Benton Harbor Receives $400,000 in Federal CDBG Funding

Congressman announces investment to boost housing affordability and community development

Apr. 19, 2026 at 5:00pm

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An abstract illustration composed of overlapping triangles and rectangles in shades of blue, green, and yellow, conveying the idea of government investment in local community programs.Federal grant funding aims to boost housing affordability and community development in the city of Benton Harbor.Benton Harbor Today

The city of Benton Harbor, Michigan will receive nearly $400,000 in federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development this fiscal year. Congressman Bill Huizenga announced the $388,000 allocation, which will help expand housing affordability and support other community development efforts in the city.

Why it matters

CDBG funding is a critical resource for cities like Benton Harbor to address issues of housing, economic opportunity, and quality of life for low- and moderate-income residents. This investment comes as Benton Harbor continues to recover from past economic challenges and seeks to improve living conditions for all its citizens.

The details

The CDBG grant money will be used by the city of Benton Harbor for a variety of projects, including assisting residents with home repairs. Benton Harbor is one of two Berrien County communities that receives direct CDBG support from the federal government, the other being the city of Niles. In addition, the state of Michigan has received a $34 million CDBG allocation.

  • The funding is for Fiscal Year 2026.

The players

Benton Harbor

A city in Berrien County, Michigan that will receive the $388,000 in CDBG funding.

Congressman Bill Huizenga

The U.S. Representative who announced the CDBG funding allocation for Benton Harbor.

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

The federal agency that administers the Community Development Block Grant program, which is providing the funding to Benton Harbor.

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What they’re saying

“The investment will help expand housing affordability and support community development efforts in the community.”

— Congressman Bill Huizenga

The takeaway

This CDBG funding represents an important federal investment in improving living conditions and economic opportunities for Benton Harbor's low- and moderate-income residents, as the city continues its efforts to recover and revitalize.