The FY 2026 Defense Community Infrastructure Program offers funding to support projects that improve military readiness, mission assurance, or the quality of life for military families. A total of $230 million is available, with individual awards ranging from $250,000 to $20 million. Projects must be related to military installations and fall within the specified funding categories.
Who it's for: This grant is for county, state, and city or township governments, as well as other unspecified entities that can contribute to military readiness or enhance the quality of life for military families.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Requesting more than $20 million
- Requesting less than $250,000
- Not related to military installations
- Failure to meet cost-sharing requirements
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Proof of eligibility
- Cost-sharing plan
- Documentation of project impact on military readiness or family quality of life
- Registration with federal grant systems
- Letters of support from military installations
Cautions
- Ensure project aligns with military installation needs
- Strict award range limits
- Funds must be obligated by September 30, 2026
- Cost-sharing is required
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include county governments, state governments, and city or township governments. Additionally, there is an 'unrestricted' category, which may allow other types of entities to apply, though specifics are not detailed. Projects must be related to military installations and align with the goals of enhancing military readiness or improving the quality of life for military families.
Overview
This grant is for county, state, and city or township governments, as well as other unspecified entities that can contribute to military readiness or enhance the quality of life for military families.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Requesting more than $20 million
- Requesting less than $250,000
- Not related to military installations
- Failure to meet cost-sharing requirements
Use of Funds
Funds can be used for projects that enhance military readiness, mission assurance, or improve the quality of life for military families at installations. This could include infrastructure improvements, community services, or other relevant projects.
Cost Sharing
Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Apr 17, 2026
- Deadline
- Jun 25, 2026(12 days)
- Archive Date
- Jul 25, 2026
Application Checklist
- Confirm eligibility as a government entity
- Develop a project proposal within the $250,000 to $20 million range
- Prepare a detailed budget and cost-sharing plan
- Gather letters of support from relevant military installations
- Register with federal grant systems (e.g., SAM.gov)
- Submit application by June 25, 2026