Genesee County Basic Needs Assistance (Applications Closed)

Genesee County has established the Basic Needs Assistance Program to provide relief for low/moderate-income residents impacted by COVID-19. The fund is to be created with $216,844 of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG-CV) funds received under the CARES Act. 

Eligible activities include support to local food pantry and food banks, as well as public service providers supporting residents’ basic needs. Grants will be available in amounts up to $10,000 and will be administered through the Genesee County Metropolitan Planning Commission (GCMPC).

Applicant must be a non-profit organization located in Genesee County, not located within the City of Flint, City of Davison, City of Clio, Village of Otter Lake, or Village of Lennon that serves residents in Genesee County outside of the communities listed above. Applicant must also meet all the following requirements:

  • Must be able to demonstrate a negative impact due to COVID-19
  • Must have an active System for Award Management (SAM) registration with no exclusions, and DUNS number at the time of applying
  • Must not be on debarred list for receiving federal funding
  • Must provide a W-9 in the organization’s name
  • Must disclose any conflict of interest with any county employee, elected official, or appointee of an elected official
  • Assistance must go towards benefiting low/moderate-income individuals. Beneficiaries of this program must be at or below the income levels shown below, based on household size. Client must self-certify that they meet this income requirement to receive assistance using the self-certification form to be provided with the grant agreement. Funds are disbursed on a reimbursement basis.

Applications will be available beginning November 9 until November 25, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. To apply, please use the following link: (https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FCQNWFN)

  • Fill in all applicable fields of the application;
  • Ensure that all required documentation has been uploaded (see list below)
  • You should receive an automated email response letting you know the application was received.

The following information will be necessary to complete the application:

  • Completed W9 Form
  • Proof of SAM Registration
  • Organization’s latest audit summary
  • Insurance certificate(s) indicating coverage for the structure(s) where services and/or shelter are provided.  Insurance certificate that details the agency’s liability, fidelity bonding coverage, workmen’s compensation, and auto insurance for the agency as applicable.