D.C. Code § 1-328.02
The Mayor may issue grants to individuals and organizations from local revenue, dedicated tax revenue, special purpose revenue, and capital funds in furtherance of the Mayor's planning mission under § 1-204.23, subject to available appropriations, and subject to the provisions of § 47-368.06.
D.C. Code § 1-328.02
Section 1082 of D.C. Law 21-160 provided the following: (a) In Fiscal Year 2017, the Director of the Mayor's Office of Community Affairs ("Director") shall have grant-making authority for the purpose set forth in subsection (b) of this section. (b)(1) In Fiscal Year 2017, the Director shall award a grant of up to $75,405 to provide housing-related assistance to members of the Caribbean population of the District; provided, that the funds shall be used only for research, reports, and outreach that promote housing initiatives for the Caribbean population of need. (2) Before issuing the grant, the Director shall consult with the Mayor's Advisory Commission on Caribbean Community Affairs regarding grant solicitation.