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04/08/2026
Join Us at the 2026 Housing & Resources Fair! 🎉We are excited to invite the Laredo community to a fun and informative da...
04/08/2026

Join Us at the 2026 Housing & Resources Fair! 🎉

We are excited to invite the Laredo community to a fun and informative day filled with resources, activities, and special guests for the whole family!

Here’s a sneak peek of what you can expect:

🚓 Laredo Police Department Mobile Unit – FREE popcorn & Child ID cards
🚒 Laredo Fire Department – Interactive Inflatable Fire Safety House
📚 Laredo Public Library Mobile Unit – Books for children to enjoy
🐾 Laredo Animal Care Services – Adoption Unit

🌭 We’ll also have FREE hot dogs, food vendors, and plenty of community resources available!

🏡 Learn more about programs like:
✔️ Down Payment Assistance
✔️ Housing Rehabilitation
✔️ Rental Assistance
✔️ First-Time Homebuyer Programs

🤝 Special thanks to our community partners like Bethany House and NeighborWorks Laredo for joining us!

And more organizations are still being added… stay tuned!

📍 Municipal Housing – 5511 Thomas Ave.
🗓 Saturday, April 11, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

📣 CALLING ALL COMMUNITY PARTNERS!The City of Laredo Community Development Department is looking for partners to particip...
03/26/2026

📣 CALLING ALL COMMUNITY PARTNERS!

The City of Laredo Community Development Department is looking for partners to participate in our Housing & Resources Fair during CDBG Week 2026!

This is a great opportunity to connect with the community and showcase your services or products while supporting an event focused on housing resources and community development.

🗓 Saturday, April 11, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 5511 Thomas Ave., Laredo, TX

✅ FREE booths available! Application Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FzWcx1H9IrfnQJoDKrA19W8wixd2QQcy/view

We are currently looking for Partners offering:

• Family services / community activities
• Food & beverages
• Unique or creative products

If you are interested in participating, please submit your application by March 31st or contact us for more information.

📧 [email protected]
📞 956-795-2675

Join us as we bring together community resources, organizations, and local vendors to support housing opportunities in the City of Laredo.

Join us for the 2026 Housing & Resources Fair!The City of Laredo Community Development Department invites you to learn m...
03/24/2026

Join us for the 2026 Housing & Resources Fair!

The City of Laredo Community Development Department invites you to learn more about the housing programs and resources available to our community.

Whether you're looking for assistance with home repairs, down payment support, rental programs, or other housing opportunities, we’re here to help!

🗓 Saturday, April 11, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Municipal Housing – 5511 Thomas Ave.

From homebuyer programs to rental assistance and rehabilitation services, come learn what’s available to you!

📞 For more information: 956-795-2675

Free admission & open to the community, we hope to see you there!

¡Acompáñanos en la Feria de Vivienda y Recursos 2026!

El Departamento de Desarrollo Comunitario de la Ciudad de Laredo te invita a conocer los programas y recursos de vivienda disponibles para nuestra comunidad.

Si estás buscando asistencia para reparar tu hogar, ayuda con el pago inicial, programas de renta u otras oportunidades de vivienda ¡este evento es para ti!

🗓 Sábado, 11 de abril de 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Municipal Housing – 5511 Thomas Ave.

Desde programas para compradores de vivienda hasta asistencia de renta y servicios de rehabilitación, ¡ven y conoce lo que está disponible para ti!

📞 Para más información: 956-795-2675

Admisión gratuita y abierto para toda la comunidad ¡te esperamos!

02/19/2026

📢 NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS | OPEN CALL

The City of Laredo is accepting applications from eligible nonprofit organizations for the FY 2026–2027 Third-Party Funding Program. This program supports initiatives that strengthen our community, improve quality of life, and promote tourism.

✅ Mandatory informational training: February 20, 2026 | Call 956-795-5714 or email [email protected] to register.
⏰ Application deadline: March 13, 2026 at 4:00 PM
💻 Apply online through the City of Laredo E-Bid portal at https://cityoflaredo.ionwave.net/Login.aspx

Learn More Here: https://www.cityoflaredo.com/Home/Components/News/News/482/15

📢 ACEPTANDO SOLICITUDES | CONVOCATORIA ABIERTA

La Ciudad de Laredo está aceptando solicitudes de organizaciones sin fines de lucro elegibles para el Programa de Financiamiento a Terceros FY 2026–2027, el cual apoya iniciativas que fortalecen la comunidad, mejoran la calidad de vida y promueven el turismo.

✅ Capacitación obligatoria: 20 de febrero de 2026 | Llama al 956-795-5714 o email [email protected] para inscribirte.
⏰ Fecha límite: 13 de marzo de 2026 a las 4:00 PM
💻 Ingresar solicitud en línea a través del portal E-Bid de la Ciudad de Laredo https://cityoflaredo.ionwave.net/Login.aspx

10/31/2025
The Southern Hotel Apartments—a multi-family, mixed-income development right in the heart of our vibrant downtown. Suppo...
07/26/2025

The Southern Hotel Apartments—a multi-family, mixed-income development right in the heart of our vibrant downtown. Supported by HUD funding, it’s a powerful example of how CDBG investments can strengthen and revitalize our communities. 🏠

07/01/2025

🎉 The Sister Cities Festival is almost here 🎉 And you can still sign up to VOLUNTEER!!! 🤚🏻
Join us July 11–13 at the Sames Auto Arena for one of Laredo’s most vibrant and beloved events!

🗓 Choose your volunteer day & sign up via Eventbrite:
📍 Friday, July 11: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/call-for-volunteers-at-the-sister-cities-festival-tickets-1357352240089?aff=oddtdtcreator
📍 Saturday, July 12: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/call-for-volunteer-at-the-sister-cities-festival-tickets-1357366954099?aff=oddtdtcreator
📍 Sunday, July 13: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/call-for-volunteer-at-the-sister-cities-festival-tickets-1357375910889?aff=oddtdtcreator

This year, we’re adding even MORE excitement with:
🏃‍♀️ Our brand-new 5K & 1-Mile Walk
🎨 A fun, hands-on Lele Doll Workshop
📸 A special Photo Booth Section perfect for your festival memories!
✨ FREE admission + FREE parking!

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1301 Farragut, 3rd Floor, East Wing, El Metro Building
Laredo, TX
78040

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+19567952675

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