The City of San Diego has released its draft Fiscal Year 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER), highlighting how federal funding has strengthened neighborhoods, supported small businesses, expanded affordable housing and provided essential services to residents in need across the city. 

The report covers the period from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025, and reflects how federal funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) were used to make a positive local impact. The funding, acquired and administered by City staff, came from three major programs: the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), the HOME Investment Partnerships Program and Emergency Solutions Grants. 

In just one year, these programs made a measurable difference: 

• More than 33,000 residents received essential services. 

• 76 households received housing support. 

• 353 small businesses received loans, training and technical help. 

• Seven community facility projects and one City infrastructure project were completed. 

• 24 first-time homebuyers received financial assistance, and an affordable rental project with 73 units was finished.  

• 1,679 people experiencing homelessness were provided shelter or housing. 

The funding also reached seniors, families, veterans, youth and other vulnerable residents. For example, funded organizations such as Mama’s Kitchen, Jewish Family Services and the Ocean Discovery Institute delivered meals, health programs, job readiness opportunities and academic enrichment. 

“Every accomplishment is not simply a number; it represents a San Diegan whose life was made better or a household provided with support,” said Christina Bibler, Director of the City’s Economic Development Department. “These investments ensure our neighborhoods remain strong, inclusive and resilient.”