Community Services

Community Improvements

The City of DeKalb works with residents, community leaders, and social services agencies to provide a consistently high quality of life for all citizens of DeKalb. In order to accomplish this goal, the City provides a variety of programs funded through the CDBG Program, Tax Increment Financing, and other sources.

• Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) is a Federal program that provides funding for housing and community development activities. You may view the Consolidated Plan (2015-2019) and Annual Action Plans Opens a New Window. .
• Human Services Funding grants are awarded on an annual basis to local not-for-profits with 501(c)(3) status who provide services to residents of the City of DeKalb.

Home-Buyer Assistance

The City of DeKalb does not offer down payment assistance. However, the Illinois Housing Development Authority (IDHA) may have a program to help you purchase a home. Please visit the IDHA website Opens a New Window.  for more information guidelines and application requirements.