Community Assistance Program

* The Alaska Community Assistance Program (CAP) provides funding to Alaska's boroughs, cities, and unincorporated communities for basic public services. * CAP funds can be used for any public purpose determined as a priority by the funding recipient. * The program is open to new communities, which must register and request to be added to the opportunity to apply for FY27 CAP funding. * The application deadline for FY27 CAP funding is June 1st, 2026. * The program is expected to renew annually, with the next application opportunity likely to be available in the future. * Eligible municipalities and communities will receive payments as they meet program requirements. * The program is administered by the Division of Community and Regional Affairs, Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development.