The emergence of the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) calls for enhanced cooperation between public health authorities, homeless service systems, and other partners at the local level. To support these partnerships and the vulnerable households served, HUD and its partners are issuing guidance from subject matter experts on best practices and lessons learned.This digest contains recently published resources from HUD’s Office of Special Needs Assistance Programs (SNAPS) and its national, state, and local partners.New ResourcesClient-Informed Data Collection Best Practices: Community ExamplesMaterials Posted: Temperature Check on COVID-19 Preparedness WebinarJoin Friday's Office HoursDate and Time: December 3, 2021, at 2:30 PM ESTParticipants do not need to register in advance. It is strongly recommended that you join…