KANNAPOLIS — The city of Kannapolis is seeking applications for funding from nonprofit groups that offer programs that benefit low- and moderate-income residents.

The funding is part of the city’s 2017-18 Community Development Block Grant allocation. The deadline to submit applications is 5 p.m. March 31.

Eligible programs include:

• Employment services such as job training.
• Crime prevention and public safety.
• Child care.
• Health services.
• Substance abuse services such as counseling and treatment.
• Fair housing counseling.
• Education programs.
• Energy conservation.
• Services for senior citizens.
• Services for the homeless.
• Welfare services (excluding income payments).
• Homebuyer down payment assistance.
• Recreational services.

Applications will be reviewed by the Community Development Commission and city staff members. The total grant allocation is estimated at $50,000.

Multiple grants of as much as $5,000 will be awarded to support existing programs. Larger grants of $15,000 may be awarded for qualifying new programs and/or new agencies. Applicants may apply for both existing and new program grants but will only receive one type of grant if eligible.

For more information or to request an application, contact Community Development Program Administrator Sherry Gordon at sgordon@kannapolisnc.gov or 704-920-4332.  Applications are also available at www.kannapolisnc.gov.