New Braunfels nonprofit agencies now eligible to apply for local ARPA funding

The city of New Braunfels is now accepting applications for a portion of the approximately $10.9 million in total American Rescue Plan Act funds that were allocated to the city by the U.S. Department of Treasury.

Local nonprofit agencies can submit applications for the funding online, and applications are open through June 9, according to a city press release.

In January, the city invited 23 local nonprofit organizations to participate in a preapplication process to determine what projects are in development that would qualify for funds, according to the release.

“The preapplication process was key in determining the types of projects that could be funded and what additional information was needed during the formal application process.” Assistant City Manager Jared Werner said in the release.

Capital improvement projects that are eligible for funding are those that would address health or education disparities, address social health, provide investment in housing and neighborhoods, or promote healthy childhood environments.

Following the application period, city officials will meet with applicants, and the New Braunfels Finance and Audit Committee is expected to make recommendations to City Council on which projects should receive funding by the end of July, according to the release.

All ARPA funding allocations must be determined by the end of 2024, and funding must be fully spent by the end of 2026, Werner said.