Gwinnett County has been awarded $181,855,587 in Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds by the U.S. Department of the Treasury as authorized through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).  These funds provide a substantial infusion of resources to help turn the tide on the pandemic, address its economic fallout, and lay the foundation for a strong and equitable recovery. 

Funding objectives of this program include:

• Support urgent COVID-19 response efforts to continue to decrease the spread of the virus and bring the pandemic under control;
• Replace lost public sector revenue to strengthen support for vital public services and help retain jobs;
• Support immediate economic stabilization for households and businesses; and
• Address systemic public health and economic challenges that have contributed to the unequal impact of the pandemic.

Gwinnett County will utilize these dollars to enhance our County values ensuring that we advance our efforts to support equity and inclusivity in our community through innovative and impactful programming. 

In compliance with reporting requirements, annual report submissions prepared and submitted to the U.S. Department of the Treasury are published on this webpage for public access.

• CSLFRF – Recovery Plan – Gwinnett County, GA – 4.28.2022
• CSLFRF – Recovery Plan – Gwinnett County, GA – 11.22.2021
• CSLFRF – Recovery Plan – Gwinnett County, GA – 8.31.2021

Gwinnett County is partnering with United Way for Greater Atlanta for ARPA Grantmaking Services for Nonprofits. 

2022 Cycle – Grants for Direct Services

From June 17 through July 29, United Way collected digital listening surveys which allowed nonprofits, residents, and community organizations to share their needs and challenges as Gwinnett County recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic. The feedback from these listening surveys was used to prioritize needs and prepare for the distribution of funding.

Local nonprofits can apply for funding from August 1 to September 9 through United Way’s Grant Portal.

United Way hosted a series of webinars for non-profits interested in applying to receive Gwinnett County ARPA funds grants. If you are interested in learning more about the eligibility requirements and application process, please click to access the Gwinnett ARPA Information Session recording or view the Powerpoint presentation slides.

Additional guidance is available in the Frequently Asked Questions resource.

If you still have questions after reviewing this resource, please contact United Way staff at GwinnettARPA@unitedwayatlanta.org.

2023 or 2024 Cycle – Nonprofit Capacity Building

Funding for this grant cycle will not initiate until the County’s Comprehensive Needs Assessment is completed in late 2023.  The strategic plan results of this study will prioritize and drive nonprofit capacity building support.

Water Resources Assistance Program

Gwinnett Water Resources has partnered with Gwinnett/Walton Habitat for Humanity to provide plumbing and septic repair assistance to Gwinnett residents through the Water Resources Assistance Program. Qualified Gwinnett residents can apply for home plumbing repairs associated with damage caused by leaks, retrofitting of toilets, faucets, and showerheads, and repair or replacement of failing septic systems. To qualify, household income cannot exceed 60 percent of Area Median Income annually, based on family size. The applicant must also own and reside in the home where services are needed. 

Emergency Rental Assistance Program – Project RESET 2.0

Gwinnett County utilizes federal Emergency Rental Assistance Program funds to provide direct rental and utility assistance to income-eligible individuals and households financially impacted by COVID-19.  Applications for this program are available now at Project RESET 2.0. Learn more about the Emergency Rental Assistance Program. 

Georgia Mortgage Assistance Program

The State of Georgia received $354 million from the U.S. Treasury’s Homeowner Assistance Fund, established by the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, to provide relief to homeowners who suffered a financial hardship due to the coronavirus pandemic.

The Georgia Department of Community Affairs will administer the Homeowners Assistance Fund program and offer the following types of assistance to eligible homeowners:

• Mortgage Reinstatement to catch up or reduce delinquent payments or payments currently in forbearance.
• Principal Curtailment to reduce the loan balance of the mortgage if the homeowner suffered a permanent loss of income.
• Assistance for some Housing Related Expenses may be available.
• To learn more about the program and eligibility requirements, visit Georgia HAF (ga.gov).