Capacity Building Program
The Capacity Building Program funds activities that build the capacity of organizations and communities to address root causes of housing challenges and create thriving and inclusive communities. Communities most impacted by housing challenges and disparities are experts and key partners in developing solutions to these challenges. We trust organizations and communities to use their knowledge and creativity to develop strategies that work for them.
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2024 RFP Application Process
The Capacity Building Request for Proposal is currently closed.
Up to $4,875,000 is available through the 2024 Capacity Building RFP. We estimate:
- $3,625,000 for Organizational Capacity Building
- $1,250,000 for Intermediary Capacity Building
The maximum award is up to $200,000 per grantee for a two- or three-year grant period.
Application Materials
Review the following materials to submit a complete application.
- RFP Application Instructions, updated 05/23/2024
- Read carefully for complete application instructions and submission requirements. This webpage only includes some of the information.
- Submit the following through the Application Website
- Application Questions (for reference only), must be completed through the application website
- Application Signature Page
- Submit the following Pre-Award Risk Assessment Documents through the Financial Portal
- Review Application Instructions for required forms and detailed submission instructions
- Nonprofits
- Financial documents in Application Instructions
- Internal Control Certification, if applicable
- Risk Assessment Form
- Evidence of good standing with Minnesota Secretary of State
- Financial documents in Application Instructions
- For-Profit Businesses (Tribal Business Entities)
- Financial documents in Application instructions
- Internal Controls Certification, if applicable
- Risk Assessment Form
- Evidence of good standing with Minnesota Secretary of State
- Financial documents in Application instructions
- Tribal governments are not subject to the Pre-Award Risk Assessment
Program Questions
If you have questions, email them by July 8 by 11:59 p.m. (Central time). We will post our responses on this webpage on July 10.
Eligibility Requirements
Some eligibility requirements are listed for your convenience. For all eligibility information, read the application instructions.
Information Session
We held an information session in May. It covered an overview of the Capacity Building Program, RFP process and how to apply.
Missed the session?
Watch the recording to learn more. You can also download the presentation.