Community Infrastructure Fund (CIF)

The Community Infrastructure Fund (CIF) complements the States’ Economic Development Assistance Program as a primary investment tool for DRA. Investments support projects that address flood control, basic public infrastructure, and transportation infrastructure improvements. From FY 2021-2023, CIF projects facilitated these impacts:

  • 10,588 jobs created or retained
  • 551 individuals trained
  • 50,821 families affected

Community Infrastructure Fund 2024 Funding

Total Funds Available:  $29,554,524

Grant Award Minimum: $500,000

Grant Award Maximum: $2,000,000

Funding Cycle Opens: March 11, 2024

Application Deadline: Annual Rolling Cycle

More information about the 2024 CIF NOFA Application can be found in the Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA).

Applicants are encouraged to contact their Local Development District for additional information about the 2024 CIF NOFA as well as for assistance in developing their applications. Technical questions about the NOFA should be directed to sedap.cif@dra.gov with the subject line: CIF NOFA. Include the contact’s name, applicant organization, and phone number in the body of your email.

For any questions about this program, please contact Amanda Allen, Director of Critical Infrastructure, at aallen@dra.gov.

This program is funded in part by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law signed by President Biden.

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