Merrick County Government Grants (Nebraska)

A Housing Authority provides low-income rental housing, rental assistance programs, and other housing assistance for eligible individuals and families in Merrick County, Nebraska. At the federal level, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) operates over 20 government grant programs, including affordable housing development grants, community and economic development grants, fair housing grants, and rental assistance grants. HUD also offers Merrick County supportive housing and services grants. Housing Authority grants can help fund Merrick County low-income housing, local housing assistance programs, and provide grants for housing assistance such as Section 8.

Central City Housing Authority Central NE 2525 28th Street 68826 308-946-3981


A Chamber of Commerce promotes economic development and business activity, either at the federal, state, or local level in Merrick County, Nebraska. The U.S. Department of Commerce provides government grants to Merrick County local Chambers of Commerce as well as grants through multiple bureaus. It also provides market development awards for non-profit industries, including trade associations. Local Chambers of Commerce may also help member businesses secure Small Business Administration grants, business development grants, and economic development funding. Chambers of Commerce provide information about government grant programs on their websites.

City Chamber Central Central NE 1515 17th Street 68826 308-946-3897


A Department of Transportation is a state or federal agency that plans and develops transportation systems and infrastructure in Merrick County, Nebraska. The federal Department of Transportation offers several Merrick County government grants, including grants for road, rail, transit, and port projects, as well as car and vanpool projects, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, and transit research and safety improvements. State Departments of Transportation provide grants for private operators, senior centers, non-profits, and transit systems. Merrick County government grant information is available on the Department of Transportation website.

Nebraska State Roads Department Central NE 6th Street 68826 308-946-2273