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City board hears HOPWA and CDBG funding proposals from a dozen nonprofits; $3.3M HOPWA pool noted
Summary
The Community Development Recommending Board heard presentations from multiple nonprofits seeking HOPWA and CDBG funds (HOPWA allocation cited at about $3.3 million; CDBG at about $500,000). Agencies highlighted service models, recent outcomes, audit corrections and needs for mental-health and housing stabilization services.
The Community Development Recommending Board on Feb. 9 heard presentations from more than a dozen nonprofits competing for federal HOPWA (Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS) and CDBG (Community Development Block Grant) funding covering fiscal years 2026–27 and 2027–28.
Colleen Duwiger, Neighborhood Services, told the board the city posted the RFP Oct. 13, 2025, held technical workshops Oct. 28, closed applications Nov. 13 and received eligible applications Dec. 8. She described the approximate program pools as $3.3 million for HOPWA and $500,000 for CDBG for two-year cycles and asked members to disclose any conflicts of interest before applicant presentations.
Applicants described a range of housing and supportive-service approaches. Iria Ephraim, interim executive director at Golden Rainbow, said the agency provides housing and supportive services to people affected by HIV…
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